As a student or recent graduate, job interviews can be overwhelming. It can feel like everyone you’re competing with has more experience and skills than you do, and it’s difficult to show the value you bring to the workplace when …
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January is not just the start of a new year. It is the best time to reboot a stalled job search. Most candidates start the month by sending out hundreds of generic resumes. They hope for the best, but they …
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT, Grammarly and AI-driven research assistants, are becoming everyday study companions on campuses worldwide—helping students streamline research, spark new ideas, and clarify complex concepts.
However, as AI becomes increasingly embedded in academic life, students …
As has been documented many times in NACE survey research, fewer than half of students actually visit the career center, even though the ones who do find career services to be super helpful. Some don’t realize these services exist. Others …
Calling all Career Coaches: How’d you like FREE HANDS-ON exercises for your students on every key job search skill?
Including step-by-step instructions to facilitate small groups on:
🧭 Career Exploration
📄 Resumes that Beat the ATS
🤝 Networking with Alums
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This episode highlights the importance of career services, particularly for college and university students and recent graduates, and provides advice for both students and career service professionals.
Key Themes:
The Underutilization of Career Services: A recurring theme is the surprisingly low number …
Graduating from college is a significant milestone—but it doesn’t mean you have to dive headfirst into a 9-5 life. With your degree in hand and the world at your feet, you have the perfect opportunity to explore new experiences, grow …
Adjusting to a new university is an ongoing process, and it’s never too late to get a little extra help. Rutgers has a variety of resources available that can help! Click here for a list of on-campus resources.
Being organized is crucial if you’re a college student. Between all your classes, studying, exams, extracurricular activities, a part-time job, and your social life, you’ve got a lot going on! A clean and tidy workspace is key for organized, productive …
One of the best sources of job hunting assistance for any college or university student at any campus is the school’s career service office. Sadly, it is also one of the most underused resources.
Beth Williams, Director of Career Services …









