Handshake

Handshake is CUNY SPH’s career management platform designed to support your job search, professional development, and career exploration. Whether you’re a current student or an alum, Handshake connects you with employers, internships, jobs, and career-building events tailored to your public health goals.

What You Can Do on Handshake

Search Jobs, Internships, and Fieldwork

Handshake gives you access to thousands of internships, fellowships, part-time and full-time jobs across the country and beyond. You’ll also find fieldwork opportunities approved by the Office of Experiential Learning. Whether you’re exploring new career paths or actively job searching, Handshake helps you find roles that match your interests, concentration, and experience level.

Sign Up for Events

Use Handshake to register for virtual and in-person events hosted by the Office of Career Services and employers. Attend career fairs, employer info sessions, and skill-building workshops to grow your network and prepare for what’s next.

Build a Strong Profile

Create a personalized profile to showcase your education, skills, interests, and experience. Upload your resume and other materials so you can quickly apply to jobs and be found by employers actively looking for CUNY SPH talent. The more complete your profile, the better your recommendations will be.

Get Curated Recommendations

Handshake helps you cut through the noise by offering personalized job and internship suggestions based on your profile. You’ll also have access to custom job collections curated by the Career Services team so you can find roles that are right for your concentration and goals.

Connect with Employers

Handshake makes it easy to learn more about employers and message them directly through the platform. You can research companies, follow your favorite organizations, and be the first to hear about new opportunities.

Handshake for Alumni

Graduated? You can still use Handshake! CUNY SPH alumni maintain lifetime access to the platform. Just log in using the email address listed in your CUNYfirst account. If you need help accessing your Handshake account, our team is happy to assist.

Interested in Hiring CUNY SPH Students or Alumni?

If you’re looking to recruit top public health talent, Handshake is the best way to connect with CUNY SPH students and alumni. Employers can use the platform to post opportunities and engage directly with qualified candidates across the CUNY SPH network.

Creating an employer account is free and takes just a few minutes. Once registered, you can post positions, review applications, and promote your opportunities to students and alumni whose skills align with your organization’s mission.

To get started—or to explore additional ways to partner with us—visit our Employers page for step-by-step guidance and resources.