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Job Search Advice

Job Shadowing: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Get Started

Ever wondered what it’s really like to work in a certain job? Job shadowing might be your golden ticket to finding out, without the applications, interviews, and time commitment of a full-on internship.

So, What Is Job Shadowing?

Job shadowing …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Attention All May 2025 Graduates!

Congratulations on graduating! Your hard work has paid off and it’s time to celebrate! 🎉

Handshake Access for May 2025 Grads

As a PennWest graduate, you have access to our career management platform, Handshake. Search for and apply to jobs and …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Disability Job Search Website Curated by Integrate Autism

Neurodiversity Career Connector – Neurodiversity@Work Roundtable Job Marketplace
A simple way for candidates to see the type of roles and skill sets companies are hiring for and how to apply to each company. The Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Roundtable is a …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Career Resources for Veterans

Feds Hire Vets fedshirevets.gov
Operated by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Serves as OPM’s government-wide veterans’ employment website and is a critical component of the federal government’s strategy for the recruitment and employment of veterans.

Hire Heroes USA

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Pennsylvania Auditor General Intern to Hire Program

Are you searching for a paid internship that can lead to full-time employment? Have you obtained your Associate degree within the last 6 months or are you currently enrolled and pursuing your Bachelor’s degree as a rising junior, senior, or …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Are college career fairs worth it? Information from Handshake

Employers reveal what they look for at a career fair, and how you can stand out.

Not sure whether to sign up for a career fair? This should convince you! Employers come to career fairs because they genuinely want to …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Craft the Perfect Follow-Up Email (From Enterprise Mobility)

When it comes to job hunting, one key strategy that separates a good candidate from a great one is the follow-up email. A well-crafted follow-up email may seem like a small gesture, but it can significantly impact how potential employers …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Freelancing for Students and New Grads

Think 9-to-5 isn’t your thing? Welcome to the party. Many students and grads crave more freedom, and freelancing offers just that. As a freelancer, you choose your clients, rates, and schedule. No micromanaging boss, no dependencies on your colleagues, just …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Students Recognize the Importance of Gaining Internship Experience

The percent of graduating seniors who participated in an internship is the highest that NACE has recorded in the past six years, according to results of NACE’s 2024 Student Survey.

More than two-thirds of 2024 graduating seniors engaged in an …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Recent Alumni Using Handshake

These instructions are for graduates from the past 150 days.

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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