Employer Engagement

Through Handshake, employers will connect with students seeking internships, employment, event details and employer descriptions. Failure to complete the following may result in delays. Additional information is available on the Handshake instructional webpage. 

Employer Handshake Accounts

1. If you do not have an existing account, please create an Employer Handshake account by following the Accessing Handshake (Employers) instructions.
2. Ensure all employer account requirements are completed.
3. Request approval with Syracuse University.
4. Employers will receive a Handshake notification once approved.

Requirements

• Account information is accurate (e.g. email domain must match company website domain). 
• Must reflect connection to Syracuse University majors, schools, colleges and accreditation. Details are available on the Find a Program webpage.
• Must not be a duplicate Employer account. If your company has multiple locations, departments or divisions, please use a single profile whenever possible. For more support, see How to Add Divisions to Your Company.
• Complete an accurate opportunity postings (e.g. employment, internships, events). This is important for employment qualifications, as students are trained to complete their Handshake profile to best showcase relevant candidate populations.

Alumni employers or employees seeking to reconnect with Syracuse University or engage with current students are invited to explore the following. 

• Firsthand: Mentorship opportunities.
• Handshake: Post employment and internship opportunities, create employer accounts and more.
• #HireOrange: Share jobs, make career connections and find professional development opportunities.
• Programs and Events: Connect as a panelist, immersion trip host and more.
• Syracuse University Alumni Association: Personal professional development.

• Current Students, Recent Alumni: Contact Syracuse University Career Services to express interest and to learn more.
• Alumni (over two years of experience.): Email the Alumni Association to express interest and to learn more.
• Student-Athletes: Contact Student-Athlete Engagement, to express interest and learn more.
• Veteran Students: Contact Veteran Career Services, to express interest and to learn more.

Whitman School of Management Fridays
Location: Whitman School of Management – Flaum Grand Hall

Whitman is reimaging their approach to the business career fair and is thrilled to introduce an intimate and impactful format for genuine conversations and meaningful interactions with potential candidates. Instead of a single event, there will be a Friday event series throughout the fall and spring semesters, based on your availability, recruiting needs, and hiring timelines. * Due to the small size of these events, we ask that employers sign up for no more than two *

Jan 24 12:30-3:30pm
Jan 31 12:30-3:30pm
Feb 7 12:30-3:30pm
Feb 14 12:30-3:30pm
Feb 21 12:30-3:30pm
Feb 28 12:30-3:30pm
March 21 12:30-3:30pm
April 11 12:30-3:30pm

Tuesday, Feb 4 3:00-7:00pm
Location: Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center

Please join us for the Spring 2025 SU College of Engineering and Computer Science Career & Internship Fair scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 3-7pm in the Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center.

The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) is hosting an evening Career & Internship Fair open to students primarily from the following four departments: Biomedical and Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Computer Science, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. However, the Fair is open to all Syracuse University students and alumni.

There is NO cost to employers to attend the Fair. Your free registration provides you with the following:

• A single, 6 foot long table and two chairs
• The ability to send two representatives from your company
• General and targeted promotion of your corporation through the SU job posting system, Handshake
• Parking in the University Ave Garage
• Food/refreshments

An exclusive event for Syracuse University Student Veterans and Veteran Career Services Employer Partners. This exciting event engages Syracuse University student veterans and employers for networking, career exploration, and job and internship opportunities.

Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception Powered by Visions FCU
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) – Bisignano Grand Hall
101 Waverly Ave., Syracuse, NY 13244

Event Considerations

• Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and refreshments
• This is an informal networking event
• Attire is business casual
• Business cards suggested for distribution
• There are NO booths or tabling at this event
• Cash bar

Why attend?

For employers, you will have the opportunity to:

• Showcase your organization and employment opportunities to student veterans;
• Meet veterans who are ready to bring their skills and experiences to your organization;
• Connect with skilled candidates who are team players and proven leaders.

If you have any questions, please email Jennifer Pluta at jrpluta@syr.edu.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 11:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Schine Underground, Schine Student Center

The  School of Information Studies (iSchool) invites employers to meet Syracuse University’s talented students at our Spring 2025 Data & Technology Fair on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Schine Underground, Schine Student Center. You will engage with amazing candidates from Syracuse University’s nationally ranked School of Information Studies (iSchool) and students from across all the university’s schools and colleges interested in data and information technology.

There is NO cost to employers for the fair.

We are eager to connect you to the best students Syracuse University has to offer and host you on campus.

Friday, Feb 28 12:00-5:00pm EST
Location: Virtual

GLAM presents a unique opportunity for students and alumni hailing from 19 of the most prestigious library programs in the United States to engage with recruiters from leading employers and professional organizations. If you’re seeking exceptional talent to fill internships, practica, or full-time positions, or if you wish to enhance your organization’s visibility, this event offers you the chance to connect with students and alumni representing schools recognized as the best in Library and Information Studies Programs by US News & World Report. All of this, conveniently in just one day.

Visit the GLAM web site and download Handshake’s Guide to Virtual Career Fairs. 

