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How much do handshake jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for handshake in Georgia is $61,493.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,400.00 and $61,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are handshake jobs?

Handshake jobs refer to employment opportunities posted on the Handshake platform, which connects students and recent graduates with internships, entry-level, and early-career positions. These jobs often require online application, resume submission, and may involve skills relevant to the specific role or industry. Handshake is used by many colleges and universities to facilitate career services and job searches for students.

What is the difference between Handshake vs Internship Coordinator?

AspectHandshakeInternship Coordinator
Required credentialsTypically no specific credentials, but often used by career servicesOften requires experience in career services or education
Work environmentOnline platform for job and internship postingsOffice-based, coordinating internships and employer relations
Employer and industry usageUsed by students, universities, and employers for internships and jobsUsed by educational institutions and organizations managing internships
Search and comparison intentStudents and employers compare internship opportunitiesInstitutions compare internship programs and manage employer partnerships

Handshake is an online platform connecting students with internships and jobs, while an Internship Coordinator manages internship programs within educational institutions. Handshake facilitates job postings and applications, whereas Internship Coordinators oversee program logistics and employer relations. Both roles focus on internships but serve different functions within the industry.

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What cities in Georgia are hiring for Handshake jobs?

Cities in Georgia with the most Handshake job openings:

Infographic showing various Handshake job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,493 per year, or $29.6 per hour.

CCPD Student Assistant for Handshake

Mercer University

Macon, GA • On-site

$10 - $11/hr

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Re-posted 9 days ago


Mercer University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

229th of 618 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Application Instructions:
Active Student Employees: If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Find Jobs in the search. Locate the position and click Apply.
External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.
IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.
Job Family:
Student Regular Wage, Student Work Study
Department:
Center for Career & Professional Development
Supervisor:
Zelda Hill
Job Title:
CCPD Student Assistant for Handshake Services(Fall2026-Spring 2027)
Job Description:
General Office
• Communicate with staff, faculty, employers, alumni, and students via phone, email, Teams, and Face to Face interactions.
• Answer all incoming phone calls, assisting and directing callers as appropriate and delivering messages.
• Assist CCPD career consultants and counselors with special student-centered topics and projects.
• Monitor and maintain the Student Assistant email account, responding accordingly.
• Assist the Office Manager with on-campus errands, proctoring exams, and miscellaneous departmental tasks.
Handshake Guidance
  • Provide guidance to students and alumni related to Handshake, including scheduling appointments, registering for events, uploading resumes, applying for opportunities, and other Handshake functions, including the use of Handshake desktop and mobile features.
  • Look-up and/or enter information into Handshake.
  • Provide guidance to employers via phone and email related to Handshake, including how to connect with Mercer University for campus recruiting, how to post opportunities and events, and how to communicate with students/alumni via the platform.
Ambassador and Advocate
  • Learn all about the services and events offered by the CCPD and be a strong motivational voice in the campus community regarding career development, the CCPD, and Handshake.
  • Actively and consistently promote services and events to the campus community (word of mouth, email, group texts, social media, etc.).
  • Distribute and remove event flyers, posters, signage around campus.
  • Actively and consistently provide feedback to the CCPD team about student needs and happenings.
Campus Events
  • Assist CCPD staff members with the behind-the-scenes preparation required for successful campus recruiting and career education events (e.g. workshops, webinars, information sessions, employer panels, career expos and fairs, campus interviews, etc.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have an active Handshake account and a basic understanding of the platform.
  • Must have excellent communication skills, strong work ethic, and a desire to model the way for students' career development.
  • Must be comfortable and poised speaking with and working with people.
  • Must be technology savvy, including desktop and mobile devices
  • Ability to walk around or maneuver across campus and lift/move office items as needed. (<20 lbs.)
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be approved for FWS (Federal Work Study) through the Office of Student Employment. FWS eligibility will be verified prior to the offer of employment.

$10-$11 per hour
Scheduled Hours:
18
Start Date:
08/6/2026
End Date:
05/12/2027

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