The Duke Career Center is excited to announce Spark Your Career 2026, which will take place on Friday, January 30th, 2026.
*Headshots from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Career Center (036 Bryan Center)
Start your Spring Semester off …
Are you inspired by the idea of caring for children, families, and communities? Turn your passion for pediatrics and family medicine into purpose with hands-on experiences that bring health care learning to life. Duke University Health Professions Advising and the …
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By Sarah Hernholm, Contributor, Forbes|Article originally appeared on Forbes.com on January 13, 2026
For years, the student resume followed a predictable formula: GPA, leadership titles, volunteer hours, maybe a part-time job. Those details still matter, but in 2026, a student’s …
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Looking for ways to strengthen your skills through completing real-world projects? Forage offers opportunities to upskill through free, self-paced job simulations that employers post. You can experience what it is like to work in fields such as software engineering, data science, product marketing, and more. It is a great way for you to upskill while exploring options and getting noticed by companies.
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This blog was originally published on Interstride.
The U.S. government is changing how H-1B visas are selected. Instead of a purely random lottery, future H-1B selections will prioritize higher wage roles. This change is intended to favor more specialized and …
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Memo to job-hunting college grads: It pays to take your search to cities just beyond America’s biggest metro areas.
In one of the toughest markets for entry-level jobs in years, several second-tier cities—including Raleigh, N.C.—rise above the pack for their …
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Originally appeared as post on LinkedIn by Shawn VanDerziel, President & CEO of the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE)
There’s no shortage of speculation or hype about AI’s impact on early career talent. So we went straight to …
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By: Vicki Salemi, Career Expert with Monster
When the semester kicks into high gear as the holidays are right around the corner, it’s important to be consistent in your job search efforts whether you’re looking for an internship or a …
Now in its second year, the Summer Experience Survey (SES) continues to provide valuable insight into how Duke students secure their summer opportunities, from when offers arrive to the types of experiences they pursue. Building on last year’s pilot launch, …
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Currently, musicians have more opportunities than ever to work remotely in a variety of roles. In this article, we will explore the top 10 remote music jobs that are reshaping how music professionals build their careers.
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When you’re early in your career, it can feel like you’re shouting into a crowded room, hoping someone will hear your voice above the noise. The reality is that most employers are looking for potential more than polish. They don’t …