Early Bird Pricing (register October 14-November 29)

• Free for Accredited Museums
• $25 for Higher Education, Public, and Nonprofit Organizations
• $50 for Government Organizations
• $100 for Corporate Organizations

Standard Pricing (Register November 30-January 31)

• Free for Accredited Museums registering before the end of 2024
• $50 for Higher Education, Public, Museum, and Nonprofit Organizations
• $75 for Government Organizations
• $150 for Corporate Organizations

As part of the career development experience for our undergraduate students (sophomores and juniors only) from any school/college across campus, we provide a discovery immersive program in which we bring about 18-20 students to designated geographic locations to engage with and visit a handful of companies to learn about different industries, career paths, and life in that specific area. Students must apply with an internally established vetting process.

For this upcoming Spring, we will be visiting the DC metro area (March 9-14) AND Boston (March 9-12) simultaneously during Spring Break (March 9-14, 2025). If any employers are interested in hosting (usually a 1-2 hour visit) or being involved, such as a panel should reach out. We would welcome a chat to share further details and see what may be possible. Please note we also have a networking reception one night during our time in the respective cities.

• DC Immersion (March 9-14) – Lisette Child ldchild@syr.edu 315.443.3616
  • Students focused on government/international relations, public policy, technology and sports
• Boston Immersion (March 9-12) – Lindsay Mason lmcgloon@syr.edu 315.443.443.3616
  • Students focused on healthcare, technology, consumer products and sports

Connect with Top Talent at the Spring 2025 Virtual Communications, Journalism and Media Career Fair!

We are thrilled to invite you to participate in the Spring 2025 Virtual Communications, Journalism and Media Career Fair, hosted by the Newhouse School’s Career Development Center at Syracuse University.

This specialized event is tailored exclusively for the communications industry, providing a unique platform for employers to engage with talented students, particularly from the renowned Newhouse School and students across Syracuse University campus interested in communications.

Key Details:

• Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
• Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (EST)
• Platform: Virtual (Handshake)
• Registration Fee: None
• Late Cancellation Fee: $50
• No-Show Fee: $100

How it Works:

• Interact with students in small group sessions or 1:1’s all from your browser or Handshake’s mobile app.
• Employers will be able to schedule the following during the virtual career fair:
  • Group meetings that accommodate up to 50 students each. Multiple recruiters can attend, talk with students, and share their screen.
  • 15-minute 1:1 meetings with students. Each recruiter can set their own schedule, with the option of setting qualifications students must meet to attend.
• Employers will be able to see student’s Handshake profiles and public resumes, as well as messages students to engage with them at the fair.
• Both students and employers will have access to video, audio, and text-based chat during these meetings, enabling the personal connection of in-person fairs in a virtual setting.

Why Participate?

• Access Top Talent: Connect with students from Syracuse University’s nationally ranked Newhouse School of Public Communications, alongside students from diverse academic backgrounds.
• Enhanced Exposure: Showcase your organization and career opportunities to students with a focused interest and experience in communications.
• Talent Pipeline: Build relationships with potential candidates for current and future roles.

 Don’t miss out on this cost-effective opportunity to recruit exceptional talent and strengthen your team with passionate communicators and journalists. Register today to secure your spot at the Spring 2025 Virtual Communications, Journalism and Media Career Fair.

Point of contact for questions: Melissa Figueroa, Assistant Director – mfigue09@syr.edu

Sunday, April 6 3:00-7:00pm
Location: Lally Gym
Cost: $100-$2500

Join us for the inaugural Spring 2025 Cuse Impact Career Summit: Playbook to Profession 3:00-7:00pm at Lally Gym! An exclusive event for Syracuse University student-athletes, including competitive club sports and E-Sports. Connect with over 200 majors from across Syracuse University. Please note employer registration will open by January 10, 2025. If you want to discuss employer engagement prior, please reach out to Lisette Child, ldchild@syr.edu. This is a collaboration between Athletics and Central Career Services.

Please note, there is minimum cost of $100 per employer registration which includes:

• One 6-ft table with two chairs (extra reps $50 per person, max four)
• Addition to exclusive Cuse Impact Summit Employer Partner Handshake Collection

There will be additional sponsorship opportunities available.

We welcome you to partner with our career centers to either engage with existing programming or help develop new and unique programs to creatively recruit students at Syracuse University.

Please see schools and colleges to learn more about who you can connect with to facilitate an event in partnership with academic programs relevant to your industry or industries.

For further assistance on the approval or co-facilitation on any events at Syracuse University, please contact Syracuse University Career Services.

With Handshake, employers have the option to post any career development or employer engagement opportunities directly to Syracuse University. Once posted and approval is requested with Syracuse University, Syracuse University Career Services and the related school or college career center will approve relevant and impactful events for our students.

Please note, to facilitate any in-person events on campus, you must first partner directly with an individual school or college career center or Central Career Services. Please see schools and colleges to learn more about who you can connect with to facilitate an event in partnership with academic programs relevant to your industry or industries.

For further assistance on the approval or co-facilitation on any events at Syracuse University, please contact Syracuse University Career Services.

1. Create an Employer User Account, Join a Company and Connect with Schools
2. How to Post a Job
3. How to Search for a Career Fair
4. Register for a Career Fair
5. Identifying and Registering for Virtual Fairs