Handshake Transition for Employers

After a careful evaluation of the evolving needs of both our students and employer partners, we are excited to announce the transition of ALL student and alumni job postings at UC to Handshake—a leading platform specifically designed for higher education career services.

We are committed to making this transition as seamless as possible. This move aims to enhance the career readiness of our students while providing you with a more effective recruitment platform. Your continued partnership is invaluable to us, and we look forward to strengthening our collaboration through this new system.

If you are already posting positions in Handshake with UC, no additional action is required from you. We recommend reviewing our Quick Start Guide to be sure you are optimizing your positions for UC students.

Key Dates and Transition Details:

  • Starting January 2025: All new positions should be posted on Handshake.
  • Sunsetting PAL System: The PAL system currently used in our Engineering, DAAP, and IT co-op programs will be phased out by August 2025.
  • Existing Positions: If you have recurring positions posted in PAL, students may continue to apply through the summer semester of 2025. However, we strongly encourage you to begin transitioning your summer and fall positions to Handshake as soon as possible.
  • Final Transition Deadline: All positions must be transitioned to Handshake by August 8, 2025. Our team is ready to assist you in making this transition much sooner.

Support and Resources:

We understand that transitioning to a new platform can be a big change. While many of you are already familiar with Handshake, others may find this shift significant. To support you:

Contact Information:

We appreciate your feedback and welcome any insights you might have. If you would like to discuss this transition in more detail, we are here to help:

Handshake specifics: HandshakeTransition@uc.edu or 513.558.4473

Co-op procedures: Email Partnerships@uc.edu

Major-specific questions: View CCPS Faculty + Staff

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of University of Cincinnati students. We deeply value your partnership and the significant role you play in our students' education.