Here’s to a Great Semester……

Welcome back!  We hope everyone had a great semester break and is feeling refreshed and ready for all that 2026 will bring!

 Whether you are looking for a post-graduate job, a summer internship, getting ready to apply to a graduate …

By Barbara Hewitt
Barbara Hewitt Executive Director
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My Summer with the EEOC

Olivia DiRienzi, COL ’26, Philadelphia, PA

This summer, I had the opportunity to intern with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), an experience that gave me valuable insight into the critical role this agency plays in enforcing federal anti-discrimination …

By Career Services
Career Services
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Penn Funding for Arts & Entertainment Internships – Applications Open Now!

The start of the spring season is a ripe time for arts internships, apprenticeships and other opportunities to be posted in Handshake and across the web. New jobs are being posted every week in our Fine Arts, Performing Arts & …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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How to Rest Well—and Give Your Brain a Real Break

Most of us know that rest is more than just taking a break—but we often find it hard to put into practice. In a world where work deadlines and personal responsibilities often compete for attention, knowing how to rest …

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What is career cushioning?

If you have spent any time on LinkedIn or TikTok in the last couple of years, you have probably bumped into the phrase career cushioning. It sounds soft and harmless, like something you would do with pillows. In a way, …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The Hardest Part of Getting a Job

The hardest part of getting a job? Oh, well it has to be finding something I like! Nope. Well then it has to be nailing the interview and demonstrating I am the right candidate! Wrong again. The hardest part of …

By Dustin Miller
Dustin Miller Associate Director, Engineering
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CS Radio – Episode 243: Winter Break Coffee Chats and More!

The entire CS Radio family has gathered for the holidays! Michael, Natty, Dustin and Lorna reflect on the past year and discuss the best ways to spend winter break on your job search while still having restful downtime. Also, Lorna …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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8 high paying career paths for psychology majors

For psychology majors who are getting close to graduation, the big question about what comes next is usually more complicated than simply matching a major to a job title. There is the pull of doing meaningful work, and there is …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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You met every requirement. So why didn’t you get the job?

When I talk with early-career job seekers—or really, job seekers at any stage—the same question comes up again and again: “Why was I rejected when I’m clearly qualified?” I get it. I’ve sat on both sides of the hiring desk. …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Redefining Civic Engagement with United Chinese Americans

Celina Liang, COL ’26, Morgantown, WV

This summer, I had the privilege of serving as Youth Program Coordinator with United Chinese Americans (UCA), the largest national nonprofit dedicated to empowering Chinese American youth and strengthening cross-cultural understanding. Based in Washington, …

By Career Services
Career Services
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