Faculty/Staff Portal

You See Students Every Day. Help Us Reach Them.

Faculty and staff are often the first people students turn to for career advice. We want to make it easy for you to support them — and partner with us to expand career readiness across campus.

💡 Why Career Integration Matters

Students who engage with Career Services before senior year are significantly more likely to secure employment or graduate school admission before graduation.

⚠️ The Challenge

Many students don’t visit Career Services until weeks from graduation — when the strongest opportunities have already closed. Others don’t know we exist, or assume our services are only for certain majors. Faculty referrals are one of the most effective ways to change that.

🚀 The Opportunity

When career readiness is woven into the academic experience, students graduate with more than a degree. They graduate with a plan, a network, and a competitive edge. That’s a win for departments, retention, and institutional reputation.

🤝 Ways to Partner With Career Services

Six ways you can make a direct impact on student career outcomes.

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Classroom Presentations

Invite us to present on resume building, interview skills, LinkedIn, job search strategy, or industry-specific career paths. We tailor every presentation to your course.

Request a Presentation →

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Student Referrals

See a student who needs guidance? Send them our way. A timely referral can be the nudge that changes a student’s trajectory entirely.

Refer via Handshake →

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Career Readiness Assignments

Embed career prep into your syllabus. We help you design resume drafts, informational interview reflections, LinkedIn builds, and more.

Explore Assignment Ideas →

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Industry Panels and Events

Co-host industry panels, alumni networking events, or employer meet-and-greets with your department. We handle logistics.

Propose an Event →

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Departmental Career Outcomes

Want to know where your graduates are landing? We track and report career outcomes — valuable for accreditation and recruitment.

Request Outcomes Data →

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Employer Introductions

Have industry relationships? Help us connect employers with students — guest speakers, internship sponsors, or recruiting partners.

Make an Introduction →

📝 Quick Reference: What to Tell Students

When students ask you about careers, point them to these services.

💼 Handshake — All appointments, job postings, and events live here. Every student has an account through their A&T credentials.

📄 Resume and Cover Letter Reviews — Available by appointment on Handshake or drop-in during Resume Drive events.

🎤 Mock Interviews — Especially important before career fairs and recruiting season. Book via Handshake.

🔬 Career Exploration Sessions — For students who are unsure about their direction. We help them connect interests to career paths.

📸 Iris Headshot Booth (Murphy Hall) — Free professional headshots during office hours. No appointment needed.

🎓 Graduate School Planning — Application timelines, personal statements, program research, and test prep strategy.

🏢 Are You Also an Employer? Sign Up on Handshake

Faculty and staff who also recruit students for research labs, campus departments, or external organizations can create an employer account on Handshake to post positions, manage applicants, and connect with students directly.

👇 Expand the “Handshake Employer Sign-Up Guide” accordion below for step-by-step instructions.

🚀 Let’s Build Career Readiness Into the Aggie Experience

We’re here to support your students and your department. Reach out anytime.

Email Career Services →

Office of Career Services

📍 Murphy Hall, Suite 101 | 🕐 Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📞 336.334.7755 | ✉ ocs@ncat.edu

Classroom Presentations and Career Assignments

📚 Classroom Presentations

Bring career readiness directly into your classroom.

Our team tailors every presentation to your course, your students, and your goals. Here are some of our most-requested topics:

📄 Resume Building Workshop

Students leave with an actionable resume draft. Perfect for freshmen and sophomore courses.

🎤 Interview Skills Workshop

STAR method training, body language coaching, and live practice. Great before career fair season.

👥 LinkedIn and Networking

Profile optimization, connection strategies, and how to message professionals without being awkward.

🗺 Industry-Specific Career Paths

Customized for your department. We map career options from your major to real roles and industries.

💡 How to Request a Presentation

Fill out our Presentation Request Form with your course name, number of students, preferred date(s), and the topic(s) you’d like covered. We recommend scheduling at least 2 weeks in advance.

📈 Career Readiness Assignments

Embed career preparation into your syllabus with our ready-made frameworks.

We help you design assignments graded by your standards and supported by our expertise:

Resume Draft Assignment — Students create a first or updated resume and submit for peer or Career Services review.

Informational Interview Reflection — Students conduct an interview with a professional and write about insights learned.

LinkedIn Profile Build — Students create or optimize their LinkedIn profile and submit a screenshot with a reflection.

Career Exploration Report — Students research 3 career paths related to their major and present findings to the class.

