Career & Professional Development Advice

What to do over Winter Break as a Pre-Law Student

Winter break is a welcome pause in the academic year—a time to rest, recharge, and reconnect with family and friends. But it can also be a valuable opportunity to take small, intentional steps toward your law school goals. Whether you …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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Summer Research Opportunity at Nemours in DE and FL

The Nemours Summer Undergraduate Research Program (NSURP) is accepting applications for funded Summer Research Scholar positions in our Summer 2026 program.  NSURP is a 10-week, …

By Jennifer Gannon
Jennifer Gannon Director of Health Professions Advising
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Nursing Career Fair FAQs (we’ve got answers!)

Nursing students: have you registered for the Nursing Career Fair? The Fair is just two weeks away, and registration is now open! REGISTER HERE!

This event draws dozens of hospitals and healthcare organizations that are interested in recruiting Villanova nurses …

By Vanessa Schmidt
Vanessa Schmidt
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Is Law School Right for You?

Do you want to be a lawyer? This can be a difficult question to answer, and might feel too overwhelming to know at this current point in your life. While others might have known they wanted to be lawyers ever …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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8 resume hacks that will get you noticed by applicant tracking systems

Most students and recent grads know they need a strong resume to land interviews. What many don’t realize is that their first “reader” won’t be a recruiter or hiring manager—it will be a piece of software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) …

By College Recruiter
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What to Know About Pre-Law Internships

So you’re setting your sights on law school. Excellent! As you map out your academic journey, consider incorporating internships into your plan. While internships can bolster your resume, their true value lies in the practical experience and skill development they …

By Alexandra Karlesses
Alexandra Karlesses Assistant Director, Career Development & Pre-Law Advising
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Vault Releases Its 2026 Internship Rankings

Vault’s 2026 Internship Reviews & Rankings are now live!

Vault, the leader in data-driven employer rankings and reviews, released its 2026 Internship Rankings, highlighting the top programs in more than 30 categories. Vault’s rankings include:

You can now explore all …

By Beth Cahill
Beth Cahill Director of Career Development
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Now Accepting Applications for the Pre-Health Honor Society!

We are now accepting applications for students interested in joining the Pennsylvania Zeta Chapter of Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) Honor Society. 

Nomination FormAlpha Epsilon Delta – Pre-Health Honor Society Application 

Requirements for applicants 

About AED 

AED was first established as …

By Jennifer Gannon
Jennifer Gannon Director of Health Professions Advising
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Research Opportunities for First-Year Students

The Center for Research and Fellowship is officially launching the 2026 Match Research Program.

Through the Match Research Program, students can connect with faculty mentors, explore academic interests, and gain hands-on experience in research.

Those who apply by November 14th

By Jennifer Gannon
Jennifer Gannon Director of Health Professions Advising
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Top sites for college and university students to find remote jobs

Finding a remote job as a college student used to feel like searching for a Wi-Fi signal in the basement of a 1960s dorm. These days, it’s not only doable—it’s becoming the norm. Whether you’re looking for a flexible gig …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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