LSST Revolutionises its Career Services with Handshake Integration

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LSST proudly announces the launch of Handshake – a platform for student career networks and career management. This innovative integration is set to enhance LSST’s career services, providing unparalleled access to job opportunities and fostering stronger connections between LSST’s students and employers.

 

What is Handshake?

For those unfamiliar with Handshake, it is a cutting-edge job posting platform tailored specifically for LSST’s students and recent graduates. Handshake offers employers a free and efficient way to engage with emerging LSST student talent, boasting features such as:

Customised Job Postings: Gain insights into what LSST’s students are seeking in their careers and tailor your job listings to attract the best candidates.

Seamless Interviews: Conduct interviews directly through the platform, saving time and resources.

Career Fairs and Events: Easily participate in LSST career fairs and events, increasing your company’s visibility to a large pool of potential candidates.

 

A Game-Changer for LSST Students

Launching Handshake to our LSST’s 8,000 students and graduates in September 2024, we anticipate a robust engagement and activation rate. This platform will bridge the gap between our students and the professional world, granting them direct access to job opportunities and enabling employers to tap into a rich talent pool.

Mr Ali Jafar, Deputy CEO of LSST, commented: ‘The integration of Handshake is a transformative step for LSST’s students. It empowers our students with direct access to job opportunities and provides employers with a streamlined process to discover and engage with top talent.’

 

Why Employers Should Join?

Joining Handshake offers employers numerous advantages for enhancing their recruitment process. If you’re an employer in London, Luton or Birmingham, now is the perfect time to connect with LSST through Handshake. Here’s why:

Diverse LSST Talent Pool: LSST’s students hail from various backgrounds and disciplines, ready to bring fresh perspectives to your organisation.

User-Friendly Platform: Handshake offers a free, intuitive platform to post jobs, internships, and opportunities.

Employer Branding: Showcase your company culture to attract the right candidates.

Increased Exposure: By participating in LSST’s career fairs and events via Handshake, your company gains increased visibility among motivated and qualified candidates.

Data Insights: Use analytics to improve your recruitment strategies.

Charlie Tennant, Vice Principal of LSST, said: ‘We are excited to offer our students and employers this innovative platform. Handshake will undoubtedly enhance the employability of our graduates and strengthen our ties with the business community.’

James Platt, Careers Manager at LSST, commented: ‘This launch is a testament to our commitment to student success. We encourage all employers to join us on Handshake and be a part of our students’ career journeys.’

Foteini Meleti, LSST’s Career and Employability Coordinator, added: ‘Joining Handshake connects you with a wide range of talented students and shows your support for their career development. We’re excited to have Handshake with us and look forward to the benefits it will bring to your recruitment and the future of LSST graduates.’

 

How Employers Can Get Started

Getting started with Handshake is straightforward:

> Existing Handshake Users: Request access to our LSST Handshake institution today and start posting your opportunities here.

> New to Handshake: Contact our team at careers@lsst.ac. We are here to guide you through the quick and easy setup process, ensuring you can start benefiting from the platform immediately.

Stay tuned for more updates and success stories as we embark on this new journey with Handshake!

For more information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our career services team – careers@lsst.ac or visit www.lsst.ac/ces.