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Opportunities on Handshake

Opportunities on Handshake
  • September 10, 2026

    We are searching for an experienced Technical Support Agent at our Palmer HQ facility. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Working in a fast paced 24-hour call center environment, the Technical Support Agent serves as the initial point of contact for member issues and inquiries including complex problem resolution for MTA Internet, including DSL, email, totalWiFi and MTA Shield. This position performs advanced support of network troubleshooting, scheduling, managing network outages, and coordinating multiple departments while supporting a wide platform of corporate and customer owned equipment. Technical Support Agents schedule and support all Field Support Technicians to maximize productivity. They also act as the primary liaison between the customer, Support Center, Dispatch, Field Support Technicians, Engineering, Residential Sales Representatives, and other departments as needed. This position is responsible for assisting customers, providing information, meeting objectives, and handling administrative aspects of each customer contact. This position ensures the timely process through which customer problems are received, controlled, tracked, and resolved. This includes problem recognition, research, isolation, product and services recommendation, resolution/sale, and follow-up.SPECIFIC TASK DESCRIPTIONProvide professional, courteous, prompt, and accurate support to customers. Document, communicate, analyze, and troubleshoot reported problems. Determine proper solutions and guide customers through corrective actions. Respond to user questions and inquiries via telephone, email, web, or other communication methods. Monitor, follow up and communicate information to customers as appropriate.Provides coaching, training, guidance and mentoring for the new hire agents to develop skills and effectively support our customers.Support and review any Wi-Fi issues in customer premises and utilize tools to mitigate any service issues with MTA services.Provide managed support, troubleshooting and service configurations for MTA equipment and external customer owned and maintained devices.Simultaneously use a wide range of MTA’s application tools and procedures which are used to analyze and resolve customer and network problems, including remote desktop support.Enter, assign, and monitor issues in the on-line Trouble Ticket System while maintaining customer account integrity.Maintain a high level of familiarity with constantly evolving MTA’s products and services to allow for analysis, troubleshooting and sales processes.Support all Field Support Technicians.Refer unresolved service issues to the Business/Field Dispatch Triage team.Provide input for updating the Support Center information and knowledge database.Identify email issues, resolve suspensions, and coordinate efforts with contracted email company (NeoNova Systems). After trouble resolution, review, research, and make recommendations to supervisor for customer credit requests.Monitors trends of incoming calls and quickly recognizes, analyzes, and reports any geographical or service specific outages. Provides status updates to appropriate work groups in a timely manner.Provide a professional demeanor at all company events.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:EDUCATION:High School Diploma or GED requiredIT Degree preferredMTA Helpdesk, Tech + , A+, Net+, MCP, MCSE or CCNA Certification preferredWORK EXPERIENCE:Six months experience in Support Center environment preferred. Achievement of the afore-mentioned specification may not be required if, in the opinion of the MTA hiring manager, a particular candidate possesses significant offsetting characteristics, such as past accomplishments, experience, education, or estimation of future potential.JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):  see full job description linked belowMTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MTA offers competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) plan, annual leave, and more. A complete job description is available upon request. Qualified individuals should apply online here: https://mta.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/924?c=mta 

  • September 10, 2026

    We are searching for an experienced Field Service Installation and Repair Technician (FT) at our Palmer Plant Bldg facility. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:  Nature of Work:Installation & Repair technicians are responsible for the installation and repair of MTA services for both residential and business customers. Technicians complete service orders and repairs under the direction of the assigned Manager Supervisor. Technicians work in Outside Plant copper and fiber facilities, and perform wiring installation and validation in residential and business settings. Illustrative Tasks:Completes service order by installing, removing and rearranging wiring and electronic equipment as required. This includes OSP facilities and working inside residences and businesses. Reporting of updated Service Order and OSP information in a timely manor.Clears trouble reports as required, utilizing standard testing procedures.Performs repairs and maintenance of outside plant facilities, subscriber carrier, FTTH, and XDSL services.Makes minor additions or revisions to outside plant facilities as required or directed.Performing central office and subscriber carrier duties as required.Keeps immediate Manager Supervisor/Foreman and dispatcher aware of status of work assigned on both a current and daily basis.Reports to the immediate Manager or General Foreman Supervisor substandard plant conditions which cannot be immediately corrected.Checks assigned vehicle and other work equipment as to condition, possible maintenance, and repair.Reports all unsafe conditions which cannot be immediately corrected to the assigned manager supervisor or other appropriate personnel.Responsible for maintaining tools, work equipment, and testing apparatus in good working order, and properly used.Performs general housekeeping at remote central offices as needed.Complies with all traffic laws, safety rules, and regulations.Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:Knowledge of Association, and industry standards related to station installation, repair, and maintenance as well as facilities, CM8, subscriber carrier, FTTH and XDSL.Knowledge of the state safety code and other safety standards as set by the Association.Ability to safely perform all work duties including the operation of assigned vehicles and the use of the associated hand tools and test equipment.Ability to provide efficient and quality service within the guidelines of the Association specifications and National Electrical Code requirements.Ability to establish and maintain good customer relations through a cooperative and courteous attitude.Ability to climb poles.The understanding and expertise to install and maintain Analog and Digital Subscriber services, FTTH and XDSL.Ability to interpret cut sheets, service orders, schematics, blueprints and circuit diagrams.Familiar with Association test equipment pertaining to outside plant.Familiar with Association installation and troubleshooting procedures concerning OSP copper and Fiber, residential and small business modems, routers and wireless networking equipment.Must be a "self-starter" requiring minimal supervision.Knowledge of basic AC/DC theory.Knowledge of Fiber to the Home (FTTH) and to the business (FTTB) installation and troubleshooting practices, Passive and active optical networks, Fusion Splicing.Basic knowledge of home and small business networks, installation and configurations of routers and wireless Ethernet devices.Installation of CAT 5/6 wiring and validation testing.Required Qualifications: Journeyman Installation & Repair Technician is preferred. Other IBEW classifications of Journeyman Telephone Lineman, Journeyman Cable Splicer, Journeyman CO/PBX and Journeyman Wireman will be considered.3000 hours I&R experience within the last five years is preferred. 3,000 hours experience in any of the IBEW Journeyman classifications listed in item 1 will be considered.Ability to pass a telephony general knowledge and safety test for Telephone Technicians. Minimum acceptable score is 75%Valid Alaska Driver's License for motor vehicles.Must be able to safely perform physical requirements (i.e., climb poles and ladders, ability to lift 50 lbs, as listed in job analysis)Ability to pass color discrimination test.Must have valid first aid card, and CPR card, ; or be willing to obtain within six months from date of hire.Demonstrate basic knowledge of AC/DC theory (as tested above).Must have valid Medical Examiners Card or obtain within 30-days of hire. MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MTA offers competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) plan, annual leave, and more. A complete job description is available upon request. Qualified individuals should apply online here: https://mta.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/922?c=mta 

