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  • Best Jobs with No College Education

    Best Jobs with No College Education

    8/25/2020

    When discussing job opportunities, our culture focuses on the bachelor’s degree. We have gathered five of the best jobs that require no college education. Click to see what they are....
  • From College to the Real World

    From College to the Real World

    7/29/2015

    If you’ve just graduated with your degree, no doubt you’re excited to start your career. Classes are finished, exams are over, and you’ve landed your first job. Congratulations! It’s all smooth sailing from now on in…or is it?
  • Interview Questions for Hiring College Interns

    Interview Questions for Hiring College Interns

    7/18/2018

    Offering a college internship program can be a rewarding experience. You'll enjoy the benefits of having extra hands on deck—plus, your employees will stretch their own skill sets by serving as mentors to younger professionals. Be sure to include these interview questions on your list the next ti...
  • Employment Outlook for 2019 College Graduates

    Employment Outlook for 2019 College Graduates

    5/6/2019

    If you'll be a member of the Class of 2019, you're in luck when it comes to the job search. The outlook for 2019 college graduates is bright. According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges, employers plan to hire 16.6 percent more new grads this year than they did in 2018...
  • 5 Things to Consider When Hiring College Seniors for Post-Grad

    5 Things to Consider When Hiring College Seniors for Post-Grad

    5/16/2018

    Even with all the preparation available at most university campuses, some new college grads still struggle with the transition into the “real world.” This can be due to a variety of reasons, including immaturity, external hardships, or just plain inexperience. There’s a lot to be said for hiring ...
  • How to Stay Current in Your Career Well after College

    How to Stay Current in Your Career Well after College

    3/2/2020

    Even after you've graduated and landed your dream job, your work isn't done. Many things can happen along the way on your career path. Your company may go out of business, downsize, or your job skills could begin to become obsolete.
  • Should You Have Your College Activities And Coursework On Your Resume?

    Should You Have Your College Activities And Coursework On Your Resume?

    12/5/2018

    Should you have your college activities and coursework on your resume? Your initial impulse may be an unequivocal, “Yes!” You spent an incalculable amount of time and energy—not to mention a very calculable amount of money—studying your major. Your answer should actually lean more toward, “Someti...
  • Does Your Major Really Matter when Looking for a Job?

    Does Your Major Really Matter when Looking for a Job?

    2/17/2017

    Where are you going to college? What are you going to major in? What kind of job are you going to get with that major? Will you make enough money to support yourself with that degree?
  • Do Internships Really Matter on Resumes or are They Just a Way to Get Your Foot in the Door?

    Do Internships Really Matter on Resumes or are They Just a Way to Get Your Foot in the Door?

    3/20/2017

    Internships have become an unspoken requirement of a college education. How important is it to showcase them on your resume though? Read more.
  • Building a Future: Why Skilled Trade Professions Are a Wise Investment

    Building a Future: Why Skilled Trade Professions Are a Wise Investment

    9/3/2023

    The big push for college is still very real, but more and more people are realizing how wise it is to invest in trade school instead. Discover how this path can provide more bang for your buck.
  • The Finance Majors Already Have Jobs, but the Hiring Outlook Is Still Great for Other Grads

    The Finance Majors Already Have Jobs, but the Hiring Outlook Is Still Great for Other Grads

    5/2/2018

    How’s the hiring outlook for college graduates this year? There’s still no cause for worry. The Class of 2018 is leaving campus at a particularly fortunate time. Even if you started late, it doesn’t mean you can’t start smart. Begin devoting time now—on a daily basis—to your search. Here are some...
  • The Top Schools Offering Tech programs in the DMV

    The Top Schools Offering Tech programs in the DMV

    7/2/2020

    From quantum computing and smartphones to every bit of code and digital device in between, given our society’s reliance on and obsession with technology, there’s little doubt tech jobs will dominate the workforce in the very near future—that is, if the robots still allow us to work.
  • 6 Growing Non-Faculty Career Paths in Higher Ed Post-COVID

    6 Growing Non-Faculty Career Paths in Higher Ed Post-COVID

    5/25/2021

    When pondering what post-pandemic employment looks like in higher education, it is easy to get wrapped up in how—and if—faculty will continue delivering instruction virtually.
  • 5 Things Recent Grads Need to Know about Entering the Workforce

    5 Things Recent Grads Need to Know about Entering the Workforce

    5/15/2019

    Finding a job as a new graduate can sometimes be a scary prospect. You’ve got the whole world ahead of you, how do you gain a foothold? Read on for five things you should know before stepping out into the real world.
  • What Are Tuition Reimbursement Programs? And Should You Offer Them?

    What Are Tuition Reimbursement Programs? And Should You Offer Them?

    12/12/2018

    Aside from the financial exchange, though, does helping employees with education costs help the company? The answer appears to be “yes.” Here’s why.
  • Education vs. Experience: What's Most Important to Employers

    Education vs. Experience: What's Most Important to Employers

    8/16/2023

    When potential employers scan your resume, what are they really looking for? Find out whether education or experience actually wins them over.
  • Putting My Graduate Degree to Work: Does It Really Give Me a Competitive Edge?

    Putting My Graduate Degree to Work: Does It Really Give Me a Competitive Edge?

    12/14/2015

    Will a graduate degree give you a competitive edge? Find out.
  • Why the Outlook for Graduates in 2015/16 is so Promising

    Why the Outlook for Graduates in 2015/16 is so Promising

    9/10/2015

    2015 is proving to be one of the best year’s ever for graduates seeking employment. According to Challenger, Gray & Christmas Inc. forecast, this year’s crop of graduates is entering the strongest entry-level job market since the period of expansion that preceded the last recession. Companies are...
  • Top Interview Resources for Employers

    Top Interview Resources for Employers

    4/24/2019

    Here's a roundup of our top interview resources for employers. Read up, and get ready to hire top talent!
  • Essential Skills For Higher Ed Faculty in a Post-Pandemic World

    Essential Skills For Higher Ed Faculty in a Post-Pandemic World

    5/27/2021

    As colleges and universities look ahead to the fall 2021 semester, many faculty members are wondering how more than a year of virtual instruction will impact their roles in years to come.
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