Handshake
The leading career network for university students. Secure exclusive AI Fellowships and student AI training roles paying $20-$40/hr.
The primary professional recruiting network for university students, serving as a key pipeline for early-career AI talent. The platform acts as the exclusive sourcing channel for competitive student AI training roles and fellowships launched by frontier companies like Imbue and Scale AI to engage academic researchers and developers.
About Handshake
Business Model
University Recruiting Network
How to Get Started
- 1 Verify .edu email address
- 2 Build profile with GPA and Major
- 3 Search and apply for 'AI Trainer' / 'AI Fellow'
- 4 Standard interview process (Resume -> Interview -> Offer)
Payment Speed
Bi-weekly (Standard Payroll)
Pros
- ✓ Exclusive access to student-only, higher-pay cohorts
- ✓ Legitimate resume experience (looks better than 'gig work')
- ✓ Trustworthy: Partners directly with universities
Cons
- ⚠ Must have an active or recent .edu affiliation
- ⚠ It is a job board, not a guaranteed task queue
- ⚠ Hiring follows standard corporate speeds (weeks, not days)
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