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5 Tips for a Successful Summer Internship Experience

An internship is a great way to expand your knowledge and apply what you’ve learned during your studies. It’s also a great way to gain real-world experience, boost your resume, and strengthen your skill set. Below, you’ll find advice on …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Unlock the Power of Networking: How to Build Meaningful Connections

Building a strong professional network can be the key to unlocking valuable opportunities and advancing your career. The question is, where do you start?

For students and early-career professionals, there’s no better time than now to start forging meaningful connections. …

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Land your dream job and advance your career with expert advice.
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I don’t have an internship yet, and I’m kinda freaking out. -the 2023 edition!

Yes! It’s true! We know this is happening for many of you and hope that you’re working with a career coach to make your life and process easier.

Let’s look at some facts. Over the past three summers, this is …

By Cameo Hartz (she/her or they/them)
Cameo Hartz (she/her or they/them) Assistant Director, Engineering Master's Career Services & Professional Development
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Techniques and Expectations for Holiday Networking

note: This blog post originally appeared in 2021 and while many things have changed in 2 years, this advice and resource links remains timely and relevant.

December is a unique month for job seekers. It’s a season for vacations and …

By Cameo Hartz (she/her or they/them)
Cameo Hartz (she/her or they/them) Assistant Director, Engineering Master's Career Services & Professional Development
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How to Respond to “So, Tell Me About Yourself” in a Job Interview

Written by Joel Schwartzberg

Originally appeared in the August 12, 2019 of Harvard Business Review

Summary: The toughest job interview question may seem like a softball from the interviewer’s perspective: “So…tell me about yourself.” Nailing this question starts with realizing that your …

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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