For international students, summer is more than just a break—it’s a golden opportunity to sharpen skills, build connections, and strategically position themselves for the competitive hiring season in the fall. Whether you’re looking to secure an internship, refine your resume, …
Career & Professional Development Advice
Overview
FirstGenU is a virtual program provided in partnership with the Morgan Stanley Institute for Inclusion and designed to help first-generation college students across the country develop the skills and confidence to navigate the professional world. Through FirstGenU, students have access to a self-paced online curriculum, virtual enrichment …
In this episode, you will hear from Karen Weeks, Villanova HRD alum, on how to put your best foot forward in an interview when the topic is tricky like layoffs, career pivots and compensation.
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Are you a college student or recent graduate eager to explore a career in healthcare? If you’re looking for meaningful, hands-on experience in a real medical setting, …
This content was adapted from the University of Buffalo Pre-Law page.
Summer between freshman and sophomore year:
At this point in time, you should be focusing on your GPA and formulating good relationships with your professors. Don’t stress yourself out over …
If you love Mel Robbins as much as I do, you’ll love this episode with Harvard Business School Professor Dr. Alison Wood Brooks who teaches Harvard’s #1 course on negotiation and communication!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-most-important-career-advice-youll-ever-hear/id1646101002?
One of the most personal decisions students with disabilities face during the job search is whether — and when — to disclose a disability.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Your decision depends on your comfort level, the nature of the disability, the specific …
“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.”
As a student with a disability, choosing where to apply isn’t just about pay or prestige. It’s about finding a workplace that supports your success. Here’s how to spot the real deal.
🔍 1. Start With Employer Recognition Programs
Certain organizations …
When most pre-health students hear the word networking, the first reaction might be something like:
“I’m not a business major.”
“Can’t my grades and shadowing hours speak for themselves?”
Totally fair. But here’s the thing: networking isn’t about superficial small …
