Job scams are on the rise, and while no one is immune to fraudulent recruitment scams, college students are often targeted. Scammers often claim to be recruiting for a legitimate employer and will advertise jobs where legitimate employers do—online, in newspapers, and even on TV and radio. The best way to protect yourself from being a victim of a job scam is to be aware of them … [Read more...] about Know the warning signs of job scams
Written by Amie Gant, Career Center Communication and Design Assistant, Bachelor of Science, Professional Writing. If you’re like most of us, the holidays are a time to slow down and take a good, long break from our hectic schedules. However, if you're currently searching for a job, you might consider letting the holiday season help you kick-start your job search. While … [Read more...] about Why December is a good time to job search
If you’re looking for a job in education, then don’t miss Education Day on Tuesday, April 7. An annual career fair for individuals seeking jobs in education, Education Day provides candidates the opportunity to meet with several school districts in one day. Many administrators also plan to conduct interviews during this event, so come prepared. EDUCATION DAY APRIL … [Read more...] about Looking for a Job in Education? Here are 10 Tips for EDUCATION DAY
Written by Todd Euglow, Career Resources Specialist In today’s economy it’s apparent that navigating the job market has become increasingly more difficult. This is due to a variety of reasons; however, a mistake that many college students make when entering the work force is jumping at the very first job opportunity that is offered to them or simply applying for jobs without … [Read more...] about If the Shoe Fits . . . Wear It! Finding the Right Job Begins with You.
Each episode of HGTV’s show, House Hunters International, shows an individual or entire family moving halfway across the world to some exotic destination. Sometimes this move is a dream-come-true, sometimes it’s stress inducing, but always it brings unexpected challenges. Many new college graduates will be relocating to begin new careers, and whether they’re moving to … [Read more...] about Considering Relocating to Another City? Preparation Is Key