Handshake is your career management platform where you can discover resources, find and apply to jobs, search prospective employers and much more! If you are an incoming student to Texas State, your account will be automatically created once you have registered for courses. Once your account has been created, you will log in through SSO (single-sign-on) using your NetID and corresponding password.
Here are a few ways to get started:
Career Services offers personalized one-on-one support for your job search and application materials. Explore the resources below for helpful guidance or click the button to learn how you can meet with us!
Ready to find your next job?
Explore a variety of on-campus and off-campus opportunities tailored just for students. Click below to discover positions that fit your schedule and goals!
Stop by the LBJ Mall between 11:00 -1:00 pm and visit with off and on-campus employers looking to hire you!
As you continue your student employment journey, it’s just as important to participate in events that help you become career ready.
Check out the events and resources below designed to build your skills, expand your network, and prepare you for success after graduation!
Every month, we’ll bring you expert advice, hands-on learning, and strategies that’ll set you up for success, no matter where you’re at in your journey. 🚀
Prowl 2 Professionalism in February: Foundations in Leadership🤝 Presented by: United States Marines
Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about how you show up. This session focuses on everyday leadership skills like reliability, communication, and taking initiative, and how your actions can make an impact in any role or work setting. Learn how to build strong habits that support your professional growth now and in the future.
Prowl to Professionalism is here every month with a new event designed to help you take the next step toward your future. Don’t miss out on these essential sessions—you’re in for a semester of growth! 🎉
Click here for more informationNervous about or unsure of how to take your job search to the next level? Don’t give up! You just need a plan. Find out how to organize your search and target the high-impact activities that will accelerate success. Come learn to use these “tricks of the trade” to uncover exciting job leads and professional contacts. The content for this Shop Talks session is tailored for graduate students.
Presented by: Sherry Yang, Career Counselor, Career Services
Join us for a facilitated discussion led by Mason Murphy from Career Services on “Career Support for Our International Students.” This session will explore common concerns international students face, effective strategies for supporting their career development, and ways faculty and staff can help foster a more inclusive career‑readiness environment.
Hosted through Career Services’ pilot Career Champion Network program, this event is open to all TXST faculty and staff—whether you’re a new Career Champion, considering joining the network, or simply passionate about better supporting our international student community. To ensure space for meaningful conversation and questions, participation is limited to 25 participants, and early registration is encouraged.
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided, and we will also have representation from the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Office as well.
Questions? Reach out to:
Program Organizer: Madyson Flint, Career Exploration Coordinator – MLS332@txstate.edu
Presenter: Mason Murphy, Career Counselor, International Student Resource - MMM210@txstate.edu
Student Government’s Sips for Success event is a fun, laid-back networking night with free mocktails, snacks, and music! This event provides an opportunity for students to connect, learn, and enhance their networking skills in a comfortable environment. We will host a panel of experts on hiring and networking to answer your questions about how to take advantage of every opportunity. Career Services will provide tips on networking and help students learn how to develop and maintain connections with people. Organizations have the chance to highlight the leadership roles they offer on campus. We encourage you to come, whether you are already involved, want to get involved, or just want to sip a new mocktail!
Click here for more informationHow to prepare before the event:
Join us for a fun at Careers and Cookies, hosted by Career Services! This event is designed to help you kickstart your career with a professional headshot while enjoying delicious cookies. Whether you're preparing for job applications, networking, or LinkedIn updates, or looking to get the perfect Headshot! Career Services is here to help!
While you wait for your photo, take the opportunity to learn more about the valuable resources Career Services offers, from resume reviews and job search tips to interview preparation and career counseling. Don’t miss out on this great chance to network, join the raffle for some amazing prizes, get advice, and leave with a polished new photo!
Click here for more informationLooking for a job in the world of Physical Therapy? Stop by the Career Fair during the PT Olympics.
All Majors and Classifications are welcome and encouraged to attend.
How to prepare before the event: https://www.careerservices.txst.edu/events-fairs/careerfairs.html.
Join us as we kick off Student Employment Week with Pouring Out Our Appreciation, a celebration dedicated to our incredible student employees at TXST! Stop by our tabling event to enjoy free coffee and donuts as we recognize the hard work, dedication, and positive impact you bring to our campus every day. Come grab a treat, connect with our team, and let us pour you some coffee as a thank you for all that you do!
Are you looking for a summer job, volunteer opportunity, or a position on campus this summer/next fall? Join us for the Summer Job & Volunteer Fair this Spring. Engage with employers from all over to find your summer adventure.
Summer Job & Volunteer Fair will be held in the LBJSC Grand Ballroom on 4/16 from 11AM-1PM.
How to prepare before the event:
Student employees tremendously help departments and the university with the operations and functions of our campus. We want to appreciate you for all your hard work and dedication to making our campus run smoothly.
At this stop and go reception, you will enjoy free food, free swag, and a photo booth!
At 5:00 there will be a small ceremony to recognize the nominees for the Student Employee Recognition Awards and announce the Student Employee of the Year winners! These awards are selected by a committee and nominations are received from supervisors across campus.
Come enjoy some food, refreshments, and get to meet other students on campus. Snappy casual attire is recommended, but not required.
Click here for more informationDiscover the skills you’re gaining on the job and explore our Marketable Skills Guides to see how your Texas State student job supports future career goals.
Each semester, Career Services hosts monthly professional development workshops aligned with Texas State’s Career Competencies, featuring employer and industry experts who guide students in building skills for career readiness and workplace success.
Get recognized for your hard work and dedication with the Student Employee Recognition Awards! This program celebrates students who excel in service, quality of work, professionalism, and initiative, all while juggling college life. Shine bright and get honored this April!
