Students and Alumni
University Career Services will remain open virtually! Here are the various ways in which you can connect with our office:
Due to the campus response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), career counseling appointments will also be offered virtually via Handshake.
To schedule an appointment:
- Log into Handshake.
- Click on the Career Center tab.
- Click on Appointments and then click on Schedule Appointment.
- Select University Career Services. Perimeter College Students: select your respective campus.
- Choose an Appointment Type, and select a date/time that works best for you.
Unless noted otherwise, all events are being conducted on campus.
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Handshake is our online career management system. It includes a job board where you can browse and apply to thousands of jobs, make career counseling appointments, and receive announcements for events. There is also access to many career-related resources.
Please take this opportunity to complete your profile. It only takes a few minutes. By completing your profile, you will be become more visible to employers who are looking for your specific qualifications and jobs that match your interests will be highlighted for you.
OptimalResume is designed to help you craft and perfect your resume in addition to practicing your interview skills. It includes templates and keywords to use to make your resume stand out.
Please take this opportunity to draft your resume and schedule an appointment in Handshake to have it reviewed.
Portfolium is a digital portfolio tool that allows you to visually showcase your academic and professional accomplishments and experiences.
Please take this opportunity to post work samples such as images, project summaries and writing samples that demonstrate your skills.
For more information, visit the Resources tab in Handshake.
Current Students
To receive a resume review, log into GSU.OptimalResume.com.
- If you currently have a resume, upload it to OptimalResume.
- Click Document Center > Resumes > Create New Resume.
- Name your resume.
- Check Upload resume and click Start Resume.
- Follow the same steps for Cover Letters, but use the Letters
- If you do not have a resume, you can create one from a template in OptimalResume. The template will guide you through creating an initial draft of your document.
To complete a resume review:
- Under Review Group, select Career Services.
- IGNORE THE SECOND DROP DOWN MENU. DO NOT SELECT A REVIEWER.
- Include a message, and click Submit.
Once your resume review has been completed, you will be notified via email.
Alumni
To receive a resume review, please send an email to [email protected] from the email address associated with your Handshake account. The email should include the following:
- Your resume and/or cover letter attached
- Your full name
- Your 9-digit Panther number
Your document will be reviewed within 24 hours and emailed back to you with the recommended edits.
For all other appointment types, log into Handshake to make an appointment.
Inquiries and concerns can be emailed to [email protected]. Please be sure to include your full name, student email address and Panther number.
Employers
Our students want to connect with you! Thank you for your continued interest in our students and alumni. Georgia State’s campus recruiting program has transitioned to virtual programming.
University Career Services staff is accessible online Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:15 pm.
Our online career management system Handshake is available 24/7.
Approved Employers
Please continue to post your opportunities to Handshake. We are approving new postings every day.
New Accounts
Please register your organization. We will approve your registration within 24 hours.
Questions? Contact Belinda Lindsey.
Use Handshake to register for standing events, including job fairs and Who What Wednesday.
Our team is also available for a virtual meeting to assist you in your hiring needs and recruiting events.
Questions? Contact Ramona Simien.