Career Exploration

3 Better Ways to Start a Networking Email Than “Remember Me?”

I’m all about being upfront when you network. It’s helpful to be honest about why you’re reaching out (for example, you’re going through a job search or moving to a new city). It can combat nerves and help the process

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Students, are you career fair ready? If not, get ready!

Who’s your Top? Pick 5 to 10 companies you have interest in and learn more about them before the fair. Career centers knows which companies will attend the fairs – ask for the list.

Websites are your friend. Review company websites …

By Mark Broadfoot
Mark Broadfoot Recruiting Manager (University & Technical)
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What Is Human Resources Management?

With a projected growth rate of nine percent by 2024, human resources management is a rapidly growing field that offers candidates a variety of career opportunities from recruiting to people operations. If you’re considering becoming a human resources professional, you …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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What Does a Recruiter Do?

From understanding a company’s hiring goals to finding great candidates to fill those positions, recruiters play an important role in a company’s growth. If you’re considering becoming a recruiter, you might be wondering what you can expect from the position. …

By Lori Osborn
Lori Osborn Sr. Career Development Specialist
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How to Become a Recruiter

If you’re considering a career in recruiting, then you probably know that it’s a fast-paced industry focused on matching talented candidates with relevant job opportunities. The best way to ensure that you’re setting yourself up for success is by knowing …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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This Is How People Land Jobs That Are Never (Ever) Posted

By Erica Breuer

When I was a kid, we took a field trip to the planetarium every year, and our teacher would tell us: “The stars shine all the time, you just can’t see them during the day because the …

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Best Job Sites for 2016

By Alli Faust
Alli Faust Product Manager
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5 Questions Successful Job Searchers Always Ask Themselves

The annoying thing about the job search is that it can feel like a full-time job in and of itself—and that’s because it kind of is! A truly effective search takes time, focus, patience, and a lot of hard work …

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10 Things to Consider Before Accepting a Remote Job or Internship

It’s the ultimate dream for most Millennials: working from home. But is it for you?

When I tell people that I’ve spent the last year and a half working remotely, most get jealous. They imagine me calling into conference calls …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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3 Silly Mistakes Smart People Make After Submitting Their Application

In some ways, clicking the “submit” button and applying for a job is cathartic. You’ve put in a lot of hard work to spruce up your resume and cover letter, and frankly, you’re kind of over the whole thing. The …

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