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Everyone contributes to the community of people who can build or shape a career. We invite you to explore the information and resources for the different people we connect.

Or, if you’d like information and resources for different industries or specific populations/identities, we invite you to look at the Career Interests portion of our website.

Should You Ask About Salary in an Interview?

Though attitudes are changing, asking about salary in a job interview requires a delicate touch. You want to be polite and sensitive but don’t want to get pulled into a salary negotiation too soon. And, of course, you may think …

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How Much Do “Soft Skills” Matter for Technical Hires?

The hunt for candidates with “soft skills” is a growing trend as more companies realize they need people who fit in with others. According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, published in 2018, the call for soft skills in the …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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What is it like to work for the U.S. federal government as a student or recent grad?

The United States federal government is the world’s second-largest employer with 2.1 million civilian employees. For payroll and other human resource purposes, most fall under the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.

Working for the U.S. federal government, especially early in …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The Effects of AI Programs on Education: Part II

Welcome back to our series on the effects of AI programs on education. Last time we spoke about how ChatGPT can be used to cheat on assignments, which has led to the creation of tools that help detect the use …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Wondering how your courses and college experiences connect to your career?

Believe it or not, all of your experiences, from your on-campus job to your clubs and organizations to your courses and research and field opportunities and EVERYTHING you’re involved in all helps you prepare for your career. You’re developing key …

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Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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