Career & Professional Development Advice

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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How to spot a toxic job during your job search

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD, Career Expert, MyPerfectResume

Starting your career is exciting for sure but it can also feel overwhelming. For many new graduates and early-career professionals, a big priority is landing that first role. Getting the job matters, but …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How to navigate the job market as a first-generation student | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep57

In this empowering episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the often-intimidating world of professional networking for first-generation college students and graduates. We understand that for many, the idea of ‘consulting’ or finding connections within an industry can feel completely foreign, …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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5 Transferable Skills as a CLAS Student

As a liberal arts and sciences student, you’ve likely been asked dozens of times, “so what are you going to do with that major?” Then, maybe you start spiraling. Let’s stop using this rhetoric and reframe: As a liberal arts …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli Graduate Assistant
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How to overcome the black hole of applicant tracking systems | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep52

On this week’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the mystery of why your resume seems to vanish into a black hole after you apply for jobs online. That black hole has a name: the Applicant …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How students, grads can stand out when applying and interviewing for jobs

When you’re early in your career, it can feel like you’re shouting into a crowded room, hoping someone will hear your voice above the noise. The reality is that most employers are looking for potential more than polish. They don’t …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Hot Topic- How to Use AI in Your Job Search

Are you curious about how to use AI in your professional journey? This handout will explore how AI can become a valuable tool in your professional growth. We’ll delve into how AI can personalize your learning journey, provide insightful feedback, …

By Deana Andrews
Deana Andrews
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Podcast alert- Villanova HRD alum!

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.

By Deana Andrews
Deana Andrews
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Internship 101: Maximizing Your Internship Experience 

Dear Student Intern, 

You have landed an internship for the summer, which is undoubtedly a difficult process. You should be so proud of yourself. Now, as you head into the summer, you must start to think about how you will …

By Madison Battinelli
Madison Battinelli Graduate Assistant
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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 Director, Professional Development
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