It’s never too late to apply…

Almost every student I’ve met with in the past few months asks the question “Is it too late?!”
Is it too late to apply for an internship, or a full-time job?  Is there some date that all the opportunities available …

By Jamie Grant
Jamie Grant Senior Associate Director, Engineering
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Valuable—and Free—Career Support for Graduate Students/Postdocs

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber
Joseph Barber Director, Graduate Career Initiatives
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How Do You Tell Your PhD Story?

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber
Joseph Barber Director, Graduate Career Initiatives
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Career Services in the News

Career Services has been in the news this week and we’re happy to share the headlines!

Career Services recognized with Penn’s Model of Excellence

We are honored that Penn has recognized our entire staff for their outstanding efforts in supporting …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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Learning to Assess the Culture of an Organization From a Ball of Yarn

As you explore your career interests through jobs and internships, assessing the culture of an organization is an important part of the process. Is this a place where you can learn, grow and thrive by being yourself? Or will you …

By Dianne Hull
Dianne Hull Senior Associate Director, Graduate Students & Postdocs
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Tips for Successful Faculty Job Screening Interviews

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber
Joseph Barber Director, Graduate Career Initiatives
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Disclosing Your Immigration Status as a DACA Recipient

When it comes to job applications and interviews with potential employers, it can be challenging for Dreamers to know when, how or if to disclose their immigration status. Ultimately, deciding whether to disclose your DACA status is up to you. …

By Symba
Symba is the leading program management platform powering thousands of workforce development programs, including internships, bootcamps, apprenticeships, and more!
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CS Radio – Episode 145: Jackie Moriniere

In today’s episode, Natty and Michael are joined by Jackie Moriniere the Associate Director of the Career Services Engineering Department to discuss engineering career service, the differences between Drexel and Penn, asking for help when you need it, and navigating …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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CS Radio – Episode 142: Answering “What Makes You The Best Fit For This Job?”

This week, we unpack MUSE’s How to Answer “Why Are You a Great Match for This Role?” Without Feeling Like You’re Bragging article.

Resources Mentioned:

Penn’s Peer Career Conference Social Media Panel
How to Answer “Why Are You a Great …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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CS Radio – Episode 140: Tina Anino, Career Wardrobe, On Campus Interviews

Episode Notes

In this grab bag episode, we discuss…

Reviewing resumes and researching summer internships
Dressing for professional roles and how workplace attire has evolved
Mock-interview prep for Summer 2022 internships
Primary and secondary candidates in the on-campus recruiting process …

By Michael DeAngelis
Michael DeAngelis Senior Associate Director, Communications & Technology
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