Help Your Child Make the Most of the Spring Job & Internship Fair
Over 37 employers have already registered to come speak with Wake Forest students at the Spring Job & Internship Fair on January 23rd regarding full-time positions and summer internships. This is...
View ArticlePreparing for the Summer Internship
So your child has just landed his or her internship for the summer. Congratulations! A pat on the back or a celebratory dinner is certainly in order, but don’t let him or her make the mistake of...
View ArticleTips for Success in the Global Marketplace
When I speak about what is required for colleges to better prepare students for the world of work, one important component is for educators to spend time with employers. This allows faculty and staff...
View ArticleTips to Rock that Summer Internship
Internships play a critical role in today’s career development process. They serve several key functions that increase a student’s clarity about their fit in the world of work as well as making a...
View ArticleNo Internship? Tips to Make the Most of Your Summer
Most students eagerly anticipate the summertime – warm, sunny days, relaxing by the pool or beach, and catching up with friends from home. But summer is a critical time for learning about the world of...
View ArticleLeveraging LinkedIn
At Wake Forest, we are fortunate to have a very strong, supportive and connected alumni network. While the OPCD staff sometimes provides direct connections to alumni, we always teach our students how...
View ArticleTop 10 Interview Tips for New College Graduates
One of the most critical stages of the job search process is the interview. While resumes, cover letters and networking might get you into the room, the job offer often comes down to the interview....
View ArticleNew Types of Feedback
Today’s post is written by Ben Magee, the Presidential Fellow in the Office of Personal and Career Development. He shares some insights gained in his first job after graduating from college. As a Wake...
View ArticleDealing with Failure
Today’s guest post comes from Ben Magee, the Wake Forest Fellow who has worked with the Office of Personal and Career Development this past year. I asked him to share things he has learned in his...
View ArticleThree Ways to Influence Others
Today’s guest post comes from Ben Magee, the Wake Forest Fellow who has worked with the Office of Personal and Career Development this past year. I asked him to share things he has learned in his...
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