This past year, mint.com, a financial planning website, conducted a survey and created an infographic called, “Wage Wars: How Men & Women Negotiate Salaries.” Through their survey they found that 37% of men and only 26% of women negotiate their starting salary after landing a new position. Not only is there a gender gap, but …
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Savvy Seniors: Start "Relationship Building" Today!
Alumnae Alyson Welch shares her networking experience and advice What role has networking played in your career exploration and job search? Networking has played a huge role in my professional development. Four years ago, I moved to Madrid, Spain and had no idea what I was going to do. After a few months, I found …
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Is the Job Fair for YOU?
Yes! Most people know that a Job Fair is for people seeking jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. Did you know it is also for those who want to get ideas, explore options and gather information? You don’t have to be actively searching for specific job to attend. A key part of the career journey is …
World of Work: Allie Schwartz ’11, LinkedIn
Allie Schwartz ‘11 Relationship Management Specialist LinkedIn New York, NY Major: Community Entrepreneurship www.linkedin.com/in/allieschwartz How would you describe what you do on a typical day? I build and maintain relationships with our clients. I help ensure our clients see success from our tools and I am constantly in contact with them. I support a team …
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8 Reasons To Pursue an Internship
Wondering if you should go to the Internship Hop (I-Hop)? Here are eight reasons to check out the internship possibilities! 1.) Gain experience Not only is an internship a great experience to list on your resume, but it’s also a great opportunity to learn more about your chosen field. 2.) Test out a career field …