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10 Companies With Great Entry-Level Sales Roles

Jun 13, 2024

One of the best ways to begin your career is through an entry-level sales role. These roles come in many shapes and forms, giving you experience in the world of marketing and sales, and putting you on the fast-track in the world of business. Not only do you gain valuable work skills, but you also develop your ability in areas that will help you throughout your life, like persistence and persuasion. You will hone your communication ability and learn to negotiate, all while drawing on your creativity.

Ask Gen Z: How Do I Find a Company That Will Support My Career Growth?

Apr 04, 2024

Choosing a company that supports your career growth can have an outsized impact on your professional trajectory.That’s why it’s no surprise that most Gen Z candidates today are looking for a company that not only offers competitive pay and benefits, but robust programs and initiatives to support career growth.

However, it’s not always clear which companies will be best for your career growth when you’re searching for an opportunity or interviewing with companies. So how can you do your due diligence before accepting an offer and starting with a company?

For some actionable advice, we turned to two Gen Z professionals who ended up at a company that heavily invests in their professional development and career growth.

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How to Prepare for Your Coding Interview

RippleMatch

Jun 05, 2023

For aspiring computer engineers and recent graduates who are new to the coding interview process, it can be an intimidating experience. Depending on the company, a coding interview can require a thorough knowledge of coding and algorithms and the ability to think on your feet and craft a solution during the interview. Fortunately, there are many ways to prepare so that you'll be ready to ace your next coding interview. To help you get started, we've answered some of the most commonly asked questions about coding interviews.

How to Turn Your Internship into a Full-Time Job

RippleMatch

May 23, 2023

Summer internships are an amazing way to gain valuable work experience and build a resourceful network. And with the right approach, you can turn that summer internship into a full-time job offer to propel your career. In fact, while it depends on the company and availability of roles, on average about 70% of interns are hired at the same company they interned with.

Program Insider: An In-Depth Look at City Teaching Alliance's Residency Program

RippleMatch

May 16, 2023

Working as a teacher is a highly rewarding career known for its opportunities for continuous learning and personal growth. Plus, teachers have the ability to inspire and motivate others to reach their full potential and achieve their goals, making a large difference in the world. And while all that sounds exciting, it can be difficult to know where to start your career journey as a teacher, especially if you didn’t major in education in college.

Program Insider: An In-Depth Look at Tokio Marine's Accelerate Program

RippleMatch

May 10, 2023

Are you a student with a passion for learning, an appetite for challenge, and a drive to kickstart your career? If so, you might find yourself drawn to the unique opportunities offered by Tokio Marine HCC's Accelerate Program.

Program Insider: An In-Depth Look at Teaching at Success Academy

RippleMatch

May 09, 2023

For recent college graduates looking to make a large social impact so early in their careers, few opportunities match teaching at an organization like Success Academy, the highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City.

Internship & Entry-Level Job Candidates Share How RippleMatch Helped Them Land a Role

RippleMatch

Apr 20, 2023

If you’re struggling to find a great internship or entry-level job today, you are not alone. In fact, we believe that the current job search process is broken, and applying to a bunch of opportunities and ‘getting ghosted’ shouldn’t be the norm. It’s therefore no surprise that in our latest survey of Gen Z internship and full-time job seekers, we found that candidates today are losing confidence in their job searches — and are applying to upwards of 50 opportunities before they hear back about one that fits both their skills and passions.

How to Deal With Interview Nerves as an Intern or Entry-Level Job Candidate

RippleMatch

Apr 12, 2023

Whether you're a student applying for an internship or a recent graduate seeking a full-time job, interviews can be nerve-wracking — which is completely normal. In fact, 93% of Americans experience anxiety related to job interviews. But while you may not be alone with your pre-interview butterflies, sweaty palms, and general feelings of dread, you are also not powerless to take control of your situation and enter interviews more confidently.

Tips From a Recruiter: How to Make Connections & Grow Your Professional Network

RippleMatch

Apr 05, 2023

As a college student or recent graduate, a strong professional network can jumpstart your career — from helping you discover new opportunities and career paths, to landing you an internship or job. In fact, in a recent LinkedIn survey, 73% of job seekers credited networking for helping them to get hired.