Career Advice

Getting & Staying Involved in Student Organizations

The transition from High School to a big university like Penn State is exciting, but can also be overwhelming. As soon as students get to school, they have to go out of their way to meet people and make friends, …

By Anika Sinha
Anika Sinha Intern
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What to do if you receive an offer to return full-time to your internship employer

So you’re entering senior year with a job offer as a result of a successful internship—CONGRATS! This is a time to celebrate. At the same time, we understand the anxiety that can come with making a decision. Book an appointment …

By Ashley Rippey
Ashley Rippey Executive Director
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Adulting Tips to Know Before You Graduate

Transitioning from one stage of your life to another can be both exciting and overwhelming all at once. As you near the end of your college career, take the time to celebrate what you’ve accomplished. Just remember, now you’ll need …

By Emily Tressler
Emily Tressler
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Need help with your resume? Check out the Virtual Resume Drop

 

Virtual Resume Drop: Save My Resume/Cover Letter

Email your resume and/or cover letter to smealresumes@psu.edu to have a Career Coach or Career Service Intern review and give you feedback within 72 business hours! Make sure to include a job …

By Emily Tressler
Emily Tressler Marketing Communications Specialist
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The Only 7 Career-Readiness Tips You Really Need to Know

Deciding what to do after school and how to prepare for life after college can be stressful and time-consuming. But it doesn't have to be. If you follow the below seven stress-free tips, you'll be well prepared for the next …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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These 7 Interview Skills Will Help You Stand Out From the Pack

Having conducted hundreds of interviews—both mock interviews with career coaching clients and real interviews as part of search committees—and seen what the outcomes are, I can say with confidence that getting through the hiring process and landing a job is …

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8 Body Language Tips for Your Next Job Interview (Because It’s Just as Important as What You Say)

There are several steps to nail when it comes to landing your dream job, like polishing your resume and perfecting your cover letter. Once you make it to the interview stage, give yourself a brief pat on the back, but …

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Stay on track with your career goals this summer!

Summer is here! There are plenty of ways to make sure you stay on track with your career this summer:

Build your online brand: Make sure you have an up to date LinkedIn profile (see the Business Career Center website …

By Emily Tressler
Emily Tressler Marketing Communications Specialist
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3 Tips for Starting a Job Remotely

This has been the year of everything virtual — and that includes the workplace. Many companies plan to keep their employees at home for the foreseeable future, so if you're currently job hunting, you may find yourself not only interviewing virtually

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Tips for Crafting a Post-Interview Thank-You Note

One of the most important pieces of interview advice is to remember your manners—and by that I mean, write thank-you notes. Sending your interviewer a quick thank-you note is an easy way to make a great impression and show your …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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