Career & Professional Development Advice

Article Alert: Why Your Most Valuable Career Asset Isn’t on Your Résumé

“Their conversation reveals a powerful insight about success that too often gets overlooked: the relationships we nurture matter more than the positions we hold. Keep reading for Maria’s friendship insight that could transform your professional life—or click here to listen to their full conversation.”

By Deana Andrews
Deana Andrews
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When is graduate school right for me? 

So, you’ve decided you want to attend grad school…. But, when? Attending graduate school can be a transformative experience, both personally and professionally, but the timing is important to consider. It’s a good idea to look ahead and think about …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli
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✨ March 2025 Professional Development and Internships News, New Opportunities, New Discoveries! ✨

 Exclusively for Liberal Arts and Sciences Students! Career and Professional Development News and Events! ✨

THINK ABOUT ADDING A ONE-CREDIT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE TO YOUR FALL 2025 SCHEDULE

We offer many one-credit career and professional development courses designed …

By Kate Szumanski
Kate Szumanski
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✨ Exclusively for Liberal Arts and Sciences Students! Career and Professional Development News and Events! ✨

 Exclusively for Liberal Arts and Sciences Students! Career and Professional Development News and Events! ✨

THINK ABOUT ADDING A ONE-CREDIT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE TO YOUR FALL 2025 SCHEDULE

We offer many one-credit career and professional development courses designed …

By Kate Szumanski
Kate Szumanski
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How to Use AI in your Professional Development 

Using Artificial Intelligence for your Professional Development may seem like a scary thought but it is a great resource to add to your toolkit. The key is learning how to use it in a way that maximizes your success as …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli
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Kickstart Your Internship Search: Essential Tips for Getting Started 

Are you feeling lost in the search for an internship? You’re not alone. In this blog post, Reese Munson, an Economics major at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, walks you through her step-by-step journey of finding and applying for a summer …

By Grace Rhead
Grace Rhead
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Best AI Prompts to Use When Writing a Cover Letter

Cover letters have always been a challenge for most of us. AI tools can make writing one easier, but here’s the catch: Hiring managers can spot a ChatGPT cover letter a mile away and they’re often unimpressed. If it feels …

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How to Land a College Internship

Securing a college internship is one of the most effective ways for students to build their career foundation. Internships provide invaluable hands-on experience, access to industry professionals, and the opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. This guide …

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October Has Arrived! Here’s Your Fall 2024 Professional Development Rundown!

CONNECT/NETWORK WITH ALUMNI DURING HOMECOMING: HERE’S HOW! 
On Friday, Oct. 25, please make plans to attend the Homecoming Student-Alumni Mentoring and Networking Event! You’ll have the opportunity to make GREAT connections with alumni who have built outstanding careers in a …

By Kate Szumanski
Kate Szumanski
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Prioritize your future! Enroll in an ASPD course during the Spring 2025 semester!

Liberal Arts and Sciences students at Villanova are encouraged to register in one (or two or three!) Arts and Sciences Professional Development (ASPD) one-credit courses. Our courses are designed to help you achieve a number of things:

* Explore and discover …

By Kate Szumanski
Kate Szumanski
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