Spring semester of my senior year – stressed out and exhausted, I was bogged down with papers, exams, projects, presentations, work and extracurricular commitments. On top of that, I hadn’t yet secured a job for after graduation. Everything was still up in the air and the next several months were filled with uncertainty. In April, …
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Write a thank you note. Why? A prompt and sincere note of thanks helps you stand out among the hundreds of other people the employer met at the fair. It demonstrates that you’re sincerely interested and motivated about their company, it demonstrates your writing skills and it can make you more memorable than any other …
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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 …
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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Drafting a resume can be daunting, but if you’re not going to take the time to do it well, don’t bother at all. Competition is tough out there, so get it right. Here are a few things to consider: Limit the experience you include Only include the most relevant work experience, the stuff that pertains …
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