As you continue to expand and deepen your network during this time, your messaging might change slightly. That’s all right. While you will still want to make sure that your message is authentic, clear, and concise, now it’s even more important to remember to first connect on a human level. Keep in mind that the current situation has impacted us all. We recommend acknowledging this before asking to set up a virtual call.
Wondering how to kickstart your networking? One strategy is to build or expand your professional network by connecting with Columbia alumni. Alumni can be resources for information about preparation for career paths, industry trends, and the cultures of organizations. Networking with alumni can...
On February 8, 2023, the Center for Career Education (CCE) invited undergraduate students and recent alumni interested in careers in social impact, government, non-profit, education and more to participate in the 2023 Impact + Policy Showcase ! Representatives from FEMA , Partners for Justice ,...
On February 15, 2023, the Center for Career Education (CCE) held its Creative Industries Showcase, an exploratory event that connected employers with students and alumni interested in careers within the industries like the Arts, Media, Communications, Publishing, Fashion, and Design. More than 70...
On January 31, 2023, the Center for Career Education (CCE) welcomed 15 employers from a range of industries to speak to more than 106 Columbia undergraduate students about how their organizations are prioritizing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in 2023. Six panelists from KPMG...
Learn how to connect with employers and ask them your questions about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace at our Diversity Recruiting Showcase !
Application season is almost here! If you are planning to apply to consulting jobs or internships for summer 2024, you’ll find useful recruiting timelines, guidance for preparing and helpful tips for interviewing below.
No matter what you’re thinking about for life after graduation, the Center for Career Education (CCE) is here to help ease the transition. Here’s a roundup of key resources for recent graduates.
Our Employer & Alumni Relations team has been connecting with our employer partners and wanted to share some updates regarding the recruiting cycle for 2022-2023. The 2022-2023 recruiting cycle will take place primarily between early Spring 2022 through early Fall 2022. Companies will be looking for interns and full-time hires for Summer 2023 start dates this cycle.
On October 12th, students and alumni gathered virtually for the Center for Career Education’s annual LGBTQ+ Alumni Panel and Networking Event, this year titled Queer Career Connections. The theme of the discussion was navigating one’s identities in the job search process and evaluating the LGBTQ+...
How to Apply Humanities Mindsets to Your Career Development By Sarah Goldberg, Undergraduate Career Development We’ve talked in previous posts about how to leverage humanities skills like close reading and persuasion in your job search. A session I attended at the Modern Language Association...
Preparing for consulting interviews? Your peers are here to help! For an update to our consulting interview tips, we reached out to some experts—students who have successfully gone through the process.
In our last financial services-related post we shared what you needed to know in getting started to understand the recruiting landscape and the timeline for 2021 opportunities. We write now to share the latest updates for the upcoming 2022 recruiting cycle.
Be SMART to set and achieve your career goals As summer approaches and you consider your options, we are here to help you map out ways to be strategic with your time over summer break. Whether you plan to use this time to build your network, develop your skillset, explore career pathways, or build...
