Whether you are entry-level or an experienced professional, understanding recruiting processes, hiring timelines and how to prepare, are key when navigating the job search. We will help you take on your search from researching and planning, to preparing and negotiating.
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Getting a Job On Campus
There are two types of on-campus jobs: federal work-study jobs and casual jobs. Federal Work-Study jobs are only available to U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents who have a financial aid work-study allocation. Casual On-Campus jobs are open to any Columbia student, regardless of financial aid package or citizenship.
Gap Year Programs
A “gap year” is a common way that recent graduates gain practical experience, explore a new industry or personal interest, travel, and prepare for graduate school exams before going to graduate school.
Discrimination and Harassment in the Job Search and at Work
Columbia University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital status, partnership status, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military status, or any other legally protected status.
Doing Well by Doing Good: How to Land a Job in the Nonprofit Sector
Nonprofit careers are on the rise. Attracted to serving a social purpose or achieving “work-life balance,” more and more professionals are considering entering the sector after successful careers in the corporate world or straight out of undergraduate or...
How to Use LionSHARE FAQs
LionSHARE, powered by Handshake, is your hub for career connections and opportunities—exclusive to students and alumni served by the Center for Career Education (CCE).
Your Job or Internship Search Checklist
No two job or internship searches will look exactly alike. In creating your search strategy, you’ll want to build in time for research, planning, polishing your professional image, and relationship-building, in addition to applying, interviewing, and following up.
Identifying Fraudulent Job & Internship Postings
As you research opportunities and take part in interviews, be aware of fraudulent job postings or predatory employers.
Getting a Great Reference or Letter of Recommendation
During an application process for jobs, internships or graduate school, you may be asked for references or letters of recommendations. What exactly is a reference? Who should you ask? How do you ask? Here are some insights into securing yourself a strong reference or letter of recommendation.
5 Workplace Etiquette Tips Every Professional Should Know
Whether you are starting your first internship or have many years of professional experience under your belt, how you present yourself to others in the workplace matters.
Leadership Development & Rotational Programs
Leadership development and rotational programs provide you with in-depth experiences, ongoing mentorship, and targeted training across a range of business areas within a company. Companies usually use these types of programs to hire interns or post-graduates and train them through rotational...
Making the Transition into the Workplace
Congratulations! You’ve accepted a new job, but now what do you do?
Getting through the first few months in a new job post-graduation can be exciting but also can present some challenges. Check out the tips below for successfully navigating this new and...
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.
Understanding the Recruiting Process
Every organization has their own recruiting process and timeline. While finding out this information may seem daunting, doing a bit of targeted research will go a long way.
Finding a Job: The Employer Perspective
CCE regularly hears from employers who have interviewed Columbia students and alumni for positions at their organizations. We gather this feedback so that we can better inform and prepare you for interviews and the job search. In a Recent survey, Columbia...
6 Tips for Maintaining Balance During the Job Search
We know that balancing a job or internship search with the rest of your life can be a challenge. Try out these tips for finding balance in your search.
Participating in On-Campus Interviewing
On-Campus Interviews typically consists of employers who come to campus to conduct interviews with selected students.
In the Know
CCE On the Road in Chicago: What Columbia Undergraduates Should Know
This summer, CCE’s Karla Puga, Senior Associate Director of Alumni and Employer Relations, visited Chicago to learn more about career paths and opportunities in the Windy City. Read on for a blog post from Karla sharing her experiences and highlighting key takeaways.
CCE On the Road in D.C.: Employment Opportunities in the Nation's Capital
Washington, D.C. is a major hub for Columbians both for summer internships and post-graduation plans. Read on for insights we gained visiting with think tanks, research & advocacy organizations, and government offices, including employment opportunities and tips for applying.
CCE On The Road In Seattle: Exploring Career Opportunities in the Pacific Northwest
This summer, CCE’s Employer & Alumni Relations Team traveled coast to coast, visiting major cities to discover career opportunities for students. Jazmin Lesane traveled to Seattle, Washington, a hub of innovation, technology, and social impact! Read on for her key takeaways.
CCE On the Road in Atlanta: How to Break into Growing Industries
This summer, CCE’s Employer & Alumni Relations Team is hitting the road again to explore careers, industries, and employers across the country! First on the intinerary is Bianca Bryson’s trip to Atlanta, Georgia.
What You Need to Know for Consulting Recruiting: Summer 2025
Consulting application season is almost here! If you are planning to apply to jobs or internships for summer 2025 , you’ll find useful recruiting timelines, guidance for preparing, and helpful tips for interviewing below.
Careers in Tech: Recruiting Resources for Jobs and Internships
Are you interested in a career in tech? LionSHARE , powered by Handshake, is an online platform available exclusively to students and alumni served by the Center for Career Education (CCE) where you’ll find job postings, information sessions, and virtual and in-person recruiting events. However,...
The Essential Guide to Industry Recruiting Timelines: 2024-2025
Looking for a job or internship in the months ahead? Get prepared by learning about some common recruiting timelines for the many industries that recruit on campus. Our Employer & Alumni Relations Team has compiled some helpful overviews.
Employer Skills Design Your Next Steps Workshops
Last semester, the Center for Career Education partnered with employers across industries as part of CCE’s Design Your Next Steps workshop series, to help students gain practical skills for engagement with employers and alumni. Fall Employer Workshops: Consulting Case Study Workshop with OC&C...
CCE On The Road: Tech & Startups in Austin
This summer, Marissa Green (Associate Director of Employer and Alumni Relations) journeyed to Austin, Texas to meet with employers working in Tech, Startups and more!
Multi-Industry Recruiting Timelines (Summer 2024)
Whether you’re looking for an internship for Summer 2024 or planning ahead, it is important to be aware of what recruiting timelines look like across industries. Explore the drop-downs by industry below to find insights from our Employer & Alumni Relations Team on what you can expect in the...
3 Tips for Using LinkedIn and LionSHARE to Optimize your Job Search
While the job search is unique to each individual, tools like LinkedIn and LionSHARE optimize your job search — enabling you to find job or internship postings, research companies, engage with professionals in your field of interest and apply for relevant jobs.
3 Ways that the Financial Services Industry is Responding to the COVID-19 Crisis
By JOanna Bubilek , Assistant Director, Employer and Alumni Relations In the past months, the whole world has had to pause and adapt to the new circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. No country, industry, or person was left uneffected, and now more than ever, the word “resilience” matters...
Why It's Important to Understand, Develop, and Foster Your Professional Relationships
Relationships are essential, both in and out of work. Now more than ever the world is feeling the need for and the power of relationships. Understanding the relationships in your world of work is an important step towards being an effective worker. Each relationship that you have, has key aspects...
CCE On The Road: Exploring Opportunities in the Research Triangle in North Carolina
By PETE BRIDGE In November, we traveled to Durham and Raleigh, North Carolina to connect with employers from the biotech, startup, and healthcare spaces in the region. These conversations focused on the value of connecting to these organizations even though they aren’t located in the NYC area...
Employers Tell All: How to Ace On-Campus Interviews
Interested in participating in On-Campus Interviews? Great news! We wanted to share best practices and employer feedback for putting your best foot forward.