Career Engagement Blog

One Day Experience, Lifetime Impact

September 21, 2018 | Susan Kaleita, Senior Director, Employer & Alumni Engagement

Career Advice, Networking

Do you like to look before you leap? Try before you buy? UA students do, too, but not just when it comes to buying a car or considering the newest technology. They’re looking for more information about a company, industry, or job role to help them make career decisions early on.

Find Your (Employer) Match on Handshake

July 10, 2018 | Jenn Ryan-Jauregui, Analyst, Business Process and Computer Applications

Job Search, Handshake

Common career advice that you’ve probably heard more than once: “Do your company research.”

From Blue Chip Leadership to a Professional Career: Lessons Learned

June 25, 2018 | Amanda Parkman, Coordinator, Leadership Programs

Career Advice, Student Success

When asked to share a foundational experience I had in my college career, Blue Chip Leadership Experience is one of the first things I share. Being involved in Blue Chip was not only an incredible experience during my college career but played an instrumental role in who I am as a professional.

Roadmap to Job Search Success with LinkedIn

June 13, 2018 | , Guest blog by the LinkedIn Careers Team

Job Search, LinkedIn

LinkedIn helps job-seekers navigate successful paths to their dream jobs through exploration tools and mentorship.

Learn Something New with LinkedIn

June 06, 2018 | , Guest blog by the LinkedIn Careers Team

LinkedIn is helping people discover and develop the skills they need through a personalized, data-driven learning experience.

Unleashing the Power of LinkedIn’s ProFinder

May 30, 2018 | , Guest blog by the LinkedIn Careers Team

Interested in entrepreneurship? LinkedIn ProFinder connects top quality freelance or independent professionals with new clients and leads.

Find Your Earning Potential with LinkedIn Salary

May 23, 2018 | , Guest blog by the LinkedIn Careers Team

Overview

LinkedIn Jobs: It’s Not What You Know, It’s Who You Know

May 18, 2018 | , Guest blog by the LinkedIn Careers Team

Job Search, LinkedIn

Your soon-to-be awarded degree is likely a requirement for your dream job. But what is going to set you apart from everyone else who just graduated college with the same qualification? Your network!

10 Tips to Prepare Yourself for a Job After College

April 24, 2018 | Chris Rosales, Career Educator

Career Advice, Job Search, Student Success

You’ve accepted a job offer—awesome! Now what? Starting a job can be nerve-wracking, but there are always ways to prepare and curb those nerves. Here are 10 things you can do as you prepare to enter the workforce:

Boost Your Resume: Gain Experience

March 26, 2018 | Sarah Seavey, Career Educator

Career Advice, Job Search, Resume

Today’s job market is advancing at a vast rate. Now more than ever employers are searching for specific skills and qualifications to fill their positions with the best possible candidates. What qualifies someone as the best candidate?