Interested in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science?
Are you interested in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science? Check out this great job board resource that shows you what types of research is being done out there: MetJobs.
5 Under 25 Is Here! Meet Dan Webb ’14 October 3rd
Click on the image above to expand. Remember to RSVP to the Career Center to reserve a spot at the small group lunch. Sign up via our Doodle for a one-on-one coaching session. Find out more about this year’s 5 Under 25 here!
5 Ways to Make a Better First Impression
by Marianne Stenger | September 13, 2017 Re-posted from Vault As summer comes to a close, many of us will be starting new jobs or working with new clients and colleagues. In order to make a good impression, it can help to understand how others perceive us and what we can do to improve the…
How to Turn Your Social Media Presence into a Full-Time Job
by Isabel Sperry | September 13, 2017 Re-posted from Vault Have you ever wondered how influencers turn a profit using social media? Taking artful photos for Instagram or creating YouTube videos may seem like just a fun hobby to you, but it can actually provide a significant income stream and even turn into a full-time job. Learn…
Looking for industry trends and advice?
Spotlight on Careers® is the premier career resource for liberal arts students! Search by industry or major to learn about industry-specific resources, or trends, and gain advice from liberal arts alumni in those fields. To access our subscription: username: spotlightkey Password: lacn18 Search fields like: Performing Arts, Film and Television, or Public Relations
Building Your Personal Brand
Building your personal brand is one of the most important keys to success. How do you come across to people you meet? What do people really see when they search your social media profiles? Find out now how to put your best foot forward! Watch this short video from Candid Career to learn more.
SuCCess Stories: Meet Jack Teter ’13!
This post is part of the Career Center’s bi-weekly roundup of alumni success stories. Check out Jack Teter’s story below, and find more SuCCess Stories here! 8 Questions with Jack Teter ‘13 Major: Religion Grad Year: 2013 Current Job Title, Organization: Research Director, Democrats for Education Reform What did you do after graduation? JT: I moved up…
SuCCess Stories: Meet Jo Jensen ’14!
This post is part of the Career Center’s bi-weekly roundup of alumni success stories. Check out Jo Jensen ’14’s story below, and find more SuCCess Stories here! A chat with Jo Jensen ’14 Major: Environmental Science Grad Year: 2014 Current Title, Organization: Ph.D. student in Ecology, Evolution and Environmental Biology at Columbia University As part…
ACCENTURE DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY, SEPT 8th at 4pm MT
Ellen Scully will be holding a resume drop on behalf of ACCENTURE for the Consulting Development Program (Formally called the Analyst Program) for PHOENIX, HOUSTON AND DENVER ONLY. For more information about Accenture, please visit https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/students-graduates DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY SEPT 8th at 4:00pm MT. You can find the Resume Drop at SUCCESS JOB ID: 21063…
This Just In: Senior Survey 2017
Curious where the newest class of CC alumni headed after graduation? Check out the 2017 Senior Survey. Click for the full story!
SuCCess Stories: Meet Olvia Chow ’08!
This post is part of the Career Center’s bi-weekly roundup of alumni success stories. Check out Olivia Chow ’08’s story below, and find more SuCCess Stories here! 8 Questions with Olivia Chow ‘08 Major: Political Science Grad Year: 2008 Current Job Title, Organization: Content Marketing Manager at finder.com What did you do after graduation?…
How to Find a Job You Love
How to Find a Job You Love by Isabel Sperry for Vault | August 29, 2017 With the start of the new school year brings the stress of lining up a job after graduation. Yet when you’re in college, it can be difficult to find any job opportunities at all—let alone identify those that would be a…
5 Essential Items to Bring to an Interview
Thanks for the tips Vault! If you’re out of interview shape, then you might want a refresher on what you need to bring to an interview. There’s nothing worse than arriving at an interview and realizing you forgot something essential. So, we’ve compiled 5 must-haves to bring with you to your next interview, to help…
The Career Center is Coming to Sophomore Conference!
