This series is meant to provide useful information related to the following topics: resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, office politics, negotiating, evaluating job offers, relocating, transitioning into the workplace, evaluating company culture, professionalism, LinkedIn, job/internship search strategies, social media in the job search, etc. Think about topics of interest to you and your friends.
Career Development
Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to advance your career in 2017?
Whether you’re aiming for a promotion or a new position altogether, you can cultivate habits to help you stand out as you push your career to the …
Starbucks red cups, trees, carols, decorations and lights, parades, presents, and lots of good food…ring a bell? Actually, maybe a few bells! Yes, it’s already the most anticipated time of year where everything seems colder and stressful, yet exciting. As college …
Speaking in public can be nerve-wracking, or exciting for some! For me, it was a combination of both! I still remember getting an email that I was selected as an oral presenter for the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2016 …
This fall the Office of Career Services launched a new type of workshop for students—the Will U Be Ready series. The series is targeted towards seven different competencies that employers have identified as important skills students need to be Career …
A first impression is extremely important, as that is how potential employers create their initial thought on whether or not you would be a good hire. With so many applicants and so very few positions, it is absolutely necessary to …
You’re perusing LinkedIn, and you find someone you’d love to connect with. Luckily, LinkedIn makes that simple—it’s just the click of a button, right?
Well, technically yes. But, if you want to send a professional invitation that stands a chance …
You’re perusing LinkedIn, and you find someone you’d love to connect with. Luckily, LinkedIn makes that simple—it’s just the click of a button, right?
Well, technically yes. But, if you want to send a professional invitation that stands a chance …
As co-editors for the Office of Career Services’ Blog, Rachel and I, along with the bloggers, seize this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. As we enjoy this much needed break after a busy academic year, let us take …
This past Wednesday, I attended the Public Health, Safety and Social Services Career Fair hosted by the School of Public Health Office of Career Services. Just hearing the word “fair” can seem really intimidating. It begs the questions: What do I …
If you are an international student, chances are very high that you have been plagued about what is the next step for your career after the completion of your studies. Look no further since IU School of Public Health has …