Duke’s alumni network is a key resource students can use when faced with any questions about choosing a major, looking for career advice, or doing more research about jobs within an industry. We highly recommend using the ‘Ask a Blue …
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Problem solving is a “soft skill” valued by just about every employer. And its importance will only grow in the future—the World Economic Forum predicts that by 2025 (and beyond), employers will increasingly seek out creative …
Ask questions of your contact
This is a great way to understand expectations, get organized, reduce potential anxiety, and make a good impression. Here’s a Medium article from DJ Chung, Duke undergrad alum who is current a Product Manager at …
Looking to engage with communities online as you search for a job or internship? Using Slack to engage with recruiters and hiring managers, especially in tech, is one approach to try! Slack allows for potential 1:1 communication and communication in …
When submitting online applications, many steps and questions come up. Here are a few tips to help your process.
Remember that while online applications are effective, they do have limitations. The article below is about one person’s experience attempting to …