Did you know that the Career Center is offering three sessions at Sophomore Conference this block break? Yep, it’s true. If you’re a sophomore, make sure to REGISTER for Sophomore Conference Cornerstone. The conference happens over first Block Break on Thursday, Sept. 21, 9am – 2pm. Our sessions are: Session One: Beyond Schmoozing: Why Networking Matters. Who you…
Wondering What to Do With That Liberal Arts Degree? We Have Some Ideas
From The Muse Whether you’ve already got a liberal arts degree or are just working on one, you’re probably already tired of hearing these eight little words: “What are you going to do with that?” English majors have heard it since the beginning of time. So have students of history, philosophy, sociology, linguistics, art, and even…
3 Global Industries Where Millennials Are in Demand
by Capitol Standard | August 14, 2017 Re-posted from Vault We’ve been called “lazy, entitled narcissists.” The “Me, Me, Me generation.” And the most tech-savvy generation thus far. And now, as older generations move toward retirement, we’re being seen as the future of global industry. Occupations like travel agents, agricultural workers, mail carriers, switchboard operators and more are just…
5 Steps to a Successful (And Not So Awkward) Informational Interview
Published August 11, 2017 By Michelle A. Riklan, Career Marketing Strategist ✯ Outplacement ✯ Executive Resume Writer Riklan Resources, LLC Reposted from LinkedIn Many applicants experience only the interviewee side of the job application process. They apply for a job, come to the interview, and answer some questions about their work and qualifications. They don’t experience what…
How to Master Effective Storytelling in Interviews
by Natalie Fisher | August 02, 2017 re-posted from Vault You feel nervous about your career stories, and the fact that you have to tell stories in interviews drives you bananas. You’re not sure whether your stories are even any good. You don’t know if what you did was even that special. For example: “What’s your GREATEST career accomplishment?”…
What Is ‘Grit’ and Why Do Employers Want You to Have It?
Grit isn’t just necessary for investment banking employers. Be prepared to show any potential employer your “firmness of mind or spirit : unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger.” by Derek Loosvelt | August 07, 2017 Re-posted from Vault Every year, Vault surveys thousands of investment banking professionals, asking them to tell us about life at their firms.…
10 Ways to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile in Under 5 Minutes
By Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES Re-posted from The Muse While LinkedIn can be an effective networking tool, it’s no easy task to distinguish yourself from the half a billion other users who are also trying to stand out. But just a few small improvements can have a big impact. Better yet: Just five minutes is enough time to take…
How to Prepare for a Skype Interview
Skype interviews are more and more becoming the norm (over phone interviews) for first round interviews. While you may have experience with Skype, use Facetime everyday, or prefer Google Hangouts, here are some tips to help you plan for your next interview situation… by Isabel Sperry | July 26, 2017 Re-posted from Vault While you probably have…
33 Interview Questions Wall Street Banks Are Asking (some could fit any industry)
reposted from Vault Careers | July 25, 2017 Each year, Vault surveys thousands of investment banking professionals, asking them to tell us about life at their firms. We ask about company culture, hours, compensation, overall job satisfaction, work/life balance, benefits, diversity, formal training, mentoring, business outlook, and more. Part of our survey focuses on interviews and,…
7 Tips for Preventing Your Ego from Killing Your Career
Humility… ahh… In the future, a giant ego will be a giant liability. The jobs that will be “safe” from being displaced by robots will involve higher-order cognitive and emotional skills that technology can’t replicate. These include critical thinking, innovation, creativity, and the ability to emotionally engage with others. All of which have one thing…
5 Things Every Recent College Graduate Needs to Know
by Caroline Schmidt | July 11, 2017 Re-posted from Vault If you’ve recently graduated from college and still don’t have a job, you may feel lost. The transition from college to the working world can be tough, as finding an entry-level job without real-world experience can prove quite challenging. With everyone competing for the same jobs, it’s…
This Trick Will Make Your Résumé Stand Out
Vault Careers | June 30, 2017 Re-posted from Vault Although it can be tempting to distinguish your résumé by making it visually different from others (using an unusual font or adding extra design elements), it’s best to stick to a traditional résumé format for most jobs. Visual discrepancies can actually work against you—unless you’re applying for…
Summer Hustle: Build Your Professional Skills This Summer!
A lot of young professionals talk about the importance of their side hustle. This summer, take some time to work on a summer hustle: building the professional skills that will help you find that job (or career!) you’d love. Summer Session and the Career Center are collaborating on three great events this summer to help…
Story + Skills: The Formula That’ll Make it Quick and Easy to Write Your Next Cover Letter
A great cover letter should do several things. First, it should make a fantastic first impression—and fast. After all, this is often the very first interaction you’ll have with the person reading your job application. Secondly, you’ll want to make it clear why you’re applying to this job, not any other one you found on…
Making the Most of the Second Half of your Internship
By Karim Abouelnaga. Reposted from Forbes. By now, many of you are probably halfway through your summer internships. You know people’s names and you are probably at a point where you’re also adding value to the organization or company that you’re with. But it is easy to finish your internship and feel like you could’ve done…
11 Things to Avoid When Writing a Resume
While you may be saying “Yeah, yeah, yeah. I know all this.” Vault presents some of the tried and true resume tips that bears repeating. As you work on your latest resume update, make sure you are still on track. by Lisa Rangel | June 08, 2017 re-posted from Vault Writing a resume that gets…
Tips on how to succeed at your next interview
Vault Careers shares tips from Google, but these tips apply to almost all interviews… 4 Skills You Need to Get a Job at Google posted June 13, 2017 Do you break into a cold sweat at the thought of a job interview? You shouldn’t! As Google states on its web site about its interview process, “Why sweat the…
