NCAA Student Athletes

In collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh’s Career Center, the Cathy & John Pelusi Family Life Skills Program provides career and graduate school preparation services to student-athletes through a variety of events and resources, including a career consultant specifically dedicated to student-athlete career development. Students have found postgraduate study or careers at a minimum of 98% placement rate.

These resources compliment the information provided in the Career Communities, where you will find resources for specific industries and areas of study.

Student-Athlete Resume Tips to Set Yourself Apart

Student-athletes have many valuable experiences and accomplishments that are worthy of being highlighted on their resume. Their resume should also highlight the skills they have developed from playing a competitive sport. The skills acquired during college playing days are often …

By Raquel Montalvo Perez
Raquel Montalvo Perez
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Building a sustainable future requires “green”​ skills

The transition to the green economy will require a large shift in the roles and skills of workers across the globe. That means growing demand and opportunities for those with “green” skills, as well as upskilling many workers with those …

By Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn's Chief Economist
Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn's Chief Economist LinkedIn's Chief Economist
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TOP 25 GREEN, SUSTAINABLE, AND ALTERNATIVE ENERGY CAREERS

We are looking around us as parts of the world are on fire. Some of us have woken up to orange skies and darkness that looks like night during the day. People have lost their lives to flooding; homes have …

By COLLEGE CONSENSUS Editorial Team
COLLEGE CONSENSUS Editorial Team
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Learn about being a Mechanical Engineer

What does a mechanical engineer do?

A mechanical engineer’s main role is to design, build and test thermal and mechanical devices. Their services are very diverse and are typically related to all parts of the planning and execution processes. Other …

By Indeed Editorial Team
Indeed Editorial Team
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16 Things Recruiters Want To See On Your LinkedIn Profile

What recruiters want to see on your LinkedIn Profile?

1. Headline: The headline of LinkedIn is one that comes along with your profile and is very important. The headline will usually bear your name and job title in it. This …

By Lindsay Fera
Lindsay Fera Employment Development Specialist
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