How NOT to panic about your job search

First things first, put down the tissues and remind yourself why you went to college in the first place—to get a degree that will lead to a successful job and life—and YOU DID IT! Congratulations are in order! Next, stop talking to your friends about the jobs they already have lined up after graduation. According …

Learn how to tell your STAR stories for your next interview

Last week we talked about branding yourself and introduced the six leadership skills. An essential element of branding yourself is being able to articulate the qualities and characteristics people know they are always going to get from you. Today, we are going to review the STAR Method, which is a structure for answering interview questions …

Showing thanks for summer internship or job

You're probably gearing up for the school year, wrapping up a summer internship or job and imagining being back on the bricks of Athens. First, congrats! It's a lot of responsibility to work all summer and your experience will prepare you for the upcoming school year and your professional career. Often emphasis is placed on …

How to get the most out of your internship in a new city

Getting a summer internship is an amazing accomplishment that provides you with the chance to learn something new.  Along with a new learning experience, you also may get the opportunity to experience something new as well like moving to a new city for a period of time.  Accepting an internship away from home can be …

How to budget your unpaid internship

Throughout your four years college, you hope to achieve many things; joining a new club, making new friends, trying new foods and gaining the college experience. While doing some of those things seems easy and like a no-brainer, it sometimes can be a lot harder than expected. Most schools require you to graduate with 120 …

Weird interview questions to keep in mind

"Tell me about yourself." "Why do you want to work for this company?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" All of these are questions you might expect to answer in an interview. But, you might not always be prepared for those not-so-normal interview questions that could arise. Strange interview questions are not necessarily something you …

How to Stand Out in an Employers Inbox

Think about how many emails you receive in a day that you scroll right past. A potential employer probably sees at least double the amount of emails in their inbox a day. If you're trying to get in touch with an employer, it's important to catch their attention, so you don't get pushed to the …

Key Tips Before Meeting a Future Employer

Preparing to meet a possible future employer can be very nerve-wracking. Whether it is a job interview, networking event, or even a coffee meet-up, it is super important to bring your A game. With the Fall Career & Internship Fair right around the corner, it's so crucial to make sure you are on top of …

Didn’t Land an Internship? Here’s What to do Instead

Finding a summer internship can be extremely stressful and difficult.  For college students today, there is an enormous amount of pressure to get internship experience before graduating and heading into the real world. Although an internship does look great on a resume and can teach you valuable skills, there are other ways to grow and gain …

How to Nail Your Internship

So you've secured a summer internship? That's awesome! ...However, it is only the beginning.  To get the most out of your experience and ensure success, here's what you should do: Clarify what is expected of you as an employee.  It is good to be aware of all your job responsibilities ahead of time.  That way, …