Landing an Internship – How to Beat the Odds

If you’re feeling the squeeze of the current job and internship market, you’re not alone. Here are three strategies to help with your search. According to the Washington Center, “with the right strategy, persistence and a little hustle, you can …

By Stacy Burnett
Stacy Burnett Strategist, Content Engagement
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The 39 Definitive Rules of Office Fashion

If you’re not sure what to wear to work, you’re not alone. Use these 39 rules as your guide to navigating fashion choices in a professional workplace. We know that “rules are made to be broken” – hello rule #38 …

By Stacy Burnett
Stacy Burnett Strategist, Content Engagement
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Handshake Bootcamp: Build Your Profile, Make A Strong First Impression

Make the most of recruitment with tips to network smarter, stand out on Handshake and get noticed by top employers. From building your Handshake profile to make a strong first impression to navigating jobs and events to find the best …

By Stacy Burnett
Stacy Burnett Strategist, Content Engagement
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The Big 7: Your Roadmap to a Paid Internship

Students are often aware of the positive benefits of an internship but aren’t always clear on how to become a standout candidate. To help, we’ve simplified the process into seven actionable and repeatable steps. Complete all seven steps and you’ll …

By Stacy Burnett
Stacy Burnett Strategist, Content Engagement
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Networking Feels Awkward? Here’s How To Crush It Anyway.

Let’s be real – networking can feel weird. Especially when you’re walking into a room full of accomplished alumni and you’re still figuring things out yourself. The good news: no one expects you to be perfect. What they do want …

By Stacy Burnett
Stacy Burnett Strategist, Content Engagement
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Explore Careers with Advize

Curious what careers your degree could lead to? Want to know if a career path is actually right for you? Advize helps you learn directly from professionals who’ve been there! Center for Career Readiness has partnered with Advize, founded by …

By Emily McCarthy
Emily McCarthy Executive Director
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Building Connections and Confidence: How an Internship Shaped My Problem-Solving Skills and Ties to the Tucson Community

I enrolled in the Design Lab micro-internship program because I wanted to get involved in the Tucson community, and to have a chance to meet other people. When working with my group of peers we were all experiencing the internship …

By Anupam Singh
Anupam Singh Project Manager, Design Projects
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How to Find Research Opportunities?

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey and explore research opportunities at the University of Arizona? Engaging in research can be a transformative experience that enhances your skills, helps you build meaningful connections, and prepares …

By Simi Saha
Simi Saha
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What is a Career Conversation and What Questions Should I Ask?

A career conversation, also referred to as an informational interview, is a 30-45 minute meeting with a professional in a field or career that interests you. It not a job interview. You’re in control of asking questions to gather information …

By Stacy Saathoff, PH.D.
Stacy Saathoff, PH.D. Career Educator
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Why I Love Handshake: Three Reasons You Should Use This Platform

If you’re thinking about getting an internship or a part-time job, it can be hard to take that first step to put yourself out there. Good news, the first step is an easy one – Hop on Handshake and activate …

By Lara Tricarico
Lara Tricarico
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