Handshake (formerly HireNKU)

• Before June 1, 2021 - summer and fall internship and co-op records are created and approved using HireNKU. These HireNKU records will be migrated to Handshake in July 2021 and the final co-op/internship evaluations will be administered via Handshake.
• June 1, 2021 and after - summer and fall internship and co-op records are created and approved using Handshake Experiences.
• For detailed instructions on reporting your co-op/internship in Handshake, visit this page.

Career Services is here to help you maximize your Handshake account! There are several ways you can learn more about using Handshake:

• Review the handouts (above) for tips. 
• Schedule a Handshake Overview apointment with Career Services by calling 859-572-5680.
• Attend a Handshake: Getting Started workshop (see our Programs/Events page for dates/details).
• Watch this video of the Handshake: Getting Started workshop.

Yes! NKU alumni are encouraged to use Handshake, whether they are job seekers or employers.

Job Seekers:

• If you still have an NKU username/password, use the NKU Student Login link/button to sign in and create your Handshake profile.
• If you no longer have an active NKU password, you can create an account using your NKU email address by clicking the link below the Student Login button.
• If you have never had an NKU email address (or have forgotten it) please contact Career Services at careerservices@nku.edu or 859-572-5680 for assistance.

Employers: 

• Follow this link to create a Handshake account associated with your company/employer profile and link to NKU!

Faculty and staff can use the NKU Student Login to create a student account, connected to their NKU username and password.  This will allow you access to job postings, events, on-campus interviews, student profiles, etc.

Faculty Coordinators: If you are teaching an internship/co-op course, you will need a Career Services administrative account for Handshake.  If you already have an account you can access it by logging in as a student, then using the menu in the upper right corner to "Switch Users" to "Career Services Account."  Please contact Career Services at careerservices@nku.edu or 859-572-5680 if you have any questions or need assistance.