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15 Tips for Using LinkedIn and Facebook to Find a New Job

Today, recruiters and hiring managers are increasingly using social networks to find talent. This is why it's essential to have a professional social media presence if you're in the market for a new job (and important to manage the privacy settings …

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10 Great—and Very Different—Jobs for Economics Majors

As you get ready to graduate with a degree in economics—or maybe as you’re choosing your major—you’re bound to be wondering what sort of jobs you’re qualified for. You likely know that you can go into investment banking or management …

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How to Create a Powerful LinkedIn Profile That Gets You Noticed

LinkedIn has more 55 million registered companies, and some 86 percent of recruiters use LinkedIn to help them find qualified candidates. This means if you’re looking to grow your career, using the networking platform is a necessity. And if you're …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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What’s a Phone Screen? Here’s What You Need to Know Before That “Quick Chat” With the Recruiter

So you got an email back from a job you applied to—awesome! The person who reached out is asking to schedule a phone screen. Or perhaps they’re asking to schedule a “quick chat” or “brief phone call.” What does this …

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How to Land an Internship Despite the Global Pandemic

It’s that time of year again. Students are gearing up in hopes of finding a fulfilling internship or co-op position. 

You’re eager to apply what you’ve learned in school to the real world. But landing an internship may seem like …

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OSU Alumni Career Connections – Online

Beaver Nation is everywhere. The OSU Alumni Association has introduced a virtual platform that allows you to connect with Oregon …

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