Michael DeAngelis

Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology

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J. Michael DeAngelis began working in Career Services in 2004 and has served in his current position since 2023, focusing on technology, communication and innovation within Career Services. He received his B.A. in Theatre Arts from Muhlenberg College and studied performance and theater criticism at Goldsmith’s College, University of London. Outside of Career Services, Michael is a professional podcaster, actor, director and playwright. He is the managing director of The Porch Room film and theater company. His award winning plays are available from Samuel French, Inc. He puts those talents to use as the co-host of the weekly CS Radio Podcast and has wrangled more than one of his co-workers into playing ridiculous parts on his show Mission: Rejected.

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How to Be a Social-Impact Storyteller

As social-impact professionals, the ability to tell a good story can be the difference between engaging our community with the work we do and learning too late that no one truly understands our organization’s mission.

And now more than ever, …

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Remote Acting Opportunities? Yeah, It’s a Thing!

It’s a remarkable time to be alive right now. The world has been thrust into an uncertain and stressful crisis. Sometimes, however, events like these bring about creative solutions to problems.

While most of the entertainment world has stopped cold …

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Handshake’s New Hub for Getting Hired Remotely

Our partners at Handshake have launched a new central hub for resources and articles about conducting the job search remotely. They will also be hosting “ask me anything” style Q&As with their career experts starting today through April 17th. You’ll …

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Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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Career Services Assistance During Penn’s Closure

In this extraordinary time, Career Services is committed to serving our students, postdocs and alumni. We are prepared to provide many of our services remotely and are working closely with our employer partners to help keep you informed of their …

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Enjoy Your Spring Break!

Happy Spring Break!

Whether you are traveling, going home or staying on campus, we hope that the coming week is relaxing and stress free.  We hope you’ll be safe and healthy and ready to finish out the semester refreshed and …

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3 Ways to Stay Connected if You Don’t Get the Job

So, you’ve just been turned down for that job you’ve been interviewing for. Now what?

Stay connected!

There’s a critical moment of opportunity after receiving a rejection and below, you’ll find some tips to try the next time you find yourself …

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CS Radio – Episode 110: “Benefits”

Considering a job offer or offers? Remember that there’s more than just salary to think about. This week, we take a look at benefits both tangible and intangible  that should factor in to any job offers or negotiations you are …

By Michael DeAngelis
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Student Spotlight: Blake Kernen, COL ’22, NASDAQ

Blake Kernen (COL ’22) talks about her internship at NASDAQ and shares stories about what made her job search successful.

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Black History Month | 4 Social-Impact Leaders to Celebrate

Did you know that Black History Month exists because of a nonprofit organization and its dedicated leader?

Dr. Carter G. Woodson, often called the “Father of Black History”, founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in …

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