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Articles and guides that will help you find opportunities, master the interview process, and build an amazing career.

How to Land Your First Job After College in the Age of AI
Sep 09, 2025

Yes, It’s Really Hard to Get a Job Out of College Right Now

The old career ladder is collapsing, and your parents might not understand why. 
For decades, the path into white-collar work was straightforward: you landed an internship, moved into an entry-level role, proved yourself by handling repetitive tasks, and gradually climbed the ranks. That ladder is breaking, and for today’s graduates, the first rung feels out of reach.

6 Things You Can Do This Summer to Land a Job or Internship Next Year
Jun 13, 2025

If you’re hoping to land a great internship or full-time job next year, your summer is one of the best times to start preparing—whether you’re interning, working a part-time job, or taking summer classes. What many students don’t realize is that tons of companies begin hiring for the following summer as early as August or September. That means the effort you put in now can make a big difference in your success this fall.

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How I Made the Most Out of My Summer Internship at Lowe's
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When I received my offer for a summer internship with Lowe’s, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Sure, I knew what was in the job description and understood the objectives that came along with my offer, but when it came to working at a Fortune 50 company, I had no idea what a day-to-day workload would be like.
6 Tips To Be More Professional During Your Job Search
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As you progress through your senior year, it’s time to start thinking about life after college. Whether you join a Fortune 500 or a small startup, you’ll need to go through the interviewing and job-seeking process.
Acing a Phone Screen For a Software Engineering Role: Tips from a Technical Recruiter
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The interview process for any role within a company typically starts with a phone screen, and that includes technical roles. While technical phone screens share a similar structure to standard phone screens, they differ in several ways that are worth knowing beforehand. These calls will usually cover a discussion of a company's product and future plans, your previous experience, your goals for the next step in your career, and how/why you got into tech.
12 Quotes to Inspire You During Your Job Search
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It’s that time of year – you’re officially on the hunt for a post-grad job or a summer internship. Whether you’re at the beginning of your job search or somewhere in the middle, it’s no secret that the process can be daunting. Through the many ups and downs, resume revisions, cover letters, and rejections, a little inspiration and motivation can go a long way. Here are 12 quotes that will help guide you through the process:
5 Ideas for Revamping Your Resume Design
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Before a prospective employer ever sees you, they will see your resume first. A beautiful resume can make a lasting first impression and separate yourself from other applicants. With just a few simple changes to the resume you already have, you can stand out a little more in the process and increase your chances of getting called back for an interview.
What Is Technical Writing? Why All Graduates Should Hone This Skill
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With the advent of technology, the need for transforming complex systems into simple processes underscores the importance of technical writing. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the average salary for those individuals with solid technical writing skills is $71,850 a year, and demand for technical writers is projected to grow 11% from 2016, to 2026 (Figure 1).
9 Things You Should Do After Losing Your Job
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My new manager stood in front of me and wrung her hands nervously. “I hope you’re not angry. I can’t believe I had to do this,” she said. At first, I wasn’t sure that I had heard her correctly, but when she remained silent I sat back in the chair, emotionless. Her words went in one ear and out the other.
4 Things You Learn in Your First 4 Months As a Sales Development Representative
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Every Sales Development Representative (SDR) role looks slightly different depending upon the company and the role of sales within their mission. But the end goal of SDRs is typically the same – engaging target buyers and getting them to understand how your product provides a solution to their problem.
Why Students Should Build a Personal Brand On LinkedIn – And How to Do It
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Are you able to define your personal brand? How do you see yourself? More importantly, how do others see you?
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