You may have heard that looking for a job is a job in itself. Although it is unlikely that anyone is spending 40 hours a week or more on their job search, there is some truth in this statement. Looking for gainful employment can be tiring and hard. However, being proactive in your search can …
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#socialmedia and Careers: Developing Your Social Media Presence
Here in Career Services, we’ve been talking a lot about our online presence. Social Media has increasingly become a major force in today’s job market. Employers are using Twitter and Facebook to post open positions. Job seekers and long time professionals are connecting in special interest and industry specific groups on LinkedIn. Interviews are being …
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World of Work: Trevor Mullen, '96, Product Development Manager for SKLZ
Trevor Mullen, ’96 Product Development Manager for SKLZ Carlsbad, CA ww.sklz.com Major: History How would you describe what you do on a typical day to someone who is unfamiliar with your field? In short, I make functional equipment for people who play sports. What that really means on a day-to-day basis is that I work …
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World of Work: Catlin O'Neill '99, Deputy Director of Legislative Operations for House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi
Catlin will be the Keynote Speaker at the Washington D.C. Career Networking Night on June 6, 2011. Register online and learn more about the 30+ alumni networkers here. Catlin O’Neill ’99 Deputy Director of Legislative Operations for Office of the House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi Washington, D.C. Major: Sociology; Mass Communication & Culture How would …
World of Work: Jackie Madsen '85, VP of Sales for L'Oreal Paris Cosmetics
(Jackie Madsen ’85, second from left in blue) Jackie Madsen ‘85 Vice President of Sales, L’Oreal Paris Cosmetics 5th Avenue, New York, NY Major: Economics How would you describe what you do on a typical day? Each day is very different. While in the New York Office I spend days participating in meetings with …
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