Engineering the Final Stretch: Conquering Finals and Crushing Job Applications

As we approach the final week of exams, it’s easy to feel the pressure mounting. With the intensity of academic evaluations and the added stress of juggling internship and job applications, it’s no wonder this time of the semester can …

By Sachi Nandurkar
Sachi Nandurkar Career Services Ambassador
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“How to Craft a Spook-tacular Resume: The Dos and Don’ts of Hauntingly Good Job Applications”

đŸ•žïž Lose the Lingo: Keep your language straightforward and avoid using unnecessary jargon and overly complex terms. Avoid any technical terms without any background information.

🎃 Creepy Contacts: Ensure your contact details are easily accessible and use a conventional email address – no …

By Adonia Sequeira
Adonia Sequeira Career Services Ambassador
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Building and Refining Your Professional Identity

What is a professional identity, and why is it important?

Your professional identity encompasses all the goals and ideas that you have for yourself regarding your career path. According to Career Trend, you can develop your professional identity by “assessing …

By Nina Burris
Nina Burris Career Ambassador
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Ways to make your LinkedIn profile more effective for recruiters

One way of attracting recruiters and navigating the job market is by developing a personal brand. Your personal brand comprises your skills and experiences gained during your educational and professional career. An effective personal brand can differentiate you from others …

By Carolina Rivas Salgado
Carolina Rivas Salgado Career Services Fellow
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The Magic of Resume Keywords: Ways to Improve your Chances of Getting a Job

In recent years, the job market has changed drastically; hence recruiters have to change how they source candidates online. Nowadays, more companies are using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) to screen resumes; moreover, 95% of the Forbes 500 utilize these systems …

By Carolina Rivas Salgado
Carolina Rivas Salgado Career Services Fellow
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Apply Now! Graduate Professional Development Fund

SEAS Career Services is partnering with Leidos to help cover the cost of fees associated with professional engineering associations.

Students may request up to $200 to go towards the cost of professional or career activities including:

Joining or renewing membership …

By Amber Samuels
Amber Samuels Career Services Fellow
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Here’s What You Should—and Shouldn’t—Capitalize on Your Resume

As a career coach, I’ve worked alongside recruiters and heard their complaints as they review resumes. I remember one squinting at the screen as she tried to read a resume with tiny font, and another telling me she doesn’t even …

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Need Help Writing Your Cover Letter?

The Writing Center offers free 50-minute online writing consultation appointments six days a week via ZOOM. Click here to sign up for an appointment. The Center welcomes undergraduate and graduate students from all schools, at all levels, as well as …

By Amber Samuels
Amber Samuels Career Services Fellow
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Feb 11th: SEAS Resume Reviews and Feedback by Industry Professionals

Register now for the Resume Review & Feedback Event on February 11th. 

SEAS students will have the opportunity to meet with SEAS alumni and industry professionals to receive feedback on their resumes. Learn how you can improve your document and …

By Kendra Northington
Kendra Northington Senior Career Counselor
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Student Success Story: Aashis Luitel

At the W. Scott Amey Career Center, it’s our mission to empower students to be major contributors to their local and global community. We aim to do this by providing access to holistic personal and professional development. Today, meet Aashis …

By Amber Samuels
Amber Samuels Career Services Fellow
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