Student and Alumni Resources
Whether you're beginning your academic journey or an alum looking to advance your career, we provide various resources to help you design, develop, and thrive in your professional life. From personalized career development to job search assistance, we've got you covered every step of the way.
Get Started With Handshake
Handshake is the number one platform for college students and alumni. It allows you to:
- View nationwide job and internship listings and use job filters to find positions that fit your needs.
- Browse on-campus employment opportunities
- Book unlimited appointments with UNLV career coaches
- Discover networking opportunities
- Share your professional contact information to connect with current students and fellow alumni
- Register for UNLV’s fall and spring career and internship fair, featuring over 200 employers from various industries including government, hospitality, engineering, education, business, entertainment, healthcare, and more
How to Create an Account
Current students can access their account by logging in with their ACE ID.
Recent Graduates
Your ACE login is active for approximately two years after graduation, so you may continue to access the service using your ACE ID. If you would like to change the email on your account in Handshake from your student email to a personal email, please email us at careerservices@unlv.edu.
Alumni Who Graduated Before 2020
If you graduated before 2020 and never had a Handshake account, you can create one by completing the following steps:
- Visit the Handshake login page
- Select “Sign Up” on the top right of the page
- Enter your preferred email address and wait for approval (about one business day).
- Note: Your preferred email address can be a personal email address. You are not required to use a “.edu” address. You can also use a Rebel Alumni email address.
- You will receive an email once your account is approved, and it will prompt you to login and complete your profile.
Receive In-Person and Online Career Coaching
UNLV Career Services and Workforce Development offers unlimited career coaching to UNLV students and alumni. Our in-person and online career coaching services cover a variety of topics, from exploring career options to landing a full-time position.
Take a Career Assessment
Do you know what your life’s work will be? If not, you’re not alone. UNLV has access to multiple career assessments, including the comprehensive FOCUS 2 CAREER, to help you clarify your path. Upon completion, you are encouraged to meet with a career coach to discuss your results and create a plan to move forward.
View Career and Job Trend Data
Curious what a certain career path would look like for your life? Through UNLV’s Online Career Coach platform, you can browse different career areas for:
- Typical job descriptions
- Employment outlook
- Salary trends
- Common employers
- Necessary skills for various jobs
Participate in an Internship
UNLV is dedicated to offering students valuable real-world experiences to enhance their marketability and broaden access to career opportunities. Through internships, students gain the chance to explore careers, develop professionally, and acquire new skills. These experiences deliver meaningful, practical work directly aligned with their field of study or career interests, enhancing their overall educational journey.
Attend Our Bi-Annual Career and Internship Fair
UNLV hosts a university-wide career fair for students and alumni each fall and spring. Our fairs feature over 200 employers from a variety of industries including government, hospitality, engineering, education, business, entertainment, healthcare, and more.
Use Our Apparel and Photo Services
UNLV My Career Closet
MyCareerCloset x UNLV Career Services is a partnership designed to help UNLV students look and feel career-ready. Through access to professional clothing resources and support from Career Services, students can prepare for interviews, career fairs, and workplace opportunities with confidence.
Iris Air Photo Booth
The Iris Booth Air, located on the second floor of Lied Library next to the Career Collection, is a self-service headshot tool designed to provide a quick and easy way to get professional-quality photos. The overall process is straightforward and user-friendly.
Browse Our Resource Library
UNLV Career Services & Workforce Development has created several articles to provide you with the tools you need to prepare for your career journey. Browse our resource library to learn more about a range of career and job search topics, from building application materials to growing your professional skills.
Career Foundations
- Resumes
- Cover Letters
- Resume/Cover Letter Checklist
- Professional Correspondence
- Professionalism in the Workplace
Career Exploration and Planning
- Prepare for Graduate School
- Graduate School Application Materials
- Career Transitions
- Entrepreneurship