Start Strong: Your Career Journey Begins Now
At Marshall University, career readiness starts day one. Whether you’re looking to find a part-time job, explore your passions, or take the first steps toward a meaningful career, our tools and resources are built to help you succeed from the moment you step on campus.
Get to Know Your Career Tools
Handshake
Your all-access pass to jobs, internships, events, and more.
Handshake is Marshall’s online career platform that connects you with on- and off-campus job opportunities, internships, career fairs, and employer events. It’s how you’ll:
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Apply for part-time jobs (like those featured at Marshall Works)
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Schedule career advising appointments
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Explore career fairs and networking events
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Get recruited by top employers who want to hire Marshall students
️ Log in with your Marshall credentials at marshall.joinhandshake.com and complete your profile to get started!
Marshall Works
The Marshall Works Program is a federally funded program designed to help students find off-campus employment. The goal of this program is to help students identify full-time, part-time, seasonal, temporary, or work-based learning experiences (internships, co-ops, research, etc.) that complement their academic and career goals. Job opportunities are made available to all students, whether they are eligible for financial aid or not.
Kick off your college experience with a paycheck.
Held during Week of Welcome, the Marshall Works Part-Time Job Fair connects you with dozens of local employers and campus departments that are hiring right now. Whether you want flexible hours, resume-building experience, or just some extra spending money, this event is for you. ️Don’t miss it!
Visit Marshall Works to learn more and preview participating employers.
PathwayU
Find direction with purpose.
Not sure what you want to major in or what career path is right for you? PathwayU is a self-guided career assessment tool that helps you discover careers that align with your interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences. It’s a smart first step toward a future that feels like you.
Take the free assessment and start exploring: marshall.pathwayu.com
Your Future Starts Now
You don’t have to wait until senior year to think about your career. At Marshall, we believe in starting early, building confidence, and providing support every step of the way.
Have questions? Stop by the Office of Career Education or reach out at career@marshall.edu. We’re here to help you every step of the way—from your first part-time job to your dream job after graduation.