Top 5 ways Mason graduates got their jobs
1. | Internships turned into a permanent position |
2. | Job search websites (LinkedIn, Indeed, Idealist, etc.) |
3. | Informal networking (friends, family, co-worker, alumni, word-of-mouth) |
4. | Company or organization's own website |
5. | Formal networking events (career fair, workshop, employer event, club or organization event) |
Use Handshake to find jobs and internships
Handshake is Mason’s job search platform for on-campus, part-time, work-study, internship, and full-time jobs. You can find thousands of opportunities in Handshake at any time.
- Find opportunities with on-campus employers, startups, Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and more.
- Once your profile is complete, Handshake will show you internships and jobs that match your major, interests, and skills.
- Employers message students with event invites, interview requests, and other opportunities.
Get started now
An account has already been created for you. Take these steps to log in:
- Go to Handshake.
- Select the blue George Mason Students button.
- Log in using your Mason NetID and password.
If you have issues logging into Handshake, call 703-993-2370 or email careers@gmu.edu.
Search, save, and apply for jobs in Handshake
Apply for positions with upcoming interviews
1. Log in to Handshake
2. Go to "Events"
3. Select "On-Campus Interview" to view employer schedules and apply
Benefits:
• Participating employers only interview Mason job-seekers
• Available dates are listed in Handshake
• Interviews take place virtually or in-person on the Fairfax campus
More ways to find jobs and internships
- Network with your professors, Mason alumni, family, and friends by asking them about job or internship opportunities.
- Use job search sites specific to your industry or career field.
- Attend career fairs and employer events.
- Get advice from Passport Career on finding an international job:
- Select "Register Now!" in the upper right corner of the home page.
- Enter Registration Key: gmuniver
Beware of job scams
- Identifying and Avoiding Fraudulent Jobs / Employers (PDF)
- Examples of fraudulent job offers received as phishing email (PDF)
- Learn about known phishing attempts at Mason