How to Spot a Scam During Your Job Search

If you’ve ever used a job search engine such as Indeed or Monster, you may have come across some strange or otherwise perplexing job postings. These can often be amusing due to unfortunate spelling errors or odd language syntax, but …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Should I Move for a Job?

You got a job offer! Fantastic! But it’s in another town, and now you’re wondering, “Should I move for a job?” Well, the answer is … maybe.

There’s a lot to think about when you might have to move for a …

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Check out GoingGlobal’s new OPT Tool Kit!

The CSE partners with some amazing platform vendors that make up the resources in our comprehensive CSE Resource Library. These vendors are constantly providing platform updates and expansions to meet their user’s – our students! – needs. Associate Director of …

By Kristen Babineau
Kristen Babineau Associate Director, Career Strategies, MSBA Career Coach
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Careers in Finance | Winter Break Resource Round-Up

Are you about to start a job search or are you looking for a new job? As you take time off to enjoy your winter holiday break, you might be tempted to just sit back and relax, doing little or …

By Ysahbel Pereira
Ysahbel Pereira Former CSE Career Captain
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Lounging with the LinkedIn Guys | CSE Resource of the Month Series

If you rated LinkedIn as the most efficient networking platform, then you are just like me. Nevertheless, we are all imperfect when it comes to utilizing this resource to its full potential, and that’s exactly why for the month of …

By Yuxuan Zhang
Yuxuan Zhang Former CSE Career Captain
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3 Essential Differences Between a Resume and a LinkedIn Profile

You’ve likely heard that your resume and LinkedIn profile should mimic each other.

For instance, the position titles and years you held them should be the same on both mediums. If they don’t correspond, employers will wonder if you’re hiding …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Take Professional LinkedIn Profile Pictures with your Smartphone – It’s Easy!

Profile pictures are not a mandatory part of your LinkedIn profile, but they help boost your visibility and credibility to employers. One photo is enough to set a strong first impression and show potential employers a snippet of your personality. 

By Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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Happy Holidays from the CSE

Congratulations on completing your fall semester. You’ve made it through classes, finals, projects and more. Now it’s time to enjoy your well-deserved Winter Break!

The CSE will be closed December 26, 2022 – January 2, 2023. We look forward to …

By Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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Careers In Real Estate | Winter Break Resource Round-Up

Did you know the Real Estate Industry is much more than listing and selling single family homes? Are you aware that a commercial real estate deal can range from $5 million dollars to as high as $1 billion dollars? Yes, …

By Andrew Mukurazita
Andrew Mukurazita CSE Career Captain
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5 Books to Read During the Winter Break: CSE Staff Recommendations

The winter holidays are the perfect time to get cozy, sit back and relax with a good book! If you’re looking for reading inspiration during the holiday break, grab a warm beverage and check out these five book recommendations from …

By Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
Career Strategies and Engagement (CSE)
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