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Your Guide to Connecting with Alumni on Linkedin
By: Gracie Covarrubias, DePaul University organizational and multicultural communication major ’18 and Career Center communications assistant Scoping out potential contacts on LinkedIn can feel like a never-ending quest—the options are literally endless. There is, however, an art to finding that perfect connection on LinkedIn and sparking a conversation. Check out our guide to connecting with…
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Career Fairs are Going Virtual. Are You Ready?
As technology continues to advance, more employers use virtual career fairs as a way to connect with a wider pool of candidates. They aren’t bound by geography; they are able to instantly meet with prospective candidates from all over the globe. So, what does that mean for virtual job fair attendees? Virtual job fairs can…
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Handshake Hacks: Discovering Opportunities Just Got Easier
By: Gracie Covarrubias, DePaul University organizational and multicultural communication major ’18 and Career Center communications assistant Sometimes it can take hours to sort through a never-ending list of job postings, titles and descriptions. Luckily, Handshake is stepping up their game by making job searching both easier and more convenient for students using their platform. Check…
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3 Ways Your Career Advisor Can Help In the New School Year
The start of a new school year can bring about a lot of change. After several months off we’re getting accustomed to new courses, a shift in the weather, and all-things pumpkin spice. It can take some time to regain one’s footing, but when it comes to career advice at DePaul, we can help right…
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Two Life Lessons From a Career Changer (& Your New LAS Advisor)
Hello from your new Liberal Arts & Social Sciences career advisor! I want to share a bit of my personal background, so you can understand why I’m so passionate about career exploration and using college as a time to learn about yourself. As a freshman in college, I chose a business major because I thought…
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3 Ways Storytelling Can Enhance Your Interview
Whenever we meet someone new, we’re actively engaged in storytelling. We start by introducing ourselves and, depending on whom we’re meeting, cater our story to that particular audience. This can become tricky when we’re engaging with potential employers; what should we include in our stories, and what types of stories do employers want to hear?…
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