Students

Career Services can help you find a job or internship, create a resume, explore careers, and more!

Find Opportunity On Handshake!

👉 Get started with Handshake as a student

  • Discover hundreds of  jobs and internships.
  • Receive personalized recommendations  based on your interests.
  • Connect with employers. 
  • Network with peers.
  • Find events and career fair information.
  • Sign up for on-campus interviews.
  • Access the platform through the Handshake app.

Login to your UA Handshake portal using your UA sign-on to find jobs/internships and begin networking! 


Get Career Advising

Our advisors offer guidance and resources for all your career queries. 👉 Connect virtually, in person, or reach out to us at uas.career@alaska.edu or 907-796-6000 for further assistance. Set up an appointment now by logging into your UA Handshake account  – once in Handshake, select Career Center, Appointments, Schedule a New Appointment. We hope to see you soon!


Self-guided Resources for Job Applications & More

👉 Check out the Career Support tab at the top right of this page for self-guided resources on


Career Coach

Career Coach is a tool for you to explore career and education opportunities in Alaska, and to learn more about how your unique skills and interests align with different careers. With Career Coach you can 👉

  • Take personalized assessments that match your interests to specific college majors
  • Access current Alaska labor market and wage data
  • Learn more about in-demand careers
  • Search for available programs in the UA system that lead to the career you want


Career Fairs & Events

We host a career fair each year in February and a variety of other events and programs. 👉 Attend our events to network with employers looking to hire UAS students and to hone your professional development skills!


Get Your Professional Headshot!

Whether on Handshake or LinkedIn, it is important to have a professional online profile. Make an appointment with Career Services to get your professional headshot taken for free!


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Contact & Location

Phone
907-796-6000
Address

Mourant Building - ground floor
11066 Auke Lake Way
Juneau, AK 99801

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm

August - June (please note our office is closed in July)