Your End-of-Internship Checklist

If you’re spending your semester interning, you’re likely nearing the halfway point of your commitment and may already be focused on your next step.

However, before you start thinking about turning in your ID badge and packing up your pens, …

By Alexis Perrotta - Idealist Careers
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International Internships | Make Your Dream a Reality

Do you dream about traveling to far off lands? Do you want to be immersed in another culture? And do you want to build up your resume and network while doing it? Then an international internship might be for you.

By Samantha Fredrickson - Idealist Careers
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How to find the perfect job fit after college

Landing your first job after college might seem daunting, but making the right preparations can make the search
faster and more effective. More importantly, finding the right job can help you in many ways. Apart from having a
steady paycheck, …

By Josiah Kennedy - VidCruiter
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Tips for Creating an Effective Engineering Resume

It goes without saying that a great resume will help distinguish you from the multitude of other applicants out there. Engineering resumes can be particularly tricky, and demand in the industry is high, which makes a stand-out resume even more …

By Rob Porter - Firsthand
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Who’s Hiring? 11 Organizations Supporting Women and Girls

As we step into March, you may be considering how you can be part of the global effort to advance gender parity. That’s because this month is internationally-recognized as Gender Equality Month, during which time people everywhere are encouraged to …

By Jaxx Artz - Idealist Careers
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What Is an Informational Interview?

When it comes to choosing a career, there are plenty of ways to learn more about it before you take the next step. You can take classes, read about it, or even try a virtual work experience. One other excellent …

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What Is Company Culture (and Why Does It Matter)?

Considering that we spend approximately 40 hours out of every week on the job (that’s over 2,000 work hours a year!), working for a company with a healthy culture is essential. It helps you perform at your best and can …

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3 Remarkable Services College Alumni Can Access Through Career Services

Career counselors are an invaluable resource for guidance as you prepare to enter the workforce. As a college student, you have likely stopped in to pick up a few tips for your first college job interview or to grab an …

By Val Matta - CareerShift
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What Are SMART Goals? Template and Examples

Eighty percent of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. Setting big goals can be exciting, but it’s hard to follow through when reality hits. Finding success in achieving your goals starts at the beginning of the process when you set …

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How Can You Tell if An Employer Values Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace?

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace can feel like a buzz phrase, but in practice, it’s a way to make all employees feel supported and empowered to succeed at work. Some companies do the bare minimum and post pledges on …

By Zoe Kaplan - Forage
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