10 Must-Reads Before Starting Your First Job

Reposted from The Muse, 6/19/2020

We’re not going to lie: Starting your first job is like nothing else you’ll ever experience.

Even if you held down a full-time internship in college, there’s something about being at that office every day—and …

By Leigh Ann Waring (she/her)
Leigh Ann Waring (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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From student to staff: How to navigate the transition into the workforce after college — and embrace the uncertainty of what’s to come

Posted by Gianna Prudente, Early Career Development Editor at LinkedIn, on LinkedIn on July 27, 2022

This fall, many recent graduates will begin their first full-time jobs if they haven’t done so already. It’s a milestone that marks the start …

By Leigh Ann Waring (she/her)
Leigh Ann Waring (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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9 Tips for Your Summer Internship

Published on Hispanic Engineer and Information Technology on June 25, 2020

So, you’ve finally landed a summer internship, congratulations! Here are some tips to help you make the most of this great opportunity.

Define your Goals – Before you start your …

By Leigh Ann Waring (she/her)
Leigh Ann Waring (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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How Can I Advance My Career as a Latino Professional?

Posted by José Piñero on LinkedIn on June 13, 2023

Career Advice for Latino Professionals: Key Strategies for Success

Many Latino professionals in the United States often ask, “How can I advance my career?” The professional world can be challenging …

By Leigh Ann Waring (she/her)
Leigh Ann Waring (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Legendary Latinx Entrepreneurs

Originally posted by Investopedia on Sept. 30, 2024 by By Kiara Taylor

From groundbreaking innovations to thriving businesses, Latinx entrepreneurs have made indelible marks on the global business landscape. Despite facing unique challenges, they have demonstrated resilience, creativity, and tenacity …

By Leigh Ann Waring (she/her)
Leigh Ann Waring (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Are you a current student or young professional on the road to professional achievement …

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