Career coaches and alumni provide advice on what employers value and how resiliency can be an anchor throughout your career.
“Having a solid foundation of your values, skills and interests can serve as a great starting point in your job search strategy.”
- Maddie Kindig, Assistant Director For Graduate Student Professional Success
“Be knowledgeable about your desired industry’s background so you can be ready for any conversation.”
- Ali Woodruff ’11, Apple TV+
“Feeling uncomfortable in new situations? That’s actually a good sign! This ‘be comfortable with the uncomfortable’ mindset demonstrates such qualities. Lean into that discomfort by sharing ideas if you are shy, listening when you are normally talkative, volunteering for new projects, asking for help and building your professional network of alumni even when it all feels intimidating or overwhelming. When you feel uncomfortable, you are pushing boundaries, gaining confidence and developing new skills.”
- Lori Bolton, Career Coach
“Network as much as possible. You can learn something from everyone you talk to, even if it is just learning about something that you don’t want to do! You also don’t know who the people that you talk to know, or what kind of career opportunities they can open up for you.”
- Grant Warner ’24, Secret Service Intern Pathways Program
“Gain first-hand knowledge and connect with people already working in your desired field. They can provide valuable insights into company culture, day-to-day tasks and the skills most sought-after. Partnering with a career coach can help you pinpoint areas where your skills may not fully align with your career goals.”
- Barbara Harvey, Career Coach
“Be hungry, be nice, be patient and take a leap of faith.”
- Stacey Dunten ’19, Nickelodeon
“It’s important to remember that your resume is your first impression to an employer. Tailoring your resume to each job you apply to shows your interest and understanding of the roles you are applying for and can help you stand out in the application process.”
- Megan D’Angelo, Career Coach
