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Building Confidence in the Job Search: A Guide for BIPOC Talent

There’s no denying we’ve come a long way toward equality throughout history — though that doesn’t mean we still don’t have a long way to go. Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) can still have a difficult time looking for …

By Joel Anne Sweithelm
Joel Anne Sweithelm Senior Special Events Coordinator
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Can Your Alma Mater Help You Land a Job?

Can Your Alma Mater Help You Land a Job?

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By Alissa Clark
Alissa Clark
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Return-to-Work Programs Come of Age

Return-to-Work Programs Come of Age
Companies can benefit from hiring mid-career professionals who’ve taken a break.

Millions of American women left the workforce during the pandemic, mostly to provide care for families when schools and other …

By Alissa Clark
Alissa Clark
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How to Ask for an Informational Interview (and Get a “Yes”)

The informational interview is the secret tool everyone should have in their back pocket. A hybrid of an amazing networking opportunity, an info session, and a job interview, it can give anyone looking for a job or pondering a career …

By Elliott Bell
Elliott Bell
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“Dos and don’ts” for international student job seekers

When you’re an international student, there are certain hurdles you must jump through when looking for internships or full-time jobs after graduation.

During a recent Handshake Career Event, we talked with two people who have valuable insight on how you …

By HANDSHAKE TEAM - Employer panel
HANDSHAKE TEAM - Employer panel
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Writing a federal resume differs from crafting a resume for the private sector. Federal resumes adhere to specific guidelines and …

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) reads resumes and curriculum vitae by parsing, or electronically analyzing the text. It extracts key …

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