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Combating Imposter Syndrome | You Are Who You Know Yourself to Be

Should I apply for this job?

Am I even qualified?

Will they call me back?

These are just some of the questions you may ask yourself when you start reviewing the “qualifications” section of a job listing you’re excited about. …

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Handshake: How to Wow Recruiters That Message You

One of the biggest benefits of having a Handshake profile is getting messages directly from recruiters who think you could be a good fit for their jobs! Last year, employers sent more than 16 million messages to students on Handshake.

Chatting with a recruiter …

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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Virtual Employer Events: April 25 – 29

Employers are hosting virtual events and want you to attend! You can find the full list of upcoming events on Handshake: uw.joinhandshake.com/events. Here are a few that are coming up this week:

IRS: Pathways Virtual Information Session – Tuesday, 4/26, …

By Brittany Morgan (She/Her)
Brittany Morgan (She/Her) Employer Engagement & Communications Manager
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Do Not Apply – Spot a Social Media Job Scam

Social media is a hot spot to post and find job listings, but it’s not always clear what is legitimate. Unfortunately, scammers have mastered targeting and taking advantage of desperate job seekers and people fall victim to jobs that are …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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Handshake: 3 Easy Ways to Optimize Your Internship Search

A college student shares his secrets for finding the best internship opportunities on Handshake. Check out this blog post for their three simple tips for optimizing your internship search!

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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Virtual Employer Events: April 18-22

Employers are hosting virtual events and want you to attend! You can find the full list of upcoming events on Handshake: uw.joinhandshake.com/events. Here are a few that are coming up this week:

Accenture Full-Time Strategy National Info Session – Monday, …

By Brittany Morgan (She/Her)
Brittany Morgan (She/Her) Employer Engagement & Communications Manager
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Coach’s Corner: Myth Busting Tip of the Week

Myth: It is more important to have the right degree type on your resume than the experiences to get a job in the field you want.

Often having a particular degree type is a frequent listing in the “Preferred Qualifications” …

By Brittany Gaalema (She/Her)
Brittany Gaalema (She/Her) Career Coach
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4 Tips for Salary Negotiations During the Interview Process

Ah, money. We all think about so much of the time, but it can be so uncomfortable to talk about. When it comes to negotiating your salary for a new job, though, it’s critical that you find a way to …

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Handshake: How to Impress Employers at Virtual Events

Employers host a variety of virtual events on Handshake to connect with students across the country and provide an inside look at their companies. You should approach virtual event etiquette the same way you would for an in-person meeting with …

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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How to build a professional network while in college

Starting your career after college can seem like a daunting task. Oftentimes, having a degree alone may not get you your dream job and you may feel like you need to work harder to get where you want and need …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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