All on-campus jobs will be posted in Handshake. Opportunities with off-campus employers, who recruit Texas State Bobcats, will also be available in Handshake including part-time, full-time and internship opportunities.
Incoming students will be granted access to Handshake through SSO (single-sign-on) using your NetID and corresponding password. SSO access typically becomes available to incoming students after New Student Orientation or up to one week before classes begin in the next enrolled semester.
Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat! Career Services resources are always available to you. To register for or reconnect to your Handshake account, use the register feature, completing all required fields. You will need your nine-digit TXST A-ID to complete this registration; if you have forgotten this information please contact the IT Assistance Center. To ensure best results, please use your personal email when creating or reconnecting your alumni account. Alumni accounts are usually reviewed within 48 business hours of requested access.
If you believe your account has been archived, email us at studentjobs@txstate.edu to regain access. Please include your NetID, first and last name, and any issues you may be experiencing. You should receive a reply within 24 business hours.
Enrollment is an eligibility requirement for any person holding a student employee position. You must enroll in at least six semester credit hours in the fall and spring semesters unless the student is in the last semester of enrollment.
No, upon graduation, you will no longer be considered a student, and therefore will no longer qualify for student employment.
Yes, the maximum hours a student can work is 25 hours per week. International students are limited to 20 hours per week. Between semesters students can work 40 hours per week.
The University Pay Plan references the range that student workers may be paid, and is further enforced through UPPS 07.07.03.
Your supervisor or hiring manager can answer general questions about pay. Review the Payroll and Tax Compliance Office: FAQ page for answers regarding direct deposit, pay periods, and W-2s.
While Career Services does not mandate the use of an official student worker evaluation form, we do highly encourage supervisors to perform a one-on-one performance evaluation of student employees. However, our team does provide an evaluation template for on-campus supervisors who would like assistance. Please contact our team at studentjobs@txstate.edu.
While Career Services does not offer a universal Supervisor of Student Employees Handbook, we are creating supervisor professional development training. If you are interested in learning more about this, please email us at studentjobs@txstate.edu.
Only work-study eligible students can see work-study positions within Handshake. It's possible that if a student cannot see a work-study position, they may not currently be work-study eligible. For any questions regarding work-study award status, please reach out to Financial Aid directly for more information.
Congrats on landing your on-campus job! Now it’s time to get ready for the onboarding process. Your supervisor will guide you through each step to make sure you’re all set for your first day. They’ll also handle all the HR-related requirements with you. In general, here are some common items you may need to complete during the onboarding process:
Important: Please DO NOT complete these forms on your own before meeting with your supervisor, they will walk you through the process. Your department may also have additional onboarding requirements, so be sure to check in with your supervisor for full instructions.
For additional information on the onboarding process, please reach out to your supervisor.
What it means:
The student must already have legal permission to work in the U.S. before starting the job. This includes U.S. citizens, permanent residents (green card holders), or international students with valid work authorization.
Am I eligible to apply as an international student on an F-1 visa?
Yes!
If the position is on-campus and you are an F-1 international student maintaining valid visa status, you are already authorized to work on campus. This means you are eligible to apply. If hired, there will be additional steps to complete in coordination with your supervisor to ensure proper documentation and onboarding.
Work-study creates additional on-campus jobs for qualified students. Financial Aid has determined eligibility after students have submitted their FAFSA application. You can also learn more down below.
The work-study program is designed to help students who demonstrate financial need an opportunity to earn a portion of their educational expenses through meaningful employment. The program is administered by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (FAS).
The number of requests usually exceeds work-study funds. Work-study provides you with an employment opportunity. It is important to remember that work-study is NOT a job in which you are paid to study. Work-study is not a cash award. You must work for your earnings.
To be eligible, you must complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid” (FAFSA) and indicate interest in work-study on the application. The award is based on financial need, so not all students will qualify. Financial Aid and Scholarships (FAS) will evaluate your application and, if eligible, offered a financial aid package that may include a work-study award.
If you have questions regarding your eligibility for work-study, contact FAS.
After receiving a work-study award, you must find and apply for a work-study designated position in Handshake. If hired into a work-study approved position, you will be paid twice per month based on the numbers of hours you worked. The work-study award amount is the maximum potential you can earn. You may work until your award has been depleted or the semester is over. There is no obligation to earn the entire award.
Work-study jobs are not positions in which you are paid to study.
No. If work-study is part of your financial aid package and you don’t intend to use it, you can decline the award.
There is a deadline set each semester to find a work-study position by Financial Aid and Scholarships (FAS). If you have not been hired into a work-study position, your work-study may be cancelled.
Utilize your resources before you give up. Career Services can review your resume and other documents to assist you in your job search. Keep applying and know that you can save job searches in Handshake that will notify you when new jobs are posted.
Email questions about the awarding process to workstudy@txstate.edu.
Yes. Regular-wage positions are also available. Begin your search for all types of positions by logging in to your Handshake account.
As an hourly employee you will be paid semi-monthly at mid-month and at the end of the month. All employees are encouraged to participate in the direct deposit program.
Your earnings will be at least the current federal minimum wage; however, you could be paid more depending upon the type of work you do, and the skills required.
Students working under a work-study funded position may work no more than 25 hours per week while classes are in session.
Offices typically require work-study students to wear business-casual attire. Some offices allow their work-study students to dress more casually, so be sure to check with your employer. Remember that even though you are a student, you are working in a professional setting and need to dress accordingly.
Yes, if funding and positions are available. In addition to having a current year FAFSA on file with FAS, a student must complete a Summer Financial Aid application and be enrolled in 6 credit hours within the summer semester.
Financial Aid establishes these time frames. Dates for earning work-study awards can be found on the FAS Undergraduate Work-Study website.
Get answers by calling Career Services at 512.245.2645, or by emailing studentjobs@txstate.edu.
