In the Know

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.

In case you missed it — here are our top takeaways from the Exploration October workshop “ What Employers Want you to Know! ”

Alumni share insight on interviewing and transitioning to the workplace as a first-generation and/or low-income student. CCE, First-In-Family Programs, the Academic Success Program, and FLIP co-sponsored a virtual alumni panel and networking event around telling your story as a FLI student. Alumni...

On October 29th, students and alumni gathered virtually for the Center for Career Education’s annual LGBTQ Alumni Panel and Networking Event, this year titled Networking From Home: LGBTQ+. The theme of the discussion was navigating the job search as an LGBTQ+ person.

CCE is here to support international students as you navigate your job search abroad.

Over the last few months, employers have increased their use of pre-screening tools like Hirevue and Pymetrics to get through their large application pools. These platforms have allowed employers to essentially replace some of the “in-person” interviewing steps they’ve depended on to narrow down their candidate selections. Interestingly enough, these tools can actually be used to the advantage of the individual who’s applying for these roles. As we’ve currently had to transition into this completely virtual space, employers are receiving more applicants and they’ve had to rely heavily on these tools.

By Sarah Goldberg, Undergraduate Career Development Back in March, one of my students, a senior, emailed me a meme her friends had shared with her, with the note that “it felt relevant.” You might have seen it, too: A stock-image photo of a generic Class of 2020 guy in a suit, the bemused look on...

Resources to help you launch as an entrepreneur As career counselors, we’re often asked about resources for students who want to start their own businesses or begin their entrepreneurship journey. Not every student yearns for a traditional, predesigned career path or job. Even after...

In the most recent Networking from Home, we turned our attention to virtual internships and explored some best practices with our employer partners. Joining us for this round was a mix of employers from our Virtual Internship Program as well as those who have experience working remotely. We were thrilled to welcome representatives from Caravan Studios, Fair & Just Prosecution, TechSoup, Walmart, and FanDuel.

Your internship or volunteer opportunity will help you narrow down which academic or professional fields you’re interested in, the types of work cultures that engage and challenge you, and the responsibilities you enjoy doing on the job.

Given the shifting labor market landscape, it can be a confusing time to navigate your job and internship search. During a recent discussion with our Employer and Alumni Relations (EAR) team at a Fridays for Your Future event, they shared what employers are saying about their current and future...

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...

By Andrew Knutson , AssiStant Director, Employer and Alumni Relations As an industry, consulting has continued to evolve over the last few months. Changes with clients have led to uncertainty in the field, as certain sectors have been heavily impacted by the coronavirus and face revenue loss...

Our most recent Networking from Home event highlighted the Consulting industry. For this iteration, we were joined by representatives from Bain & Company, CBPartners, Charles River Associates, Gemic, Kearney, Mars & Co. and OnPrem Solution Partners. Students listened and engaged with the professionals in both a large panel and individual breakout rooms. We covered a wide range of subjects throughout the afternoon and compiled a list of tips and takeaways from the event centered around skills, case interviews, and networking. Here are a few of the takeaways…

As you consider your options for gaining real-world experience, we have highlighted various types of opportunities for you to consider. These alternatives can help you to develop skills, build your network, explore careers, and expand your resume. Read on to explore how one or a combination of...