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Writing a Resume: Getting Started

If you're applying for an internship or job, attending a networking event, or seeking a volunteer opportunity, chances are you'll need a resume. We'll walk you through the basics.

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Employer Information Sessions

On-Campus Recruiting is designed to provide students the opportunity to attend employer information sessions and participate in on-campus interviews. Information sessions are a great way for students to learn more about an organization and its opportunities, as well as network with Columbia...

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How to Prepare for Virtual and Phone Interviews

Virtual, phone, or pre-recorded interviews have advantages and disadvantages compared with in-person interviews. All of these types of interviews require additional preparation to ensure you will be successful. Preparations for All Types of Interviews...

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Negotiating 101

It is often unclear whether the salary you are being offered is negotiable or not. To develop a successful negotiation strategy, it is important to understand what it’s appropriate to ask for. How Much Time Do I Have to Evaluate an Offer? When you receive an offer, you should...

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What to Know Before You Go: Researching Organizations

Researching organizations in advance of a networking event or interview will help you stand out as a candidate.

Tools to Organize Your Job or Internship Search

The job search or internship search can include many moving parts, so it’s important to keep yourself organized throughout the process.

Career Fairs: How to Prepare and Engage with Employers

If you’re thinking about joining CCE’s upcoming Career Fairs, register on LionSHARE and check out the tips below for before, during and after the fair

CCE BY THE NUMBERS

95.4%

of surveyed students would recommend our Career Advising Sessions to a friend

3,073

students to date participated in our Funding Programs or Work Exemption Program

3,673

unique undergraduate attendees at last year’s events

203,613

jobs and internships were posted on LionSHARE last year

5,478

total 1 on 1 career counseling sessions last year

6,275

total attendance at our events last year

85

events, programs, and workshops sponsored by CCE last year

87.9%

of Columbia College and Columbia Engineering — Undergrad degree earners are employed or in grad school

1,029

employer events available to students last year

$95,425

average starting salary for working graduates of Columbia College, Columbia Engineering — Undergrad, and School of General Studies

3,151

unique individuals were seen last year in career advising appointments

93.8%

of surveyed students would recommend Quick Questions to a friend

95.4%

of surveyed students would recommend our Career Advising Sessions to a friend

3,073

students to date participated in our Funding Programs or Work Exemption Program

3,673

unique undergraduate attendees at last year’s events

203,613

jobs and internships were posted on LionSHARE last year

5,478

total 1 on 1 career counseling sessions last year

6,275

total attendance at our events last year

85

events, programs, and workshops sponsored by CCE last year

87.9%

of Columbia College and Columbia Engineering — Undergrad degree earners are employed or in grad school

1,029

employer events available to students last year

$95,425

average starting salary for working graduates of Columbia College, Columbia Engineering — Undergrad, and School of General Studies

3,151

unique individuals were seen last year in career advising appointments

93.8%

of surveyed students would recommend Quick Questions to a friend

95.4%

of surveyed students would recommend our Career Advising Sessions to a friend

3,073

students to date participated in our Funding Programs or Work Exemption Program

3,673

unique undergraduate attendees at last year’s events