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Spring NACE Surveys
By E.W., 4/30 According to several of the latest NACE surveys, the outlook for employment is mixed for the Class of 2013. First, NACE reports that the 13 percent increase in job openings that had been projected in the fall of 2012 is failing to live up to expectations. Instead, the projection has flattened to […]
Writing Careers Blog – Firethorne
By E.W. 4/18/13 According to their statement on the Gustavus website, the Firethorne is a “student-run literary magazine comprised solely of student work.” And while the magazine presents a fantastic outlet for Gusties to share their creative work, for Gustavus students interested in writing and publishing, the Firethorne offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity. First and foremost, […]
Minnesota’s Economy is Rising…Sort of
By E.W., 4/15/13 While it is still far too early to say that Minnesota’s economy has made a full come back, recent numbers show that the job market is not nearly as bleak as it once was. According to the Star Tribune, nearly 12,100 new jobs were created in nearly every sector in the month […]
Tips for Science Majors
By E.W., 3/26/13 For all of you who are science majors, there are some helpful hints just for you that will help you in obtaining job after college. According to some of the most well-known science companies in the nation including PACE Analytical Services, Kelly Scientific Resources, and Aerotek, the form in which resumes and […]
The Only 2 Things You Need to Know About Networking
By E.W. , 3/19/13 I have written several blogs about networking and given hints about how to start, how to do it better, and with whom you should connect. However, according to Isa Adney, networking is all about two things: making friends and working hard. Adney states that in the real working world, people are […]
Job Shadow and Informational Interviews
3/5/13, By E. W. Job shadowing and informational interviews can be very helpful when figuring out your career path. To do either, however, you must first understand the difference. Job shadowing is when you basically act as a shadow: you follow someone around as he or she goes about a regular day. You simply observe […]
Why Every New Grad and Job-seeker Should Volunteer
By E.W. 3/4/13 With loans up to your eyeballs after graduation, the thought of taking a job without pay is inconceivable. But that’s what volunteering is, and according to the Minnesota Private College Career Consortium, there are six very good reasons why every new grad and jobseeker should be volunteering. 1. It puts experience on […]
Benefits To Look For
2/27/13, By E.W. When finding a job is a challenge in and of itself, finding one with good benefits is not always a high priority. However, keeping in mind some information about benefits can make your overall work-life quality a lot better. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) took a look at some […]
FaceWash App
2/18/13, By E.W. If you are getting ready for a move in your career, you probably have some sort of checklist to make sure everything is ready. Prepare a resume, write up a cover letter, practice interviewing, have the suit cleaned, etc. And while that list is a good start, […]
Writing Careers 5 – Technical Writing
By E. W. 2-14-13 If you see writing as part of your future, but would also like to keep a hand in technology, medicine, or environmental protocols, perhaps you should look into the field of technical writing. According to the Society for Technical Communication, technical writing is defined as have […]