Enhance Your Online Profile for Career Success
Your online profile is often the first impression you make on potential employers. It's crucial to ensure that your profile reflects the professional image you want to convey. Here’s how you can optimize your online presence.
Handshake: Your Gateway to Career Opportunities
Handshake is the University of Cincinnati’s dedicated career platform, designed to connect students and recent graduates with thousands of job opportunities across wide variety of companies and organizations. It’s a valuable resource for finding meaningful careers, and best of all, it's free for UC students. Log in to Handshake using your UC username and password. An account has already been created for you.
Explore Handshake: Discover how to effectively build your profile (add link) and maximize your career prospects.
LinkedIn: Expand Your Professional Network
LinkedIn is a powerful professional networking platform used by millions to search for jobs, explore career paths, research companies, share information, and maintain professional connections.
Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile: Learn strategies to enhance your profile and make valuable connections in your industry.
Professional Photo: Make a Lasting Impression
A professional headshot is a vital component of your online profile. UC students can receive a free professional portrait at the Bearcat Promise Career Studio (TUC 310).
Get Your Professional Portrait: Find out more about photo session availability and creating a standout profile image (add link to Professional Portrait page).
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