Bullseye powered by Handshake
Bullseye powered by Handshake is an online service that makes it easy for UB students and alumni to connect with employers. If you are looking for a job or internship — or you have a position to fill — we encourage you to login and start managing your search today.
The Ultimate Job and Internship Spot
New Feature: Bullseye Powered by Handshake Employer Collections
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GPA, Major or School Year
πHigh-five to University records. They update your cumulative GPA, major and school year in your profile automatically every week, so you don't have to (and either does the Career Design Center).
π‘&²Τ²ϊ²υ±θ;Pro tip: If your profile isn't correct, you can highlight your correct school year or major in your bio for employers to see.
Did you know? Your school year is determined by the number of credits you have. So if you transferred credits to UB from another school or taken extra classes, your school year might be different.
Bullseye powered by Handshake is your one-stop-shop for all things career and life. Good News! Students and alumni already have a live student/alumni account in Bullseye powered by Handshake.
Here are 5 ways Bullseye powered by Handshake can work for you.
1. Make it you π
Your profile helps Bullseye powered by Handshake to give you personalized recommendations that match your interests and skills. It also helps you get noticed by recruiters who can message you about the roles you want. π
Fill out your profile with information about you, your career interests, your studies, skills and what you’re looking for in a job or internship. Plus, make sure to add the following things under your "career interests" to get even better recommendations. π
π‘ Pro Tips: 80% of students who share their career interests on Bullseye powered by Handshake.
Career Interests
Job type
Looking for an internship, part-time job or full-time job? You can choose more than one.
Location
Select the cities you would like to work in, and Bullseye powered by Handshake will show you jobs in that area.
Job Role
Choose at least three you would like to explore, like marketing or software engineer.
Career Clusters
Add your favorite career clusters.
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π‘ Pro Tip: Before uploading your resume, get a review 24/7 with personalized feedback in seconds with VMock.
2. Discover opportunities you like π
Bullseye powered by Handshake takes the info you share in your profile to show you opportunities that you’d be a good fit for.
π‘&²Τ²ϊ²υ±θ;Pro tip: Bookmarking jobs and internships helps train Bullseye powered by Handshake to serve you better recommendations based on the stuff you want to see. Bookmarking also saves them to your dashboard to make it easy for you to apply. Plus, you’ll get reminders to apply before the deadline.
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3. Keep up with your favorite employers βοΈ
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π‘&²Τ²ϊ²υ±θ;Pro tip: All top employers, including Fortune 500, start-ups, nonprofits and more, are hiring students like you! When you complete your profile, recruiters will be able to find and about the roles you want.
4. Apply easily β
Keep an open mind and apply to as many jobs as you’d like. No experience required! These opportunities are meant for students like you, so you can get the work experience you need.
π Pro tip: You can store your resumes and other documents so they’re ready when you need them. You can even apply to jobs in two clicks with Quick Apply.
5. Ask for directions π
It's okay if you don't have everything figured out. Explore recommended , attend like skillshops or info sessions, and with a career expert.
π Pro tip: Have questions about a position? Or, you can check out the to ask for advice about interviews, job roles and more!
Handshake Jobs and Careers app
The Handshake Jobs and Careers app makes connections with employers looking for students like you easy. Download to find opportunities and get hired.
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Have questions about how to use Bullseye powered by Handshake? Here are some video tutorials to get you started.
Starting out on Bullseye powered by Handshake
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HACKS TO GET BETTER JOB RECOMMENDATIONS π¬
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SEARCHING FOR JOBS OR INTERNSHIPS YOU WANT π
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Attending virtual recruiting events π
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MANAGING PROFILE PRIVACY π
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