Career and life planning resources for college students, recent grads, and career-changers.
Jason Mayes via Compfight Large corporations are often demonized by both consumers and employees. However, working for a large company can prove advantageous for professionals, particularly entry-level workers. Some major reasons to consider a corporate job: Better Training and Mentoring Possibly the greatest advantage to working at a large company, particularly for entry-level workers, is…
Focusing on a degree, or a college for that matter, is something that should be at the forefront of any aspiring student. However, with the many advertisements, budgets and distances needed to travel, choosing these two isn’t always easy, especially for students looking to get into their creative side. Graphic design schools have risen in…
If you’re a college senior, now is the time to begin your job search (if you haven’t already). Job hunting is frustrating for anyone, but it can be especially difficult while dealing with the stress of school and preparing for graduation. Some tips to help you get started: Get Your Resume in Order A strong…
The field of information technology offers a variety of promising job opportunities, but the rising area of cloud computing is often overlooked. Robert Howden, IT professor at Computer Systems Institute, answered some important questions about this fascinating field. Can you provide a brief explanation of cloud computing? Cloud computing is taking advantage of powerful resources…
One major step in a successful job search is target company identification. Determining the types of companies for which you’d like to work is very similar to finding your best career. You can maximize job search success by focusing on potential employers that match your personality, values, and interests. A few tips for finding your…