Career

Career Fairs 101: Making the Most of College Career Fairs

Cece Wildeman — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:03:33 +0000

With fall job fairs upon us, we want to help you get prepared so you can put that college degree to work as soon as you graduate. Many colleges hold career fairs, but who really knows how to make the most of them (i.e., do something besides just wander around aimlessly and maybe pick up a few business cards)?

Finding your Dream Job with campus2careers.com

Kelsey Damassa — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:06:34 +0000

It’s a known fact that college time is faster than real world time. Okay, so maybe that isn’t true.

5 Cool Careers You've Never Considered (But You Might Want To!)

Sarah Kahwash — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:00:01 +0000

Somewhere between formatting 12-point, Times New Roman resumes and applying to your zillionth internship, you may have forgotten that your career search should be fun and exciting. And if “fun and exciting” means pursuing law, business or medicine to you, go for it!

Resume Don'ts for College Students

Cara Sprunk — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:50:45 +0000

A resume: One document to show the world—aka that potential employer—what you’re made of. The pressure is on. With a million different ways to set up resumes and a thousand different things to put on your resume it’s easy for it to go wrong. Never fear, Her Campus is here!

A Collegiette's Guide to the Summer Internship Search

Kelsey Mulvey — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:00:01 +0000

Don’t let the chilly weather fool you: Summer is just around the corner. While some of you may be looking forward to a couple academic-free months and a stellar tan, others are getting ready for an amazing summer internship (hopefully!). And it’s time to get going on your applications!

How To Turn Down an Internship

Kristen Pye — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:00:01 +0000

Well, look at you.

The 10 Most Employable Majors

Kayla Riley — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:00:01 +0000

So you've made it to graduation day and you're about to cross the stage proudly as your parents take far too many flash photos and cry tears of joy. With any luck and a few all-nighters, you've met your goals and are ready to join the working world, but based on your major, how likely are you to land a job once you graduate college?

The Dos and Don’ts of Digital Networking

Taylor Trudon — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:17:27 +0000

With summer at a close, it’s important to maintain the professional relationships you have built through internships and work experiences.

Five Rules of Etiquette That Every Collegiette™ Needs To Know

Danai Kadzere — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:50:00 +0000

I hate to admit it just as much as any other girl, but sometimes Mom really does know best. And when it comes to manners, this is often the case.

10 Easy Ways To Save Money in College

Rachel Kossman — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:04:58 +0000

You’re a collegiette—you know what it’s like living on a tight budget. Between classes, schoolwork, internships, sports games and club meetings (not to mention dating and spending time with your girlfriends) it’s hard to find time to fit in a part-time job.

6 Internships with the Best Perks

Rebekah Meiser — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:53:30 +0000

Ask any college advisor about interning and you’ll be informed that these career previews are a cornucopia of benefits. They pad your resume, lead to networking, and of course, give a taste of the real world outside of cable television. But some internships give collegiettes™ a bit more than a comparative advantage and thicker skin.

10 Spring Internships You Can Still Apply For!

Lauren Chen — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:00:01 +0000

Looking for a last minute spring internship? Her Campus is here to help you out! We’ve compiled a list of 10 internships you can still apply for for this semester. Just type up a cover letter, upload your resume, and click submit! Check out the options below; we’ve found options in industries varying from television, to journalism, to politics.

How She Got There: Kristi Zuhlke, Founder of New Consumer Solutions LLC

Gennifer Delman — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:00:01 +0000

Name: Kristi Zuhlke
Age: 29

Job Title and Description: CEO & Founder of New Consumer Solutions LLC

The 10 Best Sites to Look for Scholarships

Lindsay Shoemake — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:00:01 +0000

With a new semester upon us and our bank accounts sadly whittled down from holiday shopping and much-needed nights out with the girls, scholarships of all amounts can certainly come in handy.

Below is a list of the 10 best sites for searching for scholarship cash—along with one scholarship from each to get you started!

It's All About the Inbox, Baby: Email Etiquette for the Aspiring Career Girl

Elyssa Goodman — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:00:01 +0000

In the immortal words of Spider-Man, “With great power comes great responsibility.” So, while it is super amazing to send and receive information via email in mere seconds, you have to remember that when you’re sending emails to potential employers, you need to maintain a respectful, professional attitude at all times.