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Transferable Skills 101: Definition, Examples, and How to Build Yours in 2026

Transferable skills demonstrate a candidate’s ability to learn quickly, navigate change, and contribute beyond their technical expertise. Whether gained through internships, research, campus leadership, customer service, healthcare, or other professional experiences, these competencies often predict long-term success by showing how …

By Laura Brasch
Laura Brasch Associate Director, The College
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How to Plan Your Faculty Job Search Calmly & Strategically

As you reap the well-earned rewards of summer—vacation, warm weather, a reprieve from coursework or teaching—the last thing you probably want to do is think about job searching. But for PhDs and postdocs interested in faculty roles, the job search …

By Alison Howard
Alison Howard Associate Director, Graduate Students & Postdocs
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New Resume Samples to Help PhDs and Postdocs Tell Their Story

Most PhD students and postdocs are very familiar with curriculum vitaes (CVs), and you probably already have one!  CVs are used for lots of academic purposes – applying for graduate programs, grants and fellowships, and for academic jobs.  You probably don’t …

By Dianne Hull
Dianne Hull Senior Associate Director, Graduate Students & Postdocs
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8 Strategies for Overcoming Job Search Anxiety

Job searching can be stressful, whether you’re a first-time job seeker or a seasoned professional looking for a change of pace. Between tailoring your resume, filling out endless applications, and preparing for interviews, the entire process can feel like a …

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Career GOOOAAALLLS: The World Cup Blueprint on Career Development

Every four years, the FIFA World Cup captures the attention of millions. Fans witness elite athletic performance on one of the world’s biggest stages, where moments of triumph and disappointment unfold in real time. While most of us may not …

By Brendan Kennedy
Brendan Kennedy Associate Director, Wharton Undergrad
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