Recruiting Coordinator (Contract)

About Handshake

Handshake is the career network for the AI economy. 20 million knowledge workers, 1,600 educational institutions, 1 million employers (including 100% of the Fortune 50), and every foundational AI lab trust Handshake to power career discovery, hiring, and upskilling, from freelance AI training gigs to first internships to full-time careers and beyond. This unique value is leading to unparalleled growth; in 2025, we tripled our ARR at scale.

Why join Handshake now:

• Shape how every career evolves in the AI economy, at global scale, with impact your friends, family and peers can see and feel

• Work hand-in-hand with world-class AI labs, Fortune 500 partners and the world’s top educational institutions

• Join a team with leadership from Scale AI, Meta, xAI, Notion, Coinbase, and Palantir, among others

• Build a massive, fast-growing business with billions in revenue

The Role

We’re looking for a highly organized and collaborative contract Recruiting Coordinator to help support and scale our hiring efforts. In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering a people-first candidate experience by managing interview logistics, serving as a welcoming point of contact, and ensuring a smooth experience throughout the hiring process.

The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. You’re eager to learn, take initiative, and build strong cross-functional relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Schedule and coordinate interviews efficiently while delivering a seamless candidate experience

• Manage recruiting tools with care, maintaining accurate and up-to-date data

• Communicate with professionalism, empathy, and discretion

• Represent Handshake as a warm, friendly, and reliable point of contact for candidates

• Support ad hoc and strategic coordination projects as needed

You Have

Must Haves:

• 1+ year(s) of scheduling or coordination experience, ideally in a high-energy, fast-paced setting

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills

• Impeccable attention to detail and strong written communication

• A bias for action, humility, and a growth mindset

• Sound judgment and comfort handling sensitive information

Bonus Point(s):

• Experience with Ashby