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If you’re a high schooler considering a high school internship, way to go! You’re on the right track. As I mention in this article, it can be intimidating to start the internship process, as you need to learn about everything first! However, it will be worth your time and effort in the end. Here are […]
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While this website is primarily geared toward college students and recent graduates, I wanted to write a brief article about what to know about an internship in high school. If you’re a high school student, this probably sounds overwhelming, and you likely have more questions than answers. Here’s a brief overview about what a high
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If you’re on LinkedIn, chances are pretty good that you’ve seen them advertise LinkedIn Learning. But what is it really, and how can it benefit you (especially as a college student)? In this article, I go over what it is, what you should know, and why it might or might not be a good fit
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Life can be hard if you’re an introvert or if you struggle with social anxiety. College can be an especially difficult time–there are a ton of changes, you don’t have your usual privacy, and you have to suddenly make friends all over again. While shyness and introversion don’t always go together, they often are linked.
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It’s that time. You’ve started your job search, and you come across the dreaded application requirement: the cover letter. While cover letters might never be fun to write, they are rewarding, and they’re a great way to showcase your personality and capabilities to your potential employer. Here are some helpful do’s and don’ts for writing
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When you’re applying to jobs, internships, and scholarships, you might fall into a spot where you need to write your own letter of recommendation. This usually happens when a professor or employer is too busy to do so themselves. It is relatively common, but it can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never written a letter
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You’ve had Winter Break. Now, it’s time to get back into the swing of things. You have a fresh start with your classes, clubs, and extracurriculars. The question is: what are you going to do to make this the most productive semester possible? How will you maximize your happiness, wellbeing, and overall college experience? Below
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It’s Winter Break! Christmas and other holidays have passed, and you finally have time to think about what you want to do before returning to school. Whether you want to make the most of this Winter Break or you want to plan ahead for your next one, here are some ways to make Winter Break productive. #1:
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If you’re like me, you love reading books about the holidays. There’s something magical about seeing the atmosphere, romance, and warmth on the pages of a book. As the days get colder, there’s nothing quite like curling up with a cute book and relaxing. In honor of the approach holidays, here are five great winter
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If you’re a college student, you’re probably looking for ways to get job skills and resume builders. From internships to career counseling to volunteering to simply tuning up your resume, it can be a busy process. Recently, I stumbled across an excellent opportunity to get Coursera Plus for free through the California public library system.
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