Veteran Careers: Overcoming Cultural Barriers in the Civilian World
“I had never considered what someone in uniform goes through as they transition out of the military into a civilian career. I had no military connection myself. But I saw it as an opportunity to take what I was doing …
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 …
A student’s research story: Jennifer Marie Kirchmeier!
Over four months ago, I had the opportunity to attend and present at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) in Long Beach, California. 4,300 people gathered for a common purpose: to celebrate STEM fields and Course-Based Undergraduate Research. The …
Emailing Faculty About Research Opportunities (Example Included)
For many students looking to get into research, one way of finding opportunities and getting involved is to email faculty directly. By emailing a faculty member about your interest in research, you can share more information about yourself, why you’re …
A Day in the Life: English Teacher and Coordinator of Student Activities
I have a BA in Drama, Theatre and Dance from Queens College. I also have an MA in English Literature and an MSec Ed English Grades 7–12, both from Queens College as well. (Can you tell that I loved the …
4 Ways International Students Can Gain U.S. Work Experience with F-1 Visas
If you're an international student who wants to work in the U.S. after graduation, you need to maximize every opportunity you have to gain work experience before you graduate. The reason is, in the end, U.S. employers are most impressed …
