I was a first-generation college student, and while I’ve held numerous jobs over the past decade, the struggles that began in college still have a lasting effect on me today. Unfortunately, many of the issues we first-generation college students (or first-gens) face during college or university don’t stop after graduation. Being a first-gen in the …
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Your resume is where you get to show employers all you’ve done and can do, including work experience, education, internships, volunteering, certifications and awards, and your skills. Understanding the right job skills for a resume requires a mix of pulling out your strengths, what the role requires, and what else you think the employer is …
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If you’re trying to figure out what career is right for you, it can be hard to know where to start — especially if you don’t know much about different careers. You not only need to consider your skills, interests, passions, preferred work environments, and life goals (to name a few), but also understand what …
If you’re on the job search, you might feel like it’s you and your resume against the world (or at least the ATS). But don’t worry — it doesn’t have to be that way! We rounded up 85 of the best job search sites in 2024 to help you on your journey to find a job. …
If you’re saying, “I don’t know what to do with my life,” you’re far from alone. Honestly, I’m still trying to figure it out. There are things I know I love to do, people I love working with, and projects I love working on, but there are so many careers and jobs out there that …
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Going to college is exciting, yet choosing a major can feel stressful. The best major for you is a mix of interests, skills, topics you like, and what sets you up best to get the kind of role you’ll eventually want. If you’re wondering, “What should I go to college for?” here’s your ultimate quiz …
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We’ve all heard that if we love what we do, we won’t feel like we’ve worked a day in our lives. But how can you figure out what career you might love if you don’t know your passion? If you’re stuck wondering, “What is my passion?” we’ve designed a low-stress, free way to help you …
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We often equate school with learning — so once we’ve graduated, we’re done, right? While we may not return to lectures and discussion groups, learning is far from over the second we leave high school or college. Embracing lifelong learning, or the concept of ongoing learning, can help you grab the attention of employers, get …
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So, you know you want to go into technology. Maybe you were the kid who always took things apart just to see how they worked, or maybe you’re the whiz who always helps their grandparents figure out how to use their computer. You have an appetite for innovation and technical skills, but you’re wondering: what …
If you’re a teen stressing about your career, you’re not alone. Job search anxiety is creeping up much earlier than it used to and, unfortunately, for good reason. If you’re looking to land a job in a competitive industry after college, sometimes that means you need to apply to pre-internship or internship programs during your …
