Handshake Jobs
👥 Team Size
1001+ employees
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💰 Funding
$434m
SERIES E
📅 Founded
2013
📋 Quick Facts
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Crunchbase“Empowering Gen Z to build their careers”
- ✓Valued at $3.5B with $434M raised in funding
- ✓Over 17 million active users and 650K employers
- ✓Headquartered in San Francisco's Financial District
- ✓Offers a six-week paid sabbatical every four years
- ✓Open to any student with a valid @.edu email address
🏢 Company Culture
Handshake fosters a student-first culture focused on eliminating inequality in hiring. The founders' commitment to fairness drives the platform's mission, helping students build relationships and skills rather than relying solely on existing networks. With a strong emphasis on community support, Handshake empowers employees through various initiatives and resource groups.
🎁 Benefits & Perks
Handshake offers flexible time off with no waiting period, a six-week paid sabbatical after six years of employment, and two days of volunteer time off. Employees receive an annual stipend for professional development, comprehensive health insurance, and family-forming benefits, including a $15K stipend for infertility treatments.
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About Handshake
Handshake is a leading career platform designed specifically for Gen Z, connecting over 17 million active users with more than 650,000 employers, including major companies like Google and Nike. Headquartered in the Financial District of San Francisco, Handshake has raised $434 million in funding, achieving a valuation of $3.5 billion. The platform democratizes access to job opportunities, allowing any student with a valid @.edu email address to connect with potential employers, regardless of their background.
Latest Positions (25 of 42)
Handshake • India - Hybrid
Handshake is seeking a Strategic Projects Associate to ensure smooth project execution and maintain healthy talent pipelines. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to AI model training initiatives and requires strong problem-solving skills.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Program Lead for their Fellow Experience program. You'll design and operate a high-impact program in partnership with leading AI labs and educational institutions. This role requires strong judgment and the ability to thrive in early-stage environments.
Handshake • San Francisco
Handshake is hiring a Recruiting Coordinator to support and scale their hiring efforts. You'll manage interview logistics and ensure a smooth candidate experience. This role requires 1+ years of scheduling or coordination experience.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Software Engineer Intern to build product experiences that help students find opportunities. You'll work with technologies like React, TypeScript, and Ruby on Rails in San Francisco. This is an entry-level position ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience in software development.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer to work directly with AI labs, addressing technical challenges and deploying impactful solutions. This role requires strong engineering skills and customer engagement.
Handshake • San Francisco - Hybrid
Handshake is hiring a Staff Forward Deployed Engineer to define and drive the technical strategy for delivering engineered solutions to strategic customers. You'll work closely with AI labs and Fortune 500 partners, shaping product direction and platform architecture.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer to lead technical deployments for strategic customers in the AI economy. You'll work closely with AI labs and Fortune 500 partners to architect and scale solutions. This role requires strong technical leadership and customer engagement skills.
Handshake • United States - Remote
Handshake is hiring a Strategic Account Executive to drive new business with Fortune 500 employers. You'll manage the full sales cycle and work autonomously to close complex partnerships. This role requires strong sales skills and experience in high-visibility deal cycles.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Operations Manager for their Central Ops team to drive operational excellence and manage multiple functions including Trust & Safety and Pay Operations. This role requires strong leadership and data-driven decision-making skills.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to drive the design and development of core experiences for students in the AI economy. You'll work with technologies like OpenAI APIs and contribute to scalable systems. This position requires 5+ years of software engineering experience.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to drive the development of critical systems for user acquisition and fraud prevention. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable software solutions. This position requires a deep understanding of software engineering principles.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Software Engineer to develop critical systems for user acquisition and identity management. You'll work with technologies like Java and Python to deliver scalable software solutions. This position requires a strong foundation in software engineering principles.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to architect and scale systems for the Fellows Allocations team. You'll work on project discovery and onboarding processes. This position requires significant experience in software engineering.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Software Engineer for the Fellow Experience team to build and scale full-stack systems. You'll work with technologies like JavaScript, React, and Node.js to enhance the fellow onboarding experience. This position requires a strong background in full-stack development.
Handshake • San Francisco - Hybrid
Handshake is hiring a Research Scientist in Human AI Interaction to lead research at the intersection of HCI and AI. You'll focus on defining benchmarks and evaluation frameworks for AI systems. This role requires expertise in human-centered AI evaluation.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Lead Human Resources Business Partner to support Engineering, Product, and Design teams. You'll help scale culture and processes in a rapidly growing environment. This role requires experience in HR and a comfort with ambiguity.
Handshake • San Francisco - Hybrid
Handshake is hiring a Staff Product Designer to create impactful experiences for employers in the AI economy. You'll collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to enhance hiring processes. This role requires strong design skills and experience in user experience design.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Program Operations Associate to ensure smooth operations for Fellow programs. You'll coordinate with multiple stakeholders to enhance the Fellow experience. This entry-level role is ideal for organized individuals looking to make an impact in the AI economy.
Handshake • San Francisco - Hybrid
Handshake is hiring a Technical Program Manager to lead initiatives in AI research and development. You'll collaborate with top AI labs and institutions to enhance data products. This role requires strong project management skills and experience in technical environments.
Handshake • London - Remote
Handshake is hiring a Senior Account Executive to drive revenue growth and expand their footprint across Europe. You'll leverage your sales expertise to build relationships with mid-market and enterprise clients. This role requires a strong background in sales and marketplaces.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Software Engineer to build core experiences that help students find opportunities. You'll work with OpenAI real-time APIs and contribute to scalable systems. This position requires experience in software development.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Strategic Projects Lead to oversee coding data initiatives for AI and platform teams. You'll coordinate skilled SWE Fellows and ensure quality delivery while working with Python and data analysis. This role requires strong experience in operations and project management.
Handshake • San Francisco - On-Site
Handshake is hiring a Learning Designer Lead to connect Operations teams with Fellow success in the AI economy. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of AI through better data and tools. This position requires expertise in learning design and a passion for AI.
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