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Beware of job scams

September 12, 2022 by Valerie Turner

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Warning signs of job scams

[Updated Monday, September 12th, 2022]. While the majority of job postings are legitimate, it’s important to realize that job scams exist and con artists are trying to steal job seekers’ money or identities. Many job scams are difficult to spot because they illegally use the names of legitimate companies. Job scams exist locally, nationally, and internationally. They appear in … [Read more...] about Beware of job scams

Filed Under: Handshake, Job Search Tagged With: Handshake, job scams, job search

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10 ways students can build a professional LinkedIn profile

April 15, 2021 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Alyssa Potempa, Career Center Graduate Student LinkedIn is a popular career-oriented social networking platform that is used widely across various industries by employers and job seekers. Not only do companies and organizations make job opportunities available through this site, but the platform also allows users to network professionally with people in numerous … [Read more...] about 10 ways students can build a professional LinkedIn profile

Filed Under: career readiness, Networking, Professionalism Tagged With: branding, LinkedIn, networking, Professionalism

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The résumé should tell your story

March 29, 2021 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Todd Euglow, Career Resources Specialist, Career Center Have you ever found yourself working on your résumé and thinking “What did I actually do in that last job?” or “Wow, just listing that I waited tables doesn’t sound impressive at all”? One of the biggest mistakes that job seekers make when updating their résumé is approaching the process without giving … [Read more...] about The résumé should tell your story

Filed Under: career readiness, Resume Tagged With: accomplishment statement, resume, Skills

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Job search resources for student veterans and alumni

February 25, 2021 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Mike Wood, Assistant Director–Career Counseling, Career Center As a rule, veterans tend to be highly self-sufficient and successful in many industries. With a "mission first" mindset, combined with traits such as self-discipline, leadership skills, self-motivation, and high ethical standards, veterans are well prepared to succeed in the workplace. Often the … [Read more...] about Job search resources for student veterans and alumni

Filed Under: career readiness, Job Search Tagged With: civilian workforce, military, resources, veterans

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What you need to know to prepare for the coming virtual career fairs

February 1, 2021 by Valerie Turner

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Written by Madison Vickers, Career Center Graduate Assistant The Career Fairs are coming, and you may be wondering what to expect since they are virtual this year. Have no fear, though. This article should ease your worries and give you exactly what you need to know to best prepare. Career fairs Business Career Fair Tuesday, February 9; 9 am – 1 pm Marketing, … [Read more...] about What you need to know to prepare for the coming virtual career fairs

Filed Under: Career fairs, careers, Handshake, Resume Tagged With: Handshake, virtual career fair, virtual interviewing

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