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Top 10 Assessments for Job-Seeking Students

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Career, personality, and aptitude assessments are an important initial step in the college-to-career student journey. These tests can help you learn more about yourself, improve your relationships with others, expand on your strengths, identify your weaknesses, and better prepare you for the right career path ahead. Here are the top 10 career assessment tests to help you on your journey to self-discovery. 1. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) The MBTI test was created to help job seekers discover their personality type, strengths, and preferences to better understand what career path is best for them. Based on your answers from the test, … / Read more »



5 Ways to Utilize Alumni in Your Job Search

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Creating positive alumni relationships can enhance your college experience and better prepare you for the real world. Alumni can provide invaluable advice, expand your professional network, and introduce you to new opportunities. Here are five ways you can build a relationship with alumni and take advantage of everything they have to offer.  1. Attend Alumni Networking Events  Students should attend alumni networking events to meet with people who have been in your shoes and can relate to your current situation. You can ask them questions, hear advice, and add new connections to your network.   2. Join an Alumni Mentorship Program  If your university offers an alumni mentorship program, this is a great … / Read more »



5 Reasons You Should Intern Before Graduating

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Many students may be questioning whether or not it’s worth it to participate in an internship or other experiential learning opportunity during college. Some students may think they don’t have enough time, they’re not prepared enough, or they’d rather wait until they graduate and find a full-time job. But in today’s job market, an internship might just be the best way to stand out from other candidates. On top of that, an internship, co-op, apprenticeship, job shadow or other part-time work experience can be beneficial in other ways as well:   Learn what you like  An internship is when someone works for an organization … / Read more »



12 Helpful Alexa Skills for College Students

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Amazon Echo devices and the Alexa voice-prompt assistant gives students the freedom to access information, learn new skills, and complete tasks in a hands-free manner. This device makes it easier to connect with others, learn about new opportunities, prioritize tasks, and manage time. Here are the top 12 skills to help college students make the most of their time at school and improve their chances of landing their dream job upon graduation: Find jobs that match your career goals: “Alexa, open Career Advisor.” If you’re just beginning your job search or looking to switch careers, Alexa’s Career Advisor skill is a great place to start. She will … / Read more »



Four Ways to Take Advantage of Your College Career Center

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College students who engage with their career center are more likely to receive a full-time job right after graduation than students who don’t, according to a recent Gallup study. These students are also more likely to say that their school prepared them well for life after college. The problem is that many students don’t properly utilize their career centers, and some don’t connect with them at all. It’s important for students to understand the value career centers can provide for life after college. Here are a few ways to ensure you’re getting the most out of your career center during … / Read more »