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Spotting and Avoiding Job Scams: Essential Tips for Students

Published on December 6, 2024

Job searching is an exciting milestone, but it can also make students vulnerable to scams. Understanding the warning signs of these scams is crucial for avoiding financial and emotional distress.

By Victoria Barbeisch

Building Your Personal Brand with Mosaic: A New Approach to College Success

Published on October 31, 2024

Here’s the deal: employers and grad schools want to know more than just your GPA. They’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and a passion for what they do. That’s where Mosaic becomes your secret weapon.

By Joanne Dunbar

Need a Resume Reviewed? We’re Here to Help!

Published on April 5, 2024

The Career & Co-op Center offers many services, and, one particular service is often requested by students: resume reviews. Resumes are critical in the internship and job search process, and are often needed when applying for scholarships or to graduate …

By Kerry Willard Bray

Let’s Find Your Next Job on the Handshake App

Published on March 10, 2024

One tool we always recommend to our students use is Handshake. This platform is the #1 way students can find jobs that fit their career interests. Handshake allows students to discover internships, co-ops, and jobs for recent and upcoming graduates.

By Kerry Willard Bray

Cover Letter Tips for Recent Graduates

Published on May 2, 2025

Searching for your first job after graduation can seem daunting, but with the right tools, like a polished cover letter, you can stand out from other candidates. Here are five tips to craft an impressive cover letter as a recent …

Two easy ways to be successful at a career fair

Published on March 17, 2025

There are two things that separate a prepared student from the successful student at a career fair.

By Greg Denon

More than 2500 summer internships

Published on March 3, 2025

The summer is a great time for a paid internship. You’ll gain valuable transferable experience while trying out a potential career interest. Plus, many majors award academic credit for internships. (Talk with your academic advisor about this.)

With internship opportunities …

By Greg Denon