Written by Christina B, English '18 and Berenice P, Psychology '20 updated 2/28/2020 If you're thinking about attending a Career Fair this year, but aren't sure exactly how to make the most of the experience - you've come to the right place! Sit back, relax and peruse these key tips provided by our very own counselor, Chelsea. Whether you’re attending the UP Spring Job … [Read more...] about Top 8 Tips and Tricks for Career Fair Success
Success in the Workplace
Professional Attire
By Christina B, English '18 Career Fair season is upon us, and with the nerves such an event brings on, we might forget how to dress to impress. Sure, we know that wearing jeans to a professional event is not the best move, but after a long day of class and no time to run home to change, jeans may be the only option. Not a good look… While a career fair is not a job interview, … [Read more...] about Professional Attire
How to Info Interview…
Written by Christina B, English '18 Cellar Door is a quaint coffee shop in Southeast Portland with a wooden interior: wood floorboards, tables, chairs, and the dark counter top where the contrasting white Square Register rests. There are two baristas listening to mellow indie music. One asks the other if he can take a smoke break. I take in the room as I set my things down … [Read more...] about How to Info Interview…
Employee Etiquette 101
| By Cristina Scalzo | Walking into a new job with a new boss and new co-workers can be daunting. You may be unsure of what to wear or how to act within the office. Although every work place differs in environment and expectation, there are a few standard points of work etiquette that every employee should follow. • First and foremost, always reach the office on time. … [Read more...] about Employee Etiquette 101
Social Media and Professionalism
| By Ally Mueller | In today’s internet age, most of you likely have more than one social media account. I personally love social media, and use Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and LinkedIn on a regular basis. While you may assume that LinkedIn is the only social media outlet that relates to professionalism, this is far from the case. Every single post, picture, or tweet … [Read more...] about Social Media and Professionalism