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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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 …

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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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CS Radio – Episode 109: “In The News”

Any publicity is good publicity. At least that’s what they say. Michael and Mylène   have a frank discussion about an article that appeared in last week’s Philadelphia Magazine regarding earlier recruiting by banks and the ripple effects its had in …

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CS Radio – Episode 108: “Acting!”

Nervous about an interview? About to make a big pitch to your boss? Negotiating for a salary? Try approaching it through ACTING! Michael runs Mylene and Karen through decades of theatrical training in under twenty minutes.

Enjoy.

Show Notes:

How …

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Love is All Around

There is a lot of love to go around in Career Services – especially on Valentine’s Day.  Just for fun, I thought I would take a look and see how many jobs featuring the keyword “love” came up in a …

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CS Radio – 107: “Find Your Funding”

In need of summer funding? Need a grant to continue your research? Michael and Mylène take a look at resources from Penn and externally that can help. Whether you’re an undergraduate or a graduate student, this episode contains a lot …

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