  • September 10, 2026

    Dino's Donuts is looking for a friendly and reliable team member to join our shop. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a food service environment, is reliable, cares about making a quality product, and helps maintain a clean and welcoming atmosphere. You’ll be involved in every step of the donut-making process--from mixing dough to the final glaze and decorations. This is a great position for students and others seeking a part-time evening job. Job DetailsPay: $17.50/hour to start/train Schedule: Monday – SaturdayShift: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PMLocation: Old Seward Hwy & 81st Ave, AnchorageResponsibilitiesPrepare donut dough according to established recipesDecorate donuts with icing, sprinkles, glazes, and other toppingsOperate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including mixers, sheeters, and fryersMaintain cleanliness and organization of the work area in compliance with health regulationsAssist with food production tasks such as measuring and weighing ingredientsAssist with opening/closing procedures as neededQualificationsPrior experience making donuts is a strong plusStrong attention to detail and pride in presentationAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for shift periodsFood Handler's card (or willingness to obtain one)Positive attitudeDependable, punctual, and able to work assigned shiftsReliable transportationPerformance ExpectationsDependability and punctualityArrive on time and ready to work for each scheduled shiftAbility to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environmentAttention to detail and cleanlinessPositive attitude and team-oriented mindsetMaintain cleanliness and food safety standards at all timesSupport team members and contribute to smooth daily operationsHow to ApplyApply here on indeed or bring a resume to Dino’s Donuts and complete a job application.     

 

 

 

Handshake FAQs for students

Your profile is your time to shine, so don’t be shy about listing your accomplishments. Because the more potential employers know about you, the better the chance they’ll reach out. Make sure to list all of your hard work — in the classroom and out — in your profile.

Recruiters are five times more likely to reach out to you with job opportunities if your profile is complete.

In addition to your major, Handshake also uses your job interests to recommend opportunities to you.

Job interests include:

  • Job type: Looking for an on-campus job, internship, part-time job or full-time job? You can
    choose more than one.

  • Preferred location: Select the cities you would like to work in, and Handshake will show you jobs in that area.

Job role: Choose at least three positions you would like to explore, like “marketing associate” or “data analyst.”

Beyond your job interests, employers want to know:

  • Previous work experience: Have you had a part-time job, an internship or a work-study, research or volunteer position?  Employers like to see that you’ve taken on responsibility and that these experiences have helped you develop valuable skills.

  • Skills: Add technical skills like proficiency with Structured Query Language (SQL), along with soft skills like communication. The more skills you list, the better your chances are of showing up in an employer search.

  • Clubs and organizations: These signal your specific interests, affinity groups, and participation and involvement on campus.

Set your preferences for the types of jobs and locations you’re interested in. Handshake can find the right opportunities for you. Because searching through hundreds of job postings that don’t fit isn’t a good use of your time.

The questions and answers will be based on a student’s interests. To help show questions and answers that are relevant to the students, we may use signals. Those could include a student's demographic attributes, such as major or school year, and behavioral data, such as the companies the student has viewed on Handshake.

Narrow down and customize your job search. Filter through jobs by criteria such as job type, location, work authorization and industry. Keyword search helps you find jobs whose description includes a word that you’re looking for.

For example, if you search for the keyword “accounting,” you will see jobs where the word accounting appears in the posting.

