Ferguson Career Center

Handshake is the ultimate career recruiting platform for students.

Finding a job and building a career can be daunting. Handshake is here to help. Whether you're looking for an internship, full-time job or don't know where to begin, you can use Handshake to

• discover employers and opportunities,
• submit applications,
• find career education resources, and
• connect with alumni at Hampden-Sydney College events.

We're actively reaching out to our alumni and friends of the College to post opportunities in Handshake so you can make the most out of your H-SC connections.

Please log in and complete your profile. The more information we know about you, the better we can communicate with you specifically about internships and jobs in the field and location of your choice.

You may opt for the “Single Sign-On” (SSO) option, and enjoy safe, simple access to the platform from any secure identity or device.

If you need help finding an internship, the Career Center can help you find one - come visit us, schedule an appointment, or explore Handshake!

What is a Micro-Internship?
Micro-internships are short-term, paid, professional projects posted by employers across a wide range of industries. Projects require 5 to 40 hours of total work and can be completed remotely. New opportunities are posted on a rolling basis.

What are the benefits of a Micro-Internship?

• Learn and hone the skills employers look for when recruiting for traditional internships and full-time positions
• Explore new industries and potential career paths without a major commitment
• Build relationships with employers by demonstrating your skills and abilities in substantive projects
• Quickly add great experiences to your resume while getting paid!

How do I get started?
To begin exploring, simply create a profile here. Creating a profile takes just a few minutes, and from there, you’re a couple of clicks away from seeing the opportunities! If you are selected for a Micro-Internship, you will receive an email about how to contact the employer to discuss dates and details about your micro-internship project.

Want to recruit a fellow alumnus or current student?
We’d love for you to create an account on Handshake. If you are new to Handshake, follow the Handshake instructions. If you have a Handshake account, we encourage you to label your job and internship opportunities with the labels, “HSC Alumni Posting”, “Family/Friends of H-SC”, and “Experiential Learning.” If you have trouble labeling your opportunity, email ctharpe@hsc.edu the direct link to the positon, and our office can attach the links for you.

How else can you support our office?
We value contributions of your time and experience to our students. Whether you offer your time for informational interviews, serve as a mentor, or simply give guidance your time and expertise is greatly appreciated. For more information on connecting with current Tigers, contact the Ferguson Career Center at (434) 223-6106.

Increased Visitbility, Exclusive Pipeline, Events & Resources

By joining the Employer Partnership Program, your organization can develop a strong brand at Hampden-Sydney College resulting in increased visibility with our highly talented and diverse student population. Our Career Center works with your organization to maximize the impact of campus outreach, visibility, access to students by an exclusive pipeline, and to provide consultation with Career Services staff, university faculty, and administrators.

H-SC Career Services graciously accepts contributions from our valued employers to help support the important programs and services we offer to students. Through the Employer Partner Program, employers can make a significant impact on our career development resources.