Articles & Advice by Tag - resume-building
Not all extracurriculars impress admissions officers equally. Here's which activities actually strengthen your application - and which ones are just resume filler.
Many of us have misperceptions about what it means to serve in the military. Like other career trajectories, the military can come with multiple benefits.
Because writing is an essential skill for everyone to develop, it makes sense for every student to devote some time to improving their writing skills in college.
With so many media outlets covering the negative consequences of social media on students’ admission into college—i.e., admission rescinded for inappropriate content— we’re looking at how students might use these inevitable social media checks to their benefit for admissions committees.
In Part II our interview with Jerome Harper we will cover the importance of certificates and software for the finance and accounting industry.
This article lays out some considerations and advice if you're applying to or thinking of working at a nonprofit.
Free housing, meal plans, and leadership experience - but also 24/7 on-call duty and strict rules. Here's what RAs actually say about whether it's worth it.
If you are applying for jobs, don't put off writing your cover letter. Be sure to use our template and example as guides!
While previous articles have covered the many benefits of working during college, this is a guide to the different types of jobs you should consider working during college.
Co-op programs combine classroom learning with real-world work experience, allowing students to alternate between academic semesters and professional work terms. These programs offer many benefits, such as building a stronger resume, gaining essential skills, and networking with industry professionals. However, they can also present challenges, like additional costs or balancing heavy workloads.