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3 Times You Actually Should Reach Out to the Company Before Applying

For someone who currently makes a career out of giving people job search advice, I’ve made some pretty dumb mistakes. Take, for instance, the time I was convinced I’d found the perfect position for me and was so desperate to …

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The Ten Keys to Success at Job and Career Fairs

by Randall S. Hansen, Ph.D.

There are many types of job and career fairs — from ones scheduled on campus for college students to industry-specific ones for professionals — but they all have one common theme: it’s a chance for a company …

By Nicole Faulstich
Nicole Faulstich Assistant Director of Employer Relations
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Timing Is Everything: When to Do an Internship

Back in the day, most college students didn’t start thinking seriously about their career and finding a job until their graduation date was in clear sight. If you apply this strategy today, you are already behind in terms of launching …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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10 Job Search Tips for International Students for 2017

by Derek Loosvelt | January 30, 2017 via Vault.com

As 2017 began and a new administration took over in Washington, D.C., many international students were understandably anxious about their job prospects. Then, this past Friday, President Trump’s executive order on immigration …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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Don’t Do It: 7 People You Should Never Put on Your Reference List

I’ll never forget the first time I conducted a reference check that went south. At the time, I recruited and supervised volunteers for a nonprofit organization. I naively assumed this part of the process was just a matter of dotting …

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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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How to Write a Resume: The Basics

Whether you’re searching for an internship or an entry-level position, the first step to finding a great job is having a strong resume. How can you ensure that your resume is both effective and professional? By highlighting relevant skills and …

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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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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Invaluable Lessons I’ve Learned From 5 Top Talents on Social Media

 

By Troy Hopkins
Troy Hopkins Director, Undergraduate Career Counseling
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3 Interview Mistakes Smart People Make When They Try to Wing It

I’ve made no secret of the fact that I have a big mouth. And while you might think that I’d reign it in a bit for a big interview, the fact remains that when I get talking, I can’t help …

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