Handshake for Employers

Handshake for Employers

Welcome to the Hudson County Community College Career Support page!
At HCCC, we are committed to helping employers connect with our talented students. Our partnership with Handshake, a premier career management platform, allows employers to easily post job opportunities and engage with potential candidates.

Why Choose Handshake?

  • Access to a Talented Pool of Candidates: Connect with a diverse range of students and graduates who are eager to enter the workforce.
  • Streamlined Job Posting: Post internships, co-op positions, and full-time job openings quickly and efficiently.
  • Direct Communication: Engage with students through messaging, interviews, and event scheduling.

How to Get Started with Handshake

  1. Create Your Employer Account
    Sign up for a free employer account HERE and provide your company information and describe the types of positions you are looking to fill.
  2. Once you have created your account, please make sure to select Hudson County Community College as a connection and you will have access to:

    • Post Job Opportunities
      Once your account is set up, you can start posting job listings. Include comprehensive job descriptions, requirements, and application deadlines to attract qualified candidates.
    • Promote Your Brand
      Use your Handshake profile to showcase your company culture, mission, and values. This will help students understand what makes your organization a great place to work.
    • Engage with Students
      Use Handshake's features to connect directly with students. Schedule information sessions, interviews, or recruitment events to meet potential candidates face-to-face.
  3. Please add handshake@notifications.joinhandshake.com to your email “safe senders” list to be sure you receive all notifications.
  4. If you need additional assistance, please visit Handshake’s Employer Site or contact us at ctpathwaysFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.

Department of Labor Updated Guidelines on Unpaid Internships

As of January 5, 2018, the Department of Labor has updated their guidelines for determining whether an internship can be unpaid. The new guideline focuses on the Primary Beneficiary Test to ensure that the intern receives the primary benefit of the internship experience. It is also critical that interns do not displace the hiring of paid employees to perform functions of the business.

Read the new DOL Fact Sheet here.

Resources for Employers

Approval Process

Employer requests are processed by our Career and Transfer Pathways team and we strive to complete approvals within 3–5 business days. If your request has not been processed within two weeks, please log into Handshake and check your notifications for any updates or comments regarding your job posting.

Thank you for offering these opportunities to our students, and please reach out to us if you have any questions or need further assistance.

 

Contact Information

Journal Square Campus
Career and Transfer Pathways
70 Sip Avenue, Building A - 3rd Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306
ctpathwaysFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE

North Hudson Campus
Career and Transfer Pathways
4800 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
Union City, NJ 07087
ctpathwaysFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE