The Spring 2025 Career Fair is for all Rutgers-Newark students and alumni looking to connect with recruiters from companies, organizations, graduate schools, and professional schools.
No matter your class year or major, this career fair is for you. The event will …
Going through a layoff isn’t a reflection of your skills or work ethic. In fact, it happens to many professionals. But when it comes to job interviews, knowing how to talk about it takes strategy. Should you say you were …
You nailed “Tell me about yourself.” You handled “Why do you want this job?” like a pro. But then the recruiter leans in and asks, “So, do you have any questions for us?” And…cue internal panic.
Let’s fix that forever.
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Changing careers is exciting since it presents new learning opportunities and creates room for growth. But you could worry that recruiters may be unwilling to hire you. After all, they may feel that you don’t have enough experience in the …
Few things are as rewarding and stressful at the same time as a job interview. Feeling good about the interview at the end is a very rewarding and empowering experience. However, finishing an interview and feeling confused or conflicted can …
You know that sending a thank-you email after an interview is a must. But while following up with a note of appreciation can help you stand out, sending a bad post-interview thank-you email can actually do more harm than good. …
Don’t fall for it – 3 MYTHS about job interviews.
Myth 1: Interviews are about getting the RIGHT answer.
Reality: Humans aren’t Scantron machines. We want someone who feels right as a colleague, not just who says the technically correct …
When preparing for a job interview, there are a lot of questions you can expect to answer. Some are pretty straightforward, like “Tell me about yourself” or “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” But then there are those questions that …
Interviewing for a job can be scary. Despite the preparation you’ve put in and the research you’ve done on the organization, when you walk (or Zoom) into the interview room, many unknowns still remain.
You don’t know how you’ll connect …
Transitioning into a new career can feel overwhelming, but one simple tool can make it a lot easier: the informational interview. If you’re thinking about switching fields, talking to people who already work in your target industry is one of …
You’ve been applying for jobs, tweaking your resume, and maybe even writing cover letters (some might argue they’re not relevant anymore—but why not stand out with a stellar one, right?). And yet, you’re not getting any interviews. It’s frustrating, especially …
