Welcome to Vermont and UVM. The time has come to get involved in your college experience and get to work. Many students will be looking for jobs and internships in the coming months and hanging out* with other student or community members can help you gain job skills. IMPROVE COMMUNICATION: When you join a club …
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Congrats on making it to the Spring Job Fair and completing another task on your 4 Year Plan for Career Success! Before putting it all behind you, take a few moments to make the most of your efforts thus far. Get organized. You likely have a handful of notes, fliers, papers, and business cards …
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Why should Senior and Graduate students attend? Make connections to employers so you are on their radar for next spring or next year. Many employers will keep your resume & remember you when there are openings later. Some deadlines are soon, and it helps to know/prepare for what will be offered in the future. Pick …
Chapter 1: Finding Focus I entered college knowing exactly what I thought I wanted to study. Like many, I left college pursuing a very different path and preparing for a very different career than I had imagined. Subsequently, I earned a professional degree from UVM (a M.Ed.) and was on track for a career in …
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What is a mentor, and why is it important? A mentor is someone who is can share their career experiences and insights with you. Mentors are usually people who are farther along in their career paths, and can help guide you in workplace dynamics, industry nuances, or your job/graduate school search. Mentorship is often an …