ℹ️The Careers and Employment Service is available to all of our current students and graduates (within 4-years). Our services can be accessed in person, over the phone and online.
Where do I start?
Your careers journey starts with My Career Portal – the University’s careers platform.
👉 Log in to My Career Portal to access our full range of careers support, including:
- CV checks and interview practice
- Jobs
- Placements
- Self‑employment advice
- The Herts Excellence Award
- Appointments
- Events
Note that we have moved all our Handshake functionality across to My Career Portal so you can now access everything in one place. You can continue to use Handshake for your job searches if you wish but from 6th June, Handshake global (USA) will manage your account and data directly. If you’d like to close your account, please contact Handshake directly. Otherwise, no action is needed.
How do I access My Career Portal?
The University has created an account for every University of Hertfordshire student and graduate (within 4 years) which is linked to their student account at the University.
👉 Instructions to access your My Career Portal account.
How do I access CareerSet?
CareerSet is available directly through My Career Portal.
- Log in to My Career Portal
- Select the CareerSet button on the homepage
CareerSet helps you:
- Improve your CV and cover letter
- Check applications against employer criteria
- Get instant, personalised feedback
👉Simply login to My Career Portal and click on the CareerSet button on the homepage.
How do I access Shortlist.Me?
Shortlist.Me is also accessed via My Career Portal.
- Log in to My Career Portal
- Select the Shortlist.Me button on the homepage
Shortlist.Me allows you to:
- Practise interview questions online
- Get feedback on your answers
- Build confidence before real interviews
👉Simply login to My Career Portal and click on the Shortlist.Me button on the homepage.
What support is available after I graduate?
When you graduate, you become part of a global University of Hertfordshire alumni community – and your connection with the University doesn’t end.
The Careers and Employment Service continues to support you for up to 4 years after your course ends, offering:
- Careers advice and guidance
- CV and application feedback
- Access to vacancies and employer events
- Ongoing use of careers platform and resources
👉 To find out more about careers support after graduation, visit the University of Hertfordshire website.