How to Prepare for Unethical Interview Questions

It is standard practice to be prepared for conventional interview questions. It is also helpful to be prepared to respond to worst-case scenario questions you should not be asked, because not all recruiters know that some questions are simply off …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Navigating Change – Coming to Campus as a 2+2 Student

For this week’s Summer Success Series, we’re exploring what it’s like to navigate a campus change midway through your college career, highlighting the experience of a 2+2 student transitioning to Main Campus. I interviewed Madelyn Sofranko, a rising Junior accounting …

By Alexis Wojtelwicz
Alexis Wojtelwicz
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Navigating Career Prep Without a Map – First Generation College Students

For this week’s Summer Success Series, we’re diving into the experience of navigating college and career development as a first-generation college student. I interviewed Jah Taylor, a rising Junior accounting student at Smeal, to learn more about his journey as …

By Alexis Wojtelwicz
Alexis Wojtelwicz
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Get a Work Permit for the UK Without a Job Offer

Dreaming of launching your career in the UK but don’t have a job offer yet? Don’t worry—you’re not out of options. If you’ve recently graduated from a top university, the UK’s High Potential Individual (HPI) visa could be your ticket …

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Can I Apply for CPT or OPT If The Job is Related to My Minor?

Can I apply for CPT or OPT if the job is related to my minor? This is a common question for international students exploring internships or job opportunities in the US under F-1 work authorization.

While CPT (Curricular Practical Training) …

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Leveraging Career Services Early – What You Can Do as A First or Second Year

For this week’s Summer Success Series, we wanted to learn more about what first and second year students can do to stand out early and put themselves ahead when it comes to career preparation. To learn more about this topic, …

By Alexis Wojtelwicz
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How This NSA Systems Engineer Has Grown Her Career by Harnessing the Power of ERGs

One thing Arielle does each day that she wishes more people would do is say ‘thank you.’ “I may say thank you just as much as I say hello in a day. I think it is important to show people …

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Setting Yourself Up For Success – Networking Over the Summer

One of the top questions we get from students is how they can set themselves up for success over the summer. I went right to the source of information, Ashley Rippey, Executive Director of Smeal Business Career Center, to find …

By Alexis Wojtelwicz
Alexis Wojtelwicz
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NAPKIN KNOWLEDGE FOR MEALTIME MEETINGS

From beginning to end, your napkin will be with you throughout the course of your meal. Navigate napkin etiquette with confidence to maintain a tidy and comfortable dining experience.  

Seating

There is a correct way to enter and exit …

By Brenda Fabian
Brenda Fabian Senior Director of Professional Graduate Career Services
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Become Irresistible: How to Get Hired as an International Student

Job hunting in the US as an international student can be overwhelming and unpredictable. You’re adapting to a new job market and workplace culture, navigating visa-specific hiring requirements, and facing hesitant employers.

But here’s the good news: We’ve teamed up …

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