Top 5 Tips to Make the most out of LinkedIn this Summer

Whatever you are doing this summer (job, internship, volunteering, travel), you are probably meeting interesting people. Stay connected with your summer connections through LinkedIn. Here are 5 simple tips to keep in mind as you network on LinkedIn: 1. Connect with a purpose.  LinkedIn is a professional social network, not a personal social network.  Don’t …

World of Work: Anh-Thu Ngoc Lam ‘11, Christopher A. Walsh Laboratory, Boston Children's Hospital

Anh-Thu Ngoc Lam ‘11 Research Technician, Department of Genetics and Genomics Christopher A. Walsh Laboratory, Center for Life Science, Boston Children’s Hospital Major: Biochemistry and Spanish, Honors College Graduate Program: Human Genetics & Molecular Biology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (Fall 2014) How would you describe what you do on a typical day? Apart from …

Using the STAR Method in an Interview

Over the last few years, we’ve written various posts about the interview process and how to best prepare for such a daunting step within the job search. However, the one thing we haven’t discussed is the importance of learning and practicing the STAR method, so you’re probably asking yourself; what do we mean by the …

Your Own Job Search Syllabus

As the semester gets underway, assignments, class schedules and long-term projects get your attention.  One course you may not have realized you also have on your plate is Job/Career Prep 101.  It is always part of your load, even after graduation. Managing your career and taking advantage of opportunities continues throughout your life.  Make sure …

Introducing the Anna Whitcomb Internship Scholarship!

Exciting news! The UVM Career Center is happy to announce the Anna Whitcomb Internship Scholarship, a competitive award that will provide financial assistance to several UVM students so that they may each be able to accept an unpaid internship opportunity. Internships allow students to gain on-the-job experience and attain valuable skills that can launch them …

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