How to Make Progress on Job Preparation During the Holidays

By Val Matta on Dec 5, 2024 8:38:29 AM

It happens every year. Students are right on track with their job search, but then they go home for the holidays. They’re torn between family events, re-energizing, and catching up with their old friends. Then your job seekers return to school stressed out because they’ve fallen behin …

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How to Identify an Employer You Can Trust

By Val Matta on Oct 8, 2024 1:30:00 AM

Trust. A simple five-letter word that has the power to make or break any relationship in life. And we’re not just talking about personal connections — trust plays a significant role in the professional world, too. This Edelman Trust Barometer report found that 76% of employees trust t …

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3 Lessons From Your College Experience To Take Into Your Job Search

By CareerShift Blog on Aug 20, 2024 4:31:22 AM

While it’s important to round up all the lessons from your courses and major classes in preparation for job searching, it’s also crucial to think outside of the box. You’ve learned just as much — or maybe more — about the real world outside of the classroom. Now it’s time to take what …

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3 Ways to Highlight Your Career Interests in an Interview

By Val Matta on Jul 12, 2024 4:00:00 AM

Talking about future goals and career interests is a key component of almost every interview. But the questions“Tell me a little bit about why you want this position” and “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” regularly spark a sense of dread. Admitting that you’re only ther …

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How to Search for Job Satisfaction Instead of a Job

By Val Matta on May 1, 2024 1:30:00 AM

While it’s easy to hyper-focus on a position that fits your major, the qualifications needed, and the paycheck, there are still several other factors to consider when searching for a job. Overall job satisfaction is a critical factor to consider.

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Resume Writing: Tips and Tricks for Your Career Service Resource Library

By Val Matta on Apr 13, 2024 4:00:00 AM

Resumes serve as the gateway to career opportunities, making it essential for job seekers, especially college students, to craft compelling and effective resumes. Career service professionals play a crucial role in guiding students through this process. In this blog post, we will delv …

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Topics: Career Services

4 Practical Ways to Sharpen Your Online Interview Skills Before Graduation

By Val Matta on Mar 30, 2024 1:30:00 AM

Getting ready for graduation is an exciting time, but it can also add extra pressure to perform at the next level, especially when it comes to interviewing for your future career. Many job interviews and opportunities are also now conducted virtually. This means you have another job s …

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Entrepreneurship: Mapping a Development Path for Graduates and Alumni

By Val Matta on Jan 24, 2024 3:00:00 AM

The entrepreneurial journey is an exhilarating path that beckons to those with a spirit of innovation and a desire to create something extraordinary. For graduates and alumni, entrepreneurship offers a unique avenue for professional fulfillment and impact. It’s important for students …

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Bridging Futures: How Alumni Career Fairs Forge Connections and Open Doors

By Val Matta on Jan 17, 2024 3:00:00 AM

Career fairs have long been recognized as essential platforms for students to explore job opportunities, but their significance doesn’t fade after graduation. Alumni, too, benefit immensely from these events tailored to their unique needs and experiences. It’s important to fully reali …

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How to Make Progress on Job Preparation During the Holidays

It happens every year. Students are right on track with their job search, but then they go home for the holidays. They’re torn between family events, re-energizing, and catching up with their old friends. Then your job seekers return to school stressed out because they’ve fallen behind in their plan to land a job after graduation.

While it’s important for students to enjoy the holidays, if they don’t make time for the job search, they will miss out on great career opportunities. Luckily, with a little bit of forethought, they can find ways to incorporate their job search into the holidays. All it takes is a little guidance from a career services professional, like you.

Help your job seekers make the most of their break by showing them how they can participate in the holiday revelry while focusing on their careers. Here are three tips to keep your job seekers on track during this busy time of year:

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How to Identify an Employer You Can Trust

Trust. A simple five-letter word that has the power to make or break any relationship in life. And we’re not just talking about personal connections — trust plays a significant role in the professional world, too.

This Edelman Trust Barometer report found that 76% of employees trust their employers. As a job seeker, you want to become part of that 76% — but how? It’s hard to know if you can trust a company before you’re actively employed.

Here are four tactics you can use during your job search to sleuth out whether each prospective employer is truly trustworthy:

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3 Lessons From Your College Experience To Take Into Your Job Search

While it’s important to round up all the lessons from your courses and major classes in preparation for job searching, it’s also crucial to think outside of the box. You’ve learned just as much — or maybe more — about the real world outside of the classroom.

Now it’s time to take what you’ve learned and start applying it to find your dream job. Here are three lessons every college graduate needs to take into their job search:

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3 Ways to Highlight Your Career Interests in an Interview

Talking about future goals and career interests is a key component of almost every interview. But the questions“Tell me a little bit about why you want this position” and “Where do you see yourself five years from now?” regularly spark a sense of dread. 

Admitting that you’re only there because you need money or because your school requires you to have an internship is honest but uninspiring. It is never wise to lie in an interview, but blatantly stating that you don’t care about what this organization does or stands for isn’t a great alternative. 

Fortunately, there is another option for answering this question that communicates interest without lying. And that’s by explaining what you hope to gain in this role that would, ultimately, connect to your career interests. It doesn’t have to be an exact match to your long-term goals to teach you the skills you’ll need for that future. 

Use these three tips to portray those career interests in a positive light: 

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Resume Writing: Tips and Tricks for Your Career Service Resource Library

Resumes serve as the gateway to career opportunities, making it essential for job seekers, especially college students, to craft compelling and effective resumes. Career service professionals play a crucial role in guiding students through this process. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of resume writing, offering detailed insights, industry-specific tips, and best practices. 

These guidelines are tailored to assist career service professionals in creating templates and resources that empower college students on their job-seeking journey.

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4 Practical Ways to Sharpen Your Online Interview Skills Before Graduation

Getting ready for graduation is an exciting time, but it can also add extra pressure to perform at the next level, especially when it comes to interviewing for your future career. Many job interviews and opportunities are also now conducted virtually. This means you have another job search skill to pick up or sharpen. 

Here are a few ways you can apply everyday experiences as a student to your online interviews skills to become a better interviewee before graduation:  

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Entrepreneurship: Mapping a Development Path for Graduates and Alumni

The entrepreneurial journey is an exhilarating path that beckons to those with a spirit of innovation and a desire to create something extraordinary. For graduates and alumni, entrepreneurship offers a unique avenue for professional fulfillment and impact. 

It’s important for students and alumni to understand the world of entrepreneurship, weighing its pros and cons. The career center is an invaluable tool for outlining crucial factors to consider, and providing valuable resources for aspiring entrepreneurs. Let’s navigate the terrain of entrepreneurial development and uncover the keys to success for graduates and alumni.

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Bridging Futures: How Alumni Career Fairs Forge Connections and Open Doors

Career fairs have long been recognized as essential platforms for students to explore job opportunities, but their significance doesn’t fade after graduation. Alumni, too, benefit immensely from these events tailored to their unique needs and experiences. 

It’s important to fully realize the potential of Alumni Career Fairs – events meticulously designed to connect graduates with employers, provide networking opportunities, and open doors to a plethora of job prospects. Let’s dive into how these fairs play a pivotal role in shaping the professional trajectories of alumni.

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