Google for Jobs is a broad job aggregation platform with AI-driven personalization and extensive career resources, while Handshake is tailored for students and recent graduates with a focus on internships, entry-level jobs, and university career services integration.
| Attribute | Google for Jobs | Handshake |
|---|---|---|
| Job board aggregation | Aggregates job listings from various sources across the web, including company career pages, job boards, and recruitment sites. | Aggregates job postings from various sources |
| Internship focus | Offers various internships in fields like engineering, design, and research. | Focuses on internships |
| Entry-level job focus | Has entry-level positions, often called "Noogler" positions, in software engineering, sales and marketing, product management, and UX design. | Focuses on entry-level jobs |
| Employer partnerships | Has a Career Certificates Employer Consortium. | Partners with a large network of employers, including 100% of Fortune 100 companies |
| Application tracking | Previously offered Google Hire as an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), but it was shut down in 2020. | Offers application tracking; students can track the status of their applications in the "My Jobs" section |
| Resume building tools | Google Docs offers templates for creating resumes. Also provides tips and advice on creating a resume. | Provides a resume template and resources to help students create professional resumes |
| Career advice resources | Grow With Google offers courses, career certificates, AI training, and career advice. Google's Career Dreamer helps users explore career possibilities. | Offers career advice resources, including tips on interviewing and career paths |
| Personalized job recommendations | Uses search history and behavior to present relevant job opportunities. Career Dreamer, an AI tool, analyzes skills and suggests personalized career options. | Offers personalized job recommendations based on student profiles, career interests, and engagement with the platform |
| Mobile app availability | Not available | Has a mobile app for both iOS and Android devices |
| Integration with university career services | Not available | Integrates with university career services |
| Salary estimation tools | Provides estimated salary information based on job title, location, and employer, sourced from sites like Glassdoor, PayScale, and LinkedIn. | Provides salary information for various positions |
| Company review information | Aggregates employer reviews from sites like Indeed, Glassdoor, CareerBliss, and Kununu. | Not available |