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10 essential skills you’ll need for career success

April 17, 2019

Many career skills will come from your academic experience, and others you'll develop through internships and research projects. Read the top 10 desirable skills employers look for in candidates.

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Why you are a great salary negotiator

April 9, 2019

Salary negotiation is always part of accepting a job. Here are a few reasons why, as graduate students, you are fully equipped for this process.

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Your internship checklist

April 8, 2019

Most employers say they are more likely to hire a student who has previous internship experience. So, how do you find the right experience for you? Get a few tips from Career Services.

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4 keys to unlocking creativity from Google’s brand strategist

March 6, 2019

Abigail Posner, head of strategy for Google’s Brand Unit, shared her top tips for unlocking creativity in a talk Tuesday in Macky Auditorium.

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Boost your skills with Lynda

March 6, 2019

In the new performance cycle, consider setting learning objectives with the help of Lynda.com—the perfect place for video tutorials on everything from time management fundamentals to project management foundations.

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5 steps for branding yourself online

March 6, 2019

If you Googled yourself, what would you want to show up? Here are five tips on how to brand yourself and control what information employers find about you.

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How to interview like a professional for non-academic and academic careers

March 4, 2019

As a graduate student, you enter interviews with unique skills and experience that can help you excel in conversations with potential employers. Learn how to not just show up but to stand out during an interview.

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7 ways to prepare for an interview

Feb. 25, 2019

By the time you get to an interview, the employer has already decided that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. It is your chance to really highlight your experiences, personality and potential.

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Staff career development program launches with workshops, career advising

Feb. 15, 2019

Interested in furthering your career? Try this new program providing individual advising and professional development on topics ranging from career exploration to job search strategies.

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Tips for counteracting employment stereotypes about your advanced degree

Feb. 5, 2019

There are some stereotypes that employers may believe about graduate degree holders, but you can help counteract those stereotypes through your application documents and your interview.

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