In today’s competitive market, navigating a job can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can unlock exciting opportunities. In this blog, we will explore some effective job search strategies which will help you land your dream career opportunity.
The Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Spring 2024 application period is here! Applications are being accepted now through Wednesday, November 15th.
The GW Career Services Council established KACIF to encourage GW students to pursue …
🕸️ 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 …
Imposter syndrome. We all heard it and all students have felt it but, what exactly is it? Though not listed as a disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual(DSM), the imposter phenomenon is extremely common. According to Psychology Today, Imposter …
With recent technological advancements and the ongoing Covid Pandemic, recruiters worldwide had to change how they used to attract, engage and retain talent in the organization. In the last few years, we have experienced a rise in remote work opportunities, …
Technology has started to take a central role in recruiting process in big firms; from sourcing to recruiting, organizations have drawn on software systems to make the process more effective and expedient. According to a pool conducted by Indeed, 82% …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Students who will be interning in necessarily-unpaid internships in the Summer of 2022 are encouraged to apply to the Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) program. Facilitated by the university’s Career Services Council and funded through the generous support …