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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Paid Internships with the Pennsylvania Auditor General Intern to Hire Program

Are you seeking a paid internship that can lead to full-time employment? The Pennsylvania Auditor General’s Office offers paid auditing internships throughout the year for students and recent graduates who want hands-on experience serving the citizens of Pennsylvania.

Who Is …

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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Guide To Professional Attire (With Examples)

In this article, we take a closer look at the different types of business attire, examples of clothing types and the situations they’re appropriate for.

Business attire is the clothing you wear in professional settings. You might decide how to …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Tips to use AI The Right Way for A Resume

Two things are true:
Here’s how to use AI tools the right way
Fix your writing
Make your resume shorter and more compact
Get feedback and tips to improve it

Adapted from ‘The truth about AI and resumes’ by Pamela …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Campbell gains perspective, earns award through internship

February 17, 2025

Emily Campbell believes that every person is created with inherent dignity and that it’s vital for that dignity to be honored. When she observed that women around her and globally were not receiving adequate medical care, it …

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University Communications
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Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace: tips from the autism society of Northwestern Pennsylvania

Equip your organization with the tools to foster an environment where every individual’s potential is valued. Embrace neurodiversity and witness the positive transformation it brings to your workplace.

Working Environment
Workplace Options

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Internship Application for Academic Credit (Using Handshake)

The deadline to apply for internship credit is two weeks before the start of the semester in which you plan to intern.
Step 1: Student meets with Faculty Advisor to discuss the following
Step 2: Complete the internship application in …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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$330K grant to boost internship experiences

Pennsylvania Western University has received a three-year, $332,000 grant from the McElhattan Foundation to enhance student internship experiences and meet workforce needs in Clarion and Venango counties. The three-year grant will provide stipends for PennWest students pursuing paid or unpaid …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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Students Reveal Obstacles Preventing Them From Taking Internships

January 27, 2025 | By Kevin Gray

When students responding to NACE’s 2024 Student Survey were asked to identify the obstacles preventing them from participating in internships, their responses revealed they attributed their decision to a lack of time, concerns over …

By Christina Moreschi
Christina Moreschi Director of Career Engagement
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