--- title: Career Advice (19) description: Articles and guides that will help you find opportunities, master the interview process, and build an amazing career. (19) image: https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20Square%20-%202024%20Onwards.png --- # Career Advice 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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/close-up-people-discussing.jpg) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/how-to-land-your-first-job-after-college-in-the-age-of-ai) ##### [ How to Land Your First Job After College in the Age of AI ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/pexels-tirachard-kumtanom-112571-733856.jpg) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/things-you-can-do-this-summer-to-land-a-job-or-internship-next-year) ##### [ 6 Things You Can Do This Summer to Land a Job or Internship Next Year ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/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. ## All Articles Filter by [![3 Reasons All Liberal Arts Majors Should Consider Starting Their Career at PURE Insurance](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/5be6aa1b-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/reasons-all-liberal-arts-majors-should-consider-starting-their-career-at-pure-insurance-5be6aa1b) ##### [ 3 Reasons All Liberal Arts Majors Should Consider Starting Their Career at PURE Insurance ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/reasons-all-liberal-arts-majors-should-consider-starting-their-career-at-pure-insurance-5be6aa1b) [![Kate Beckman](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Kate%20Headshot-1.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/kate-beckman) Kate Beckman Aug 21, 2019 There are countless career options for liberal arts majors. A well-rounded education makes you an attractive candidate for positions that require strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and ability to learn, meaning you could be a great fit for a lot of different roles and companies. [![Acing a Phone Screen For a Software Engineering Role: Tips from a Technical Recruiter](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/73b69c4c-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/acing-a-phone-screen-for-a-software-engineering-role-tips-from-a-technical-recruiter-73b69c4c) ##### [ Acing a Phone Screen For a Software Engineering Role: Tips from a Technical Recruiter ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/acing-a-phone-screen-for-a-software-engineering-role-tips-from-a-technical-recruiter-73b69c4c) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch Aug 09, 2019 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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/9303d1e9-original-scaled.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/quotes-to-inspire-you-during-your-job-search-9303d1e9) ##### [ 12 Quotes to Inspire You During Your Job Search ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/quotes-to-inspire-you-during-your-job-search-9303d1e9) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch Aug 09, 2019 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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/bbdc474e-original.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/5-ideas-for-revamping-your-resume-design-bbdc474e) ##### [ 5 Ideas for Revamping Your Resume Design ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/5-ideas-for-revamping-your-resume-design-bbdc474e) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch Aug 09, 2019 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. [![A Guide To Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile To Stand Out During Your Job Search](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/0c81c6d4-original-2.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/how-to-create-a-linkedin-profile-that-will-stand-out-in-the-job-search-0c81c6d4) ##### [ A Guide To Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile To Stand Out During Your Job Search ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/how-to-create-a-linkedin-profile-that-will-stand-out-in-the-job-search-0c81c6d4) [![Kate Beckman](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Kate%20Headshot-1.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/kate-beckman) Kate Beckman Aug 09, 2019 If you want to optimize your chances of getting a great job or internship, it’s time to invest some time in your LinkedIn profile. Filling out the basic information on your profile is just the start – to stand out to employers and recruiters, you need to go the extra mile. Current university recruiter Daniel Shoch shares the best practices of filling out the different sections on LinkedIn to get your profile noticed by both recruiters and hiring managers. [![What Is Technical Writing? Why All Graduates Should Hone This Skill](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/35303740-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/why-all-graduates-should-hone-their-technical-writing-skills-35303740) ##### [ What Is Technical Writing? Why All Graduates Should Hone This Skill ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/why-all-graduates-should-hone-their-technical-writing-skills-35303740) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch May 15, 2019 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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/4aaef9ef-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/things-you-should-do-after-losing-your-job-4aaef9ef) ##### [ 9 Things You Should Do After Losing Your Job ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/things-you-should-do-after-losing-your-job-4aaef9ef) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch Apr 15, 2019 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](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/e68ae98d-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/4-things-you-learn-in-your-first-4-months-as-a-sales-development-representative-e68ae98d) ##### [ 4 Things You Learn in Your First 4 Months As a Sales Development Representative ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/4-things-you-learn-in-your-first-4-months-as-a-sales-development-representative-e68ae98d) [![RippleMatch](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/RippleMatch%20Logo%20-%202022-2.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/ripplematch) RippleMatch Mar 26, 2019 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. [![Management Roles Aren’t Only For Business Majors – 4 Signs You Should Pursue a Career in Leadership](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Imported_Blog_Media/56a53b10-original.jpe) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/4-signs-you-should-pursue-a-career-in-leadership-56a53b10) ##### [ Management Roles Aren’t Only For Business Majors – 4 Signs You Should Pursue a Career in Leadership ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/4-signs-you-should-pursue-a-career-in-leadership-56a53b10) [![Kate Beckman](https://8139278.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/8139278/Kate%20Headshot-1.png) ](https://ripplematch.com/career-advice/author/kate-beckman) Kate Beckman Mar 20, 2019 If you’ve never taken an Econ or business class, would you ever think you could one day successfully run a business? For many liberal arts and STEM majors the answer is, unfortunately, no. Careers in management, leadership, or operations are often thought to require specific training, but in reality, students from all majors and backgrounds can grow into successful managers and executives. 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