Setting Realistic Expectations for the Job Search to Prevent Burnout

The job search can feel like a big question mark when it comes to expectation-setting. How do you know when your expectations are in align with the reality of the job search? To help discern your expectation-setting, this article will walk through ways in which you can set realistic expectations during the job search in order to prevent burnout.

By Lauren Coury
Lauren Coury Career Advisor, Data, Technology, and Engineering
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Jobscan: Industries, Employers, and Job Titles from Year 1

Jobscan Premium allows Duke students to tailor their resume, get help drafting cover letters, track their job/internship search, and learn more about applicant tracking systems (ATS) used by companies where they are applying.

After one year of access to Jobscan, …

By Catherine Allen (she/her)
Catherine Allen (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Insights, Assessment and Technology
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Land your dream job: top job search strategies for international students

This article was originally published on Interstride. Visit Interstride for more resources!

Job searching as an international student comes with unique challenges—work authorization, visa sponsorship, and adapting to a new job market. It can feel overwhelming, but with a clear …

By Hal Matthews (he/him)
Hal Matthews (he/him) Associate Director, Global Careers
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Blog 4: Who’s Doing What? Breaking Down Experiences by Major and School Year

It’s one of the most common questions students ask:
“What are people in my major or year actually doing for the summer?”

Whether you’re trying to set expectations, get inspired, or feel reassured that there isn’t just one “right” way …

By Marco Castillo
Marco Castillo
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Ace Your Data Engineering Interview (2025 Guide)

Below, we discuss how to prepare for and ace data engineering interviews.

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About this guide:

Written by Thang Tran, a senior data engineer (ex-Amazon, Meta, and Apple) and Exponent interview coach.

Reviewed by Deeptaanshu Kumar, a VP of data …

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