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International Opportunities
Like many other international students, I was very focused on the academic part of student life when I arrived in the U.S. In my junior year of college, I suddenly felt this job-seeking urgency. I was only a couple of …
In our last post, we talked about why it’s important to follow up with the person who introduced you to someone else (after your call with the person you were introduced to). There was a common theme throughout that post: …
This is part of a series of posts by recipients of the 2021 Career Services Summer Funding Grant. We’ve asked funding recipients to reflect on their summer experiences and talk about the industries in which they spent their summer. You …
Illustration by Marian Blair
Searching for a job can be challenging and daunting for anyone, regardless of personality or experience. But there are particular hindrances or barriers that can surface for people with perfectionistic tendencies.
Perfectionism, or the practice of …
By: Derek Loosvelt on firsthand.co
Published: Jan 27, 2021
To say the least, the Trump administration didn’t extend a warm welcome to international students at U.S. …
by Natalie Jesionka on the themuse.com
Have you ever thought about studying or working abroad but shrugged it off because you didn’t think it would be doable or relevant for your career?
If so, you’re not alone. Recently, the White …
Have you ever networked with people outside of the U.S.? Whether you’re an international student looking to work in your home country or a domestic student looking for an adventure abroad, it’s always helpful to make connections in your industry …
It’s been cold, windy, and snowy this week in Philadelphia, and the question on everyone’s mind at Career Services is, “Is summer here yet?” Wherever in the world you find yourself this semester, you might also be wishing for longer …
J. Michael and A. Mylene welcome and introduce Jillian Cener, a new member of Career Services team! Jillian discusses her new role and the GRIP program.
Show Notes:
Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala, used …