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  • Help employers find you. If your profile is public, you’ll show up in searches when they’re recruiting for jobs and internships.

  • Connect with and mentor other students. Help other students along their career journeys by making your own visible. And give them the opportunity to reach out.
  • Chat with students and alumni who’ve been there. When you view a job or employer page, you can see other students who have worked there and reach out to them with your questions.

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Recognizing job scams

While we do our best to vet employers, employment scams are always changing and getting better at hiding in plain sight. We want to empower you to ensure the employers are legitimate. If you have any concerns about employer requests or interview procedures, please reach out to our office. We are happy to support you.

Scammers may post jobs on popular job boards, and they may directly contact you via email offering to hire you for a position. Some scams may use reputable companies as fronts. They may even mention Handshake or UAF to make them seem more legitimate. 

  1. Employers who use Handshake cannot see your @alaska.edu email and will only be able to contact you through the Handshake platform if they have an employer trust score of 80 or above. Also, you must choose to allow employers to contact you on Handshake before they will be allowed to do so. 

  2. Handshake will never ask for sign-in credentials or personal payment through email. If you receive an email requesting these or containing unusual phrases, spelling or grammar, please don’t click on any links or reply.

Be wary if the job posting or email:

  • Requests for your personal information, such as address, phone number, etc. without any previous contact.

  • Asks for any money or sensitive personal information such as bank account, Social Security number, etc.

  • Focuses on money or promises to pay in advance. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

  • Uses an email address that is not linked to the company they represent.

  • Links to a nonprofessional-looking website.

  • Has spelling errors or lacks a professional tone.

  • References getting your contact information from your university or career center.

Be skeptical, always ask questions and look up jobs/employers when you are viewing job postings or reading email offers.

My name is Bryan and I work with the HandShake, and my job is to provide part-time employment for qualified students during the academic year and beyond. I have contacted you because there is an opening for you at CDS and below are the lines from your potential employer:

My name is Dr. John Mazzariello and I am the Senior Director of Practice Operations at the Center for Disability Services Council - New York Chapter (CDS).

This is a virtual position which does not require you to travel to NY.

I also provide individual and group therapy, coaching, assessment and academic screenings to support students with disabilities (physical, chronic, psychiatric, and invisible). A large percentage of the students served by the mental health unit have psychiatric disabilities or comorbid psychiatric disabilities and need mental health support to be successful at the University. In addition, many University of students with academic difficulties and no prior diagnosis are seen and assessed through the academic screening and assessment process. I am also the Director of supervision, training and coordination of counseling psychology and clinical psychology graduate students in the United States who have practicums at SCDD and APA-accredited school psychology predoctoral interns.

You have received this email to be considered for an offer from the University Office for Students with Disabilities to work with me. This is an at-will position that reports directly to me. Should you decide to accept the offer, you do not have to travel down to New York to occupy this position as we are transitioning online.

I also have over 10 years of experience working with adults who have problematic relationships, childhood issues, and who feel stuck in their present life. It might be trauma, depression, anxiety, but whatever it is we can help you get "unstuck" together and I enjoy doing this. I believe everyone has the potential to help themselves, but sometimes we need some guidance.

This is a very simple employment. You will only help me mail letters, make payments at Walmart and purchase some items for the new Hybrid Teachers when needed. This employment only takes 6 hours a day and 4 times a week for $620.00

I am unable to meet up for an interview because I am currently away and helping the disabled students in Canada.

You will be paid in advance for all tasks and purchases to be done on my behalf. Some of my personal letters and mails will be forwarded to your residence or nearby post office for you to pick up at your convenience. Upon my arrival we will discuss the possibility of making this a long-term employment if I am impressed with your services while I am away. My arrival is scheduled for the last week of June 2020.

To be considered for this position, use your "alternate email (different from school email)" to contact your employer directly by sending an email with your details as follows:

Full name,
Current Residential Address,
Alternate email (different from school email)
Cell #.
To: Dr. John Mazzariello
internship@qualityservice.com

Best,
Bryan.

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Get started with Handshake as an employer

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. As part of the process, you'll request to connect with the University of Alaska System, which will enable you to post jobs for UAF talent. If you're stuck, check out this article: .

  1. On the left side of the navigation toolbar, click 'Schools'.
  2. Click 'More Schools on Handshake' to search for and request specific schools
  3. Request The University of Alaska System.
  4. Once received, we'll review your request and accept it as long as your organization abides by our Recruiting Policies.
  1. with your work email address.
  2. Request to join your company - Handshake will provide you with a list of possible companies based on your email domain.
  3. The admin/owner of your company's Handshake account will give you access to your company's Handshake account.
  1. From the home page, click the blue box on the left that says 'Post a Job'. Alternatively, on the left side navigation toolbar, click 'Jobs'.
  2. On the top right, click the blue box titled 'Create Job'.
  3. Complete the job posting with as many details and descriptions as possible.
  4. Follow the prompts and add the school or schools you would like to advertise the job to.
  5. Enter application start and expiration dates, then click 'Create'.
  6. For more information, review this article: .