A Enlightening Summer at a Sustainable Beauty Startup

Ashley Lin, WH ’26, Frisco, TX

This summer I had the privilege of interning at Seadrop Skincare which is a newly launched sustainable skincare startup – as a product strategy and marketing intern. Seadrop Skincare created the first of its kind: …

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Demystifying the Roadblocks to Your Career Advancement

In the dynamic world of professional growth, many talented individuals ponder the elusive path to promotion. Despite dedicated efforts, the question persists: Why haven’t I secured that sought-after advancement?

This article aims to unravel the intricacies of career progression, providing …

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Staying on the Job: How to Answer End-of-Year Performance Review Questions

End-of-year performance reviews are essential for career growth. They help you and your bosses identify achieved goals and the areas you need to work on to be a better employee.

Unfortunately, the process can be dreadful and sometimes intimidating. You …

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Diversifying Your Career Tapestry: Embracing Versatility Beyond Expertise

In the realm of expertise, taking pride in one’s work is a natural inclination.

The years of dedication and study have sculpted a niche, positioning professionals as adept specialists. Yet, as any career trajectory unfolds, change becomes an inherent facet, …

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A Summer Immersed in Evolutionary Biology: Insights from Dr. Paul Schmidt’s Lab and Orchard Research

Jale-Anthony Diaz, COL ’26, Bronx, NY

This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to dive into the captivating world of evolutionary biology through my work in Dr. Paul Schmidt’s lab. Focused on unraveling the mysteries of Drosophila melanogaster, commonly known …

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CS Radio – Episode 193: Storytelling in Your Interview

Episode 193 – It’s getting chilly outside and we’re feeling the holiday vibes! Join Michael and Natty this week as they discuss the best way to tell your story in an interview. Discover why sharing a compelling story can be …

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Al-Hiba Publication Project

Marc Marin Webb, Ph.D. Candidate in Near Eastern Language & Civilization

This summer I became a summer intern at the Al-Hiba Publication Project. This project is aimed at publishing the legacy data of archaeological excavations at the site of Tell …

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Summer Hematology Lab Experience

Samir Maarouf, SEAS ’24, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Over the course of my summer, I had the opportunity to continue doing research at my Hematology research lab in the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Prior to this experience, I was …

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Land into Your Dream Job by Story Telling, Not Fact Telling

You have an upcoming interview, and you want to leave a great impression on the hiring panel. How do you approach it?

 

The Expectations of Hiring Managers Have Changed

 

Traditionally, candidates go over their fact books, trying to …

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Critical Thinking: A Simple Guide and Why It’s Important

Strong critical thinking skills are crucial for career success, regardless of educational background. It embodies the ability to engage in astute and effective decision-making, lending invaluable dimensions to professional growth.

At its essence, critical thinking is the ability to analyze, …

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