Jobs & Internships

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At the University of Hartford, we instill the knowledge, experience, and confidence that prepares our graduates for greatness. Hands-on learning bridges the gap from the classroom to the real world, setting you up for long-term career success.

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Getting Started on Handshake

On this career community for students and recent graduates, employers from around the country provide access to full-time, part-time, internship, and on-campus positions.

If you are a current student or an alum, you can access Handshake by setting up an account.

Activate your account:

Visit hartford.joinhandshake.com.
Your login and password is your Hartford email (user) and password that you currently use.

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Career-related experiences like internships, research, special projects, and participation in clubs and organizations are a great way to expand your knowledge and skills, get relevant work experience, and learn about your work preferences.

Career Rookie connects students and recent graduates seeking internships, part-time jobs and entry-level positions with the nation's top employer
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Urban Employ offers employment listings to attract highly-qualified, diverse entry and mid-level talent. The focus is both on jobs and internships
Indeed one search - all jobs

Handshake - Find jobs on & off-campus, identify full- and part-time jobs in your field, and maintain an online profile
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Creatively - Discover jobs for creative's
Inclusively - Search jobs for individuals with disabilities

Breanne Leblanc

Radiologic Technology, 2022

Breanne Leblanc ’22 graduated from the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions (ENHP) with a BS in Radiologic Technology, and was hired before graduation from her program. She has started a full-time third-shift position at ECHN Rockville General Hospital as a CT Technologist.

I learned a lot from all of my professors in ENHP and most of all they welcomed me with a kind and open heart that I will continue to pass on to my future patients.

Current Student Resources

Students interested in working during the academic year may have the option to apply for Federal Work-Study:

Federal Work-Study:
Jobs are available to students who are qualified based on the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The program is financed with federal money and is administered by the University's Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Eligibility for financial aid is determined by the University of Hartford's Office of Student Financial Assistance. If you qualify for Federal Work-Study, it will be listed in your financial aid award, which can be viewed in your self-service account. Your total FWS amount is specified here as well. You may not earn more through this program than your award specifies. You are paid an hourly rate and receive a paycheck every two weeks. Schedules and work responsibilities are discussed with the immediate supervisor. All FSW students may work a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year.

All work-study jobs will be posted on Handshake, our career portal, by the end of August. Check your financial aid packet to see if you qualify for Federal Work Study. If you have an amount listed for Federal Work Study, search for "Federal Work Study" job postings on Handshake.

ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

International students in F-1 and J-1 immigration status are authorized to work on campus (excluding work-study positions) for a maximum of 20 hours per week during fall and spring semesters (and up to 40 hours per week during summer, spring, and winter break). Students in other immigration categories, may be eligible to work if they have US employment authorization.

Once you obtain employment on-campus, you will need a Social Security Number if you don’t already have one. You will need to work with the International Center to prepare the necessary paperwork to submit to the Social Security Office. Additionally, J-1 students will need to request permission from the International Center prior to starting any employment.

OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

Before accepting an off-campus internship, job, or any payment for services, you will need to be certain your F-1 or J-1 immigration status allows you to begin. Working off-campus work without prior authorization is illegal. You must work with the International Center to ensure you maintain your legal status.

Keep in off-campus work permission is rather limited for F-1/J-1 students and certain employment authorizations can often take months to be approved.

The most common types of student work permission are for practical training related to your major/degree:

F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT): authorization for an internship or placement that is a necessary part of your academic program
F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT): to gain practical experience in your major field of study, not required by your academic program
F-1 STEM Extension of OPT: an extension of Optional Practical Training, available only if your major field is on a designated list of specialized majors in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and if you are training a qualified employer
J-1 Academic Training (AT): to gain practical experience in your major field of study

If you are interested in off-campus employment, please contact the International Center to discuss your eligibility. Employment related questions can be sent to opt@hartford.edu.