Jobs & Careers
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Career Center - by Carie Bishop
Hiring managers must have a private cache of resumes that make them chuckle. Imagine reading through a batch of applications from job candidates who spell their college name incorrectly, list a dead telephone number, or submit a document that itemizes five pages of former jobs, going back to the car wash where they labored during hot summers in high school. Ouch.
If you’re going to land a job upon graduation, you’re going to need a strong…
Monday, August 18, 2008
Career Center - by Carie Bishop
Congratulations. You’ve completed your degree work or training program and have had a successful interview for a job in your field. It may not be your first job in your chosen career, but for now it’s the most important one. While it’s true that most entry-level candidates serve at the discretion of the parent company, you do have leverage in negotiating your salary. Tact, wisdom, and strategy plays a large role.
Do Your Homework
Use one or…
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Career Center - by Carie Bishop
In the post-911 millennium, the American notion of law enforcement has taken on fresh meaning, and the career marketplace has witnessed increased hiring associated under the umbrella of Homeland Security. To match the need for highly trained law enforcement personnel to fill these new roles, colleges and trade schools have broadened their curriculum.
Whether training students in intelligence gathering and security procedures, or offering coursework in IT security, computer forensics, and criminal investigation, online colleges serve…
Friday, June 6, 2008
Career Center - by Carie Bishop
If you’ve generated debt from student loans during your time in college, it can take time to pay it all off. After graduation, you may have your hands full simply trying to find an entry-level job that will cover your rent, put food on the table, and start you along your career path — leaving [...]
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