Office of Student Life

Finding Student Employment

There are three routes that you can take to begin your search for student employment at Ohio State.

1. Search for employment through Handshake

Ohio State students should check Handshake first when looking for opportunities! If you have never used Handshake to search for employment, follow these steps:

  • Go to handshake.osu.edu
  • Login using your lastname.#@osu.edu (do NOT use your buckeyemail email)
  • Once you are logged into Handshake, go to the "Jobs" section
  • Select the “On-Campus” search filter to find and apply for jobs at Ohio State
  • If you want to learn more about Handshake, visit the Buckeye Careers’ website

2. Search for employment through Workday

If you are unable to find opportunities that you are interested in on Handshake, you can also check Workday. Current employees and students enrolled at Ohio State can log into their Workday account to view and apply for positions.

3. Search for jobs by department

If you have a specific on-campus job or department in mind, try visiting their website! There is a chance that departments will advertise their open positions online. You can also contact them directly or visit their office in-person!

Need Additional Support?

  • Buckeye Careers offers career coaching appointments and resume review appointments for all Ohio State students. Our career coaches can help you clarify your goals, explore personal concerns and develop an individualized career plan. We also recommend scheduling a resume review appointment as part of your job search!
  • You can find the current SEE Student Workshop Schedule online. Many of these workshops cover topics such as career exploration, job search strategies and identifying transferable skills.
  • Many colleges at Ohio State support their own career services office. In addition to the other services they offer, these offices can also be a fantastic resource for discipline-specific guidance. You can find a list of career services offices across campus.