Even though you may be thinking more about bundling up right now, this is the time to set the stage for your summer plans. Here are the steps you can take to be sure that you’re ready for a productive, experience-boosting summer: Keep your eyes open for opportunities. Postings for internships, research opportunities, and part-time jobs are all …
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Researching Employers
When we need a job, it can be tempting to accept an offer without knowing what we might really be getting into. Alluring job posts (sometimes arriving through social media and random emails) often look really attractive, promise a big financial return, or sound too good to be true. Sometimes, there are reasons to be …
Senior Series: 3 Tips to a Top Cover Letter
Admit it. You find a job posting that piques your interest, you get ready to submit your resume, and then you see it. “Cover Letter Required.” The excuses start forming in your head. “I don’t have time to write a cover letter. I don’t know what to say. They probably won’t even read it. Maybe …
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4 Reasons Why You Should Attend Career Center Workshops
By attending a workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to receive information from a trained Career Peer Mentor who will pay close attention to your needs and help you find the answers to your career related questions. Do you know what a tagline is for a LinkedIn profile and why it’s important? Should you use an …
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Studying Effectively for Your Finals
With the semester winding down and your final papers, projects, and exams on the horizon, the final push can seem daunting. This time of year also increases the temptation of late nights, massive coffee consumption, and hitting the pause button on your overall health. One strategy for minimizing these unhealthy habits is the Pomodoro Technique. …