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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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Unlock Opportunities: A guide to Job Search Strategies 

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. 

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By Prima Sanghvi
Prima Sanghvi Career Services Ambassador
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Funding for Unpaid Internships: KACIF Application NOW OPEN!

KACIF Spring 2024 Application NOW OPEN!

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 …

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”

🕸️ 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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Imposter Syndrome and How You Can Fight Against It 

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 …

By Linda Nisanova
Linda Nisanova Career Services Fellow
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