What is LionSHARE?
- LionSHARE, powered by Handshake, is your hub for career connections and opportunities—exclusive to students and alumni served by the Center for Career Education (CCE).
- On LionSHARE, you can find job and internship postings, research organizations, register for career fairs and other recruitment events, sign up to interview with companies on-campus, and connect with peers and employers
- Use the LionSHARE profile checklist and this interactive guide from Handshake to complete your profile.
Access and Login
Who can use LionSHARE?
To use LionSHARE, you must be currently enrolled in or a graduate of one of the three undergraduate schools served by CCE: Columbia College, Columbia Engineering, or the School of General Studies.
Visiting students attending Columbia College or The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science may be eligible for access to LionSHARE job postings, though not additional services or resources.
Students and alumni attending a Columbia University school not served by us are encouraged to contact their school’s career center.
You may only access your own LionSHARE account and may not allow any other person to access your account.
What is the difference between LionSHARE and Handshake?
LionSHARE is a platform specifically accessible to Columbia University students and alumni served by CCE. The jobs postings available on LionSHARE and their associated employers are all approved by CCE staff. LionSHARE is supported by and operated via the Handshake platform.
How do I access LionSHARE or reset my password?
Access LionSHARE with your UNI and Columbia email password via the login page. Incoming students become eligible for LionSHARE within the first week of classes.
To manage your UNI or password, visit Columbia University Information Technology’s “Manage My UNI” or call (212) 854-1919.
Profile and Applying to Postings
How do I edit my profile fields?
Directly edit all profile fields in the My Profile tab by clicking on your name in the top right hand corner of your home page. You have the option to build your profile by uploading your resume under the Documents sub-tab.
LionSHARE does not automatically update your class year. We suggest that students update their profile information at the beginning of each semester.
By using LionSHARE, you agree to accurately represent your academic and professional achievements on your LionSHARE profile, resume(s), and any other documentation.
We recommend using the LionSHARE profile checklist and this interactive guide from Handshake to complete your profile.
How do I make sure my profile is “complete”?
We recommend using the LionSHARE profile checklist and this interactive guide from Handshake to complete your profile. Within LionSHARE, you will also see a progress bar that lets you know if you still need to fill out fields in order to complete your profile.
Why should I complete my profile?
Your profile shows employers who you are and what you care about. Completing your profile helps the algorithm show you more relevant posts, connect with more recruiters, and receive tailored Industry Newsletters from CCE featuring curated events, tips, and opportunities. Students with completed profiles are 2.5x more likely to see relevant jobs and internships and 5x more likely to be contacted by a recruiter.
What if a job asks for a GPA or transcript and it’s my first semester at Columbia?
Many positions on LionSHARE do not require this information to apply, so be sure to check employer requirements in the job description. If a job posting does require a GPA, you can use the GPA from your most recently attended school (e.g. high school or undergraduate university). If a job posting requires an unofficial transcript, include your unofficial transcript from your previous school as a Word or PDF document.
Once you’ve completed your first semester and have a final grade, you can consider adding that information to your profile information and uploading your transcript under the Documents section in LionSHARE.
How can I change the locked profile fields like degree, Columbia school, primary education, and account email?
Profile fields that are locked and cannot be changed include Columbia school, degree level, and email used to create your account. Contact us if there is an issue with any of these fields.
The Primary Education tag will always be applied to your current or most recent enrollment at a Columbia school we serve. Other education information (previously-earned degrees or certifications, for example) can be added in addition to your Primary Education.
Who can see my profile and documents?
You have three options for profile visibility:
Community (recommended): Your profile will be visible to employers, students, and alumni across all Handshake, including other education institutions. You’ll be able to message students and alumni who have similar interests or experiences.
Employers: Your profile will be visible to employers. You may receive messages about potential job opportunities.
Private: You’ll be able to apply for jobs but won’t get contacted by any employers. When you check in with an employer during a career fair, they’ll be able to see your basic information and message you.
You can choose and edit your visibility under Settings.
You can also choose where to make all, some, or none of your documents visible to employers (manage under My Documents). Only application documents you select when applying to an individual job posting will be viewed by that employer unless you have chosen to make documents public on your profile.
If you elect to make your profile visible by employers or your community, you may wish to also make a basic or default resume public to supplement the information in your profile.
How do I upload application documents like my resume and unofficial transcript?
All documents should be uploaded and managed in the My Documents sub-tab under your name in the top right hand corner. Under each document section such as “Resumes” and “Transcripts,” upload your document(s) in Word or PDF format and label them for your knowledge. To upload your unofficial transcript, go to your SSOL to take a screenshot or copy and paste your unofficial transcript into a Word or PDF format document to upload into LionSHARE.
If you are having trouble uploading your documents, try using a different internet browser such as Google Chrome.
How can I search for On-Campus Jobs?
Some Columbia University schools and departments post on-campus jobs in LionSHARE, but not all. You can contact Columbia departments or offices of interest directly to ask whether they have available on campus jobs and how to apply.
To search for on-campus positions posted in LionSHARE, go to Jobs, click on Filters, and select “On-Campus” under the Job Type filter.
For more information about getting a job on campus, see Getting a Job On Campus.
Can I apply to job postings if I don’t meet all of the position qualifications?
Yes, you may apply to job postings even if you do not meet all of the employer selected criteria or qualifications. It is important to be mindful before you apply to positions without meeting the preferred qualifications. Employers specifically select certain criteria to inform prospective applicants of the preferred qualifications they are seeking to hire for the posted job opportunity.
How do I view or update my job application?
All applications can be reviewed under My Jobs. Job applications can be edited only if the posting deadline has not passed. To edit an application, go to your applications to withdraw the application, then re-apply to the same job posting with your updated application.
What does it mean when a job posting requires an application through “your school’s portal”?
Your school’s portal is LionSHARE. Applying through your school’s portal simply means to submit your application through LionSHARE. Review all job postings carefully to make sure you can submit your application correctly. If an employer requests applicants also apply on their company or organization website, students should still submit their application through LionSHARE and the external site. If the job posting does not specify how to apply, this means that you should only apply through LionSHARE and not elsewhere.
Other
Where can I see events like career fairs, industry showcases, information sessions, and workshops?
Learn about CCE events including workshops, career fairs, and industry showcases on the events page of the CCE website or in LionSHARE’s Events section. We recommend you click on “more filters” and select CCE to specifically see on-campus events designed by, hosted in partnership with, or approved by CCE. Review all event details and note the target audience suggested by the employer before registering or attending an event.
Where can I learn about policies on fraudulent employers?
CCE conducts a review of employers before approving all job postings to LionSHARE. Employers are provided with our guidelines and procedures, which include information on equal opportunity and non-discrimination, salary transparency, and unpaid internships. However, we encourage students and alumni to report to us immediately any LionSHARE employers or postings that seem concerning, questionable, or fraudulent via our contact form.
Additional resources and information to guide your use of LionSHARE can be accessed on the Handshake Support Platform. We especially recommend Completing Your Profile in Handshake and this interactive guide.
Contact Handshake support through the chat in their Help Center. Contact CCE with any LionSHARE-related questions at our contact form. You can also drop in for Quick Questions or make an appointment to meet with a counselor about how best to navigate LionSHARE, apply to positions, and showcase your experiences on your profile.
