5 Misconceptions About Internships that I had – and the Truths that I Discovered 

Looking for an internship can be a scary process for many students, especially for students who don’t feel they know about the steps to find and start an internship. As a first-generation college student, it was hard for me to …

By Sarah Randolph
Sarah Randolph
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Design Thinking: A Highly Marketable Skill Applicable to Any Job

Looking to develop new skills in a unique way of learning that you can add to your resume? Need hands-on experience with the community and want to learn the principles of design thinking?

We have just the program for you …

By Kayla Linderman | Journalism Major, Class of '23
Kayla Linderman | Journalism Major, Class of '23
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Upgrade Your Career Questions to Keep the Conversation Going

Whenever a break in the semester rolls around, students are eager for a bit of relief from the routine of coursework, papers, and exams. One thing they may not look forward to is questions from well-intentioned family members and friends about post-graduation …

By Brittney Crawford
Brittney Crawford Program Manager, Digital Career Education Initiatives
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These Federal Agencies are Getting Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Right

Link to original article on Partnership for Public Service | Published July 19, 2022

On Wednesday, July 13, the Partnership for Public Service and Boston Consulting Group released the 2021 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government® rankings, the most …

By Lia Collen
Lia Collen
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How to Get a Job as a Social Media Manager

Not long ago, Vault spoke with Wendy Soucie, the global head of social media at motion and control technologies manufacturer Parker Hannifin. Soucie discussed with us how she became a social media manager, what the best and worst parts of her …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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How to Ask for a LinkedIn Recommendation (with Samples)

Are recommendations on LinkedIn important? It’s true that the final hiring decision will not be made based on what a past client or coworker says about you. But your goal is to grab the attention of a recruiter way earlier …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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How to succeed in your first virtual interview

No matter how many you’ve done, interviews are always daunting. This can be particularly difficult with your first interview or if you’ve not had one in a while. Preparation is key to succeeding. Everyone has different strategies to get in …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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What Are Technical Skills and How Should You Include Them On Your Resume? (Plus a List of Examples)

Whether or not you can do a job—and whether or not you can land that job—often depends on your technical skills. Technical skills are a subset of hard skills, which are the knowledge or abilities needed to perform specific tasks. …

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Want to get certified? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Ariel Gilbert-Knight, Continuing and Professional Education, The University of Arizona

If you are an experienced professional, earning an industry certification can help you move up in your current career. If you’re looking to change careers, an entry-level certification can …

By Lacey John
Lacey John
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3 Ways to Retain Essential Information During the Job Search

Organization is key when you’re on the job search, especially if you’re holding out for the right role and may be on the hunt for months. It’s easy to lose track of important details about job postings when you’re applying …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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