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Level Up Your Resume: Utilize AI for Optimization

Posted on January 12, 2026

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Part 3 of our series addresses ways to utilize AI tools to optimize your resume and job search strategy. AI has become one of the most powerful tools available to early-career professionals. When used thoughtfully, it can help you create a resume that is tailored, polished, and strate …

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Level Up Your Resume: Lead with Impact and Clarity

Posted on December 29, 2025

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Part 2 of our series covers creating a resume that’s easy to scan and impossible to ignore. A strong resume isn’t just a list of jobs you’ve held. It’s a story of the impact you’ve made. As an early-career professional or recent graduate, the key is to showcase your value clearly, qui …

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Level Up Your Resume: Smart Strategies for Early-Career Success

Posted on December 16, 2025

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Whether through internships, part-time/flexible jobs, volunteer work, or campus leadership roles, as you begin your career journey, your resume becomes one of the most important tools you have. This three-part series will walk you through practical and repeatable ways to make your res …

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College Lessons That Will Boost Your Job Search

Posted on December 1, 2025

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Of course, all those hours spent in lectures and studying for finals matter when it comes to landing your first professional job. But some of the best lessons you’ll use in the real world didn’t come from a textbook. They came from living the college experience.

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5 Simple Ways to Show Gratitude During Your Job Search

Posted on November 3, 2025

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Each year about this time, we naturally start thinking about gratitude. Saying "thank you" isn’t just for the holidays. If you’re on the hunt for a job, showing appreciation can give you a real edge.

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Thinking About Entrepreneurship? Here Are Some Considerations

Posted on October 15, 2025

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If you’ve ever dreamed of building something from the ground up, you’re not alone. For many graduates and alumni, entrepreneurship is more than just a career option. It’s a chance to turn big ideas into real impact. But before you dive headfirst into starting a business, let’s break d …

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5 Creative Ways to Engage Students with Career Services

Posted on October 2, 2025

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As has been documented many times in NACE survey research, fewer than half of students actually visit the career center, even though the ones who do find career services to be super helpful. Some don’t realize these services exist. Others don’t know they’re free. And for online or par …

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How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Find the Job You Really Want

Posted on August 14, 2025

Portrait of young businesspeople with laptop It’s easy to stick with what you know. Applying for the same types of jobs with familiar responsibilities feels safe. After all, employers want candidates with direct experience, right? Yes, but limiting your search to roles you’ve already …

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AI Isn’t Just for Techies Anymore — Here’s How to Keep Up

Posted on July 23, 2025

There was a time when artificial intelligence (AI) was the domain of software engineers and data scientists. Not anymore. Today, AI is influencing every industry and every role, from HR and education to marketing, healthcare, and finance. Even if you don’t have “technical” in your job …

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The Changing Nature of Work

Posted on June 5, 2025

Change is the constant in today’s work landscape. What does this reality mean for individuals and early career professionals? A four-year degree alone is no longer enough to succeed; the days of learning a single skill set and relying on it for a lifetime are past. Embracing the conce …

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