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4 Important Tips for Using Social Media for Job Hunts

Posted on November 28, 2022

Social media isn’t just for keeping up with friends and watching funny videos. It can also help you find new opportunities and impress future employers! Check out this article to learn about strategies you can …

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Podcast: What Do People Do All Day?

Posted on March 30, 2022

What Do People Do All Day? is a podcast for college students and recent graduates who are figuring out what they want to do professionally. Host Sara Seymour, a 2018 Yale graduate, conducts interviews with …

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The Pandemic Made Internships Hypercompetitive

Posted on August 26, 2021

The world of internships has changed quite a bit since the start of the pandemic. Read on for examples of how college students across the country adapted and made the most of their experiences over …

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Career Advice for College Students Navigating the New Normal

Posted on February 5, 2021

You don’t need to be on campus to explore careers and build skills. Check out these tips for taking a proactive approach to your career development, regardless of where you are physically located.

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Born to the Internet, Grew up Fast in a Pandemic

Posted on December 2, 2020

While many in-person student jobs on hold because of the pandemic, some students have turned to online entrepreneurship to help pay the bills and get real-world work experience.

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Job Hunting Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic: How to Network…From Your Couch Screen reader support enabled.

Posted on November 10, 2020

You’ve probably heard about the benefits of networking to explore careers and find job and internship opportunities. Here are some tips on how to build and maintain these important connections in the virtual world.

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How the Lessons, Skills, and Values You Develop in College (and Maybe Even High School) Prepare You for the Job Market

Posted on October 5, 2020

Put your “all” into school to transform yourself from an inexperienced teenager to a sought-after college graduate and prospective employee.

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Honest Career Advice for Students who Think They Need a Master Plan for Life

Posted on October 2, 2020

Expect the unexpected. Create opportunities. And don’t believe the myth of the perfect job.

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15 Essential Tips for College Students Preparing For Their Future Careers

Posted on September 3, 2020

Looking for ways to explore careers and build important skills? Read on for 15 tips from top business and career coaches.

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What do you do when your internship is canceled? College students need to get creative and adapt this summer

Posted on July 7, 2020

Was your summer opportunity impacted by COVID-19? There are still plenty of ways to explore your career interests and gain experience.

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