Strengthen Your Application with a Standout Cover Letter

A well-written cover letter can be the difference between getting noticed and getting overlooked. While your resume highlights your experiences, a cover letter gives you the space to explain why you’re interested in a role, how your skills connect to …

By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Services
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Explore Opportunities in Taiwan

Join the Career Center and Talent Taiwan to learn how to live and work in Taiwan!

Hosted by the Talent Taiwan Office and Duke University, this session will explore Taiwan’s culture, lifestyle, and what makes it an exciting place to …

By Hal Matthews (he/him)
Hal Matthews (he/him) Associate Director, Global Careers
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The 50 Most Common Venture Capital Interview Questions

The venture capital industry is often sought-after and difficult for most to break into. It’s incredibly competitive due to its high levels of competition and interesting work. Like investment banking and other financial industries, VC interviews are often divided into …

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Practice your public speaking skills with ARC’s voice lab!

The VOICE Lab is the Academic Resource Center’s (ARC) service to help Duke undergraduate students build confidence and skill in communication. Whether you’re preparing for a class presentation, a research talk, your thesis defense, an interview, or just want to get better at public speaking, …

By Hal Matthews (he/him)
Hal Matthews (he/him) Associate Director, Global Careers
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Majors are just One Piece to The Puzzle

In today’s flexible job market, college majors often overlap in the working world more than ever before. This phenomenon is a testament to the growing importance of interdisciplinary skills and adaptability. Students should not feel confined or restricted by their …

By Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His
Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His Career Specialist
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How to choose your OPT start date?

This article was originally published on Interstride. For more information on OPT, visit Duke Visa Services’ Website.

International students studying in the US do not automatically receive authorization to work off-campus, but Optional Practical Training (OPT) provides work authorization for …

By Hal Matthews (he/him)
Hal Matthews (he/him) Associate Director, Global Careers
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Top AI Tools for Music Production

We’ll discuss various AI tools that artists can use to enhance audio mixing, mastering, and sound design, enabling them to create music of professional quality. Will you use them as tools in your career, or shun them?

By Kai Kelley Jr. (he/him)
Kai Kelley Jr. (he/him) Assistant Director, Entertainment, Media & Arts Career Community
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Duke Bucket List

Raksha Doddabele is a Duke and Career Center Career Ambassador alum, during her senior year she wrote this great article sharing her Duke Bucket List, take a look and start exploring!

As a senior reflecting on my four years at …

By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Services
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Paid Experiences, Return Offers, and What Students Gained: Key Takeaways from the 2025 SES

Now in its second year, the Summer Experience Survey (SES) is helping the Duke Career Center better understand what students are doing over the summer and what those experiences lead to. Based on over 850 student responses, the 2025 SES …

By Marco Castillo
Marco Castillo
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Spring Break Career Trek to Atlanta. Apply Today!

Not sure what you want to do yet—or curious about how your interests might translate into a career? The Duke Career Center (in collaboration with Duke LIFE) invites first-year and sophomore students to step outside the classroom and into the …

By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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