Request Assignment Templates →

Student Referrals and Departmental Outcomes

👉 How to Refer Students

A timely referral can be the nudge that changes a student’s entire trajectory.

You don’t need to be a career expert to help. Here’s what to do when a student needs career guidance:

Step 1: Identify the Need

Student unsure about career direction? Needs resume help? Struggling with job search? Considering grad school? Any of these is a reason to refer.

Step 2: Direct Them to Handshake

Tell the student to log in at ncat.joinhandshake.com with their A&T credentials and book a 30-minute appointment with a career coach. It takes less than 2 minutes.

Step 3: Or Send Them to Walk In

For quick questions or resume reviews, students can walk into Murphy Hall, Suite 101 during office hours (Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM). No appointment needed.

Step 4: Follow Up

Check back with the student. Ask if they booked their appointment. A gentle follow-up shows you care and increases the chances they’ll actually go.

📊 Departmental Career Outcomes

Know where your graduates are landing — and use that data to strengthen your program.

We can work with your department to track and report career outcomes. This data is valuable for:

🎓 Accreditation Reports

Demonstrate post-graduation success rates for your program reviews.

📈 Student Recruitment

Show prospective students where your graduates work and what they earn.

🛠️ Program Improvement

Identify skills gaps and adjust curriculum based on employer feedback and placement trends.

🤝 Alumni Engagement

Reconnect with successful graduates who can mentor current students or recruit from your program.

Request Outcomes Data for Your Department →

Handshake Employer Sign-Up Guide for Faculty

🏢 Handshake Employer Sign-Up Guide

For faculty and staff who recruit students for labs, departments, or external organizations.

💡 Who is this for? Faculty and staff who need to post job or research positions, internships, work-study roles, or other opportunities for students. This is separate from your student-facing Handshake account — this creates an employer account that lets you post positions and manage applicants.

Step-by-Step: Create Your Employer Account

Go to Handshake

Visit app.joinhandshake.com/employer_registrations/new to begin the employer registration process.

Create Your Account

Use your @ncat.edu email address. Enter your name, create a password, and select “Employer” as your account type. If your department is already listed, request to join it. If not, you can create a new employer profile.

Complete Your Employer Profile

Add your department or organization name, a brief description of the work your team does, and your logo or department image if available. A complete profile helps students trust the posting.

Request Connection to NC A&T

Search for “North Carolina A&T State University” and request to connect. This allows your postings to be visible to A&T students. Career Services will approve your connection request.

Post Your Position

Click “Post a Job” and fill in the details: title, description, qualifications, pay/stipend, location, and application deadline. You can target specific majors, class years, and schools.

Manage Applicants

Review applications, message candidates, and track your hiring pipeline — all within Handshake. You’ll receive email notifications when students apply.

📌 Types of Positions You Can Post

✅ Research assistant positions
✅ Work-study and student employment
✅ Lab assistants and teaching assistants
✅ Department-specific internships
✅ Summer research fellowships
✅ External opportunities from your professional network

🚨 Need Help?

If you run into any issues during sign-up or need help posting a position, contact Career Services at careerservices@ncat.edu or call 336.334.7755. We’ll walk you through it.

Create Your Employer Account →

Syllabus Language and Event Promotion

📝 Suggested Syllabus Language

Add a Career Services reference to your syllabus. Copy and adapt the text below.

“The Office of Career Services (Murphy Hall, Suite 101) provides free career coaching, resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, job and internship search support, and graduate school planning to all enrolled students. Appointments can be scheduled through Handshake (ncat.joinhandshake.com). Students are encouraged to visit Career Services early and often throughout their academic career.”

💡 Tip: Even a single line in your syllabus normalizes career planning as part of the academic experience. Students are more likely to visit when a trusted professor recommends it.

📅 Events to Promote to Your Students

Help us spread the word about these recurring events.

Fall

Fall Career Fair

September — All majors welcome. 400+ employers. Encourage students to attend even as freshmen.

Spring

Spring Career Fair

February — All majors. A second chance for students who missed fall, and a key event for summer internships.

Ongoing

Resume Drive

Multiple times per semester. Drop-in resume reviews at the Student Center. No appointment needed.

Before Career Fairs

JCPenney Suit Up Event

Students get professional attire at a deep discount. Held before each career fair.

Weekly

Employer Info Sessions

Companies present opportunities and connect directly with students. Updated schedule on Handshake.

View Events on Handshake →

📷 Share Our Social Media With Students

Students who follow us stay informed about events, deadlines, and opportunities.

@ncatocs on Instagram →