Summer should include a break from schoolwork, exams, and papers….but it’s a great time to do a few things to help you as you consider careers after Wellesley. Here are a few suggestions of things you might try! 1. Talk to people. Most people enjoy talking about themselves and their careers. Try to find ways to…
Elizabeth Tharakan ’06 has graciously written this blog piece on the value of networking and the Wellesley network. Take a look! “You don’t ask for a job on a date; you build a relationship.” That’s what the career services adviser at Cardozo School of Law advises law students and recent grads when it comes to…
Have you almost fallen asleep reading your cover letters? Do you think they sound staid and formulaic? Have you read the advice and still can’t make yours sound like you? Cover letters often lack enthusiasm, personality, and individuality. Here are two suggestions to help you avoid a boring cover letter: Begin by pretending you are…
On Tuesday, April 16th, the CWS invited Susan Wojewoda ’96 and Samantha Ernst ’07, who both have extensive experience working in the retail industry, to speak with students about their work and life experiences. Topics ranged from industry-related advice, to speaking about specific companies and positions. In case you missed this event, here are some…
The uniqueness of volunteering with the Mission Hill After School Program (MHASP) is that there is no such thing as a typical day at our program. Working with a group of vivacious, independently-minded, and smart kids means that you never quite know what you’re going to find when you walk in the door. This is…
Below are this week’s upcoming events and deadlines at the CWS. These listings and more can be found in MyCWS. Tuesday, April 23 – Mashable’s Online Career Fair (West Coast companies) | 1:00 pm-4:00 pm | Online – Have you been searching for your dream job in the Northeast or West Coast? Do you fantasize…
Considering a career in economic consulting? Check out these tips below from current students who have held internships within this industry. Do’s: Research the industry. Economic consulting is a special industry that stands at the crossroads of academia and the business world. Therefore, it does expect potential candidates to be equipped with basic research skills…
Below are this week’s upcoming events and deadlines at the CWS. These listings and more can be found in MyCWS. Tuesday, April 16 – Internship Pre-departure Orientation | 4:45 pm | Tishman Commons – This is a MANDATORY orientation for students receiving money from the CWS to participate in summer internships or service opportunities. Students…
Below are this week’s upcoming events and deadlines at the CWS. These listings and more can be found in MyCWS. Monday, April 8 – SAP University App Rumble Application Deadline | NOON – Do you have a great idea for a mobile app? If so, then SAP wants to hear from you! We’re asking students…
You’ve submitted your internship applications, you know where you’re headed (or at least, fairly sure), and now you’re thinking — where am I going to live? Take a look at our Top 5 Tips when planning your summer housing search. 1. Talk to your friends: Do you have friends heading to the same location? Do…