The PennWest Recruiting Connection

The following services and resources can help employers offering professional and internship opportunities to connect with PennWest students and alumni.

Create a Handshake Account and Post Jobs & Internships

Handshake is PennWest’s online recruiting system. Many universities in Pennsylvania and nationally use Handshake, which makes it easy for you to post an opportunity only once and send it to any schools that use Handshake for free.
Employers can use Handshake to:

  • Post jobs and internships for targeted groups of students or alumni
  • Review candidate application materials
  • Request interviews and information sessions

Once you have posted your position openings, let us know and we can spread the word!

Host Interns

Our students are eager to apply their skills to benefit your organization through internships. You get motivated students to fulfill your short-term employment needs and projects, and you will have the opportunity to “test out” and recruit students for your future full-time positions.

For more information about internships, contact internship@pennwest.edu.

Schedule Campus or Virtual Recruitment

PennWest hosts and participates in a variety of career fairs, networking events, employer information sessions, and recruiting opportunities throughout the academic year. These events provide employers with valuable opportunities to connect with students and alumni across a wide range of academic programs and career interests.
Employers are encouraged to check Handshake regularly for upcoming events and recruitment opportunities or contact us at recruit@pennwest.edu for additional information about employer engagement options.

Connect with Student Leaders

We can help you to connect with clubs and faculty to coordinate a classroom or club presentation.


If you would like to discuss partnering with PennWest to recruit future employees, please contact us. We look forward to partnering with you!

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement