Expert Advice for Scoring a Career in Gaming (Handshake Campus to Career Panel)

If you’ve ever played a game that simply took your breath away and wondered how you could do it for a living, you’re in the right place. During a recent student event, Handshake brought together industry experts to discuss how …

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Top 10 glamorous customer service jobs for students, recent grads, and others early in their careers

Customer service roles are often perceived as entry-level positions, but there are certain niches within this domain that offer not only unique experiences but also a touch of glamour. These positions are particularly suitable for students, recent graduates, and those …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Journey of the Spirit: The UW Shell House Canoe Family

In this documentary, witness the spiritual and physical journey of the University of Washington’s first canoe family aboard the Willapa Spirit. It’s a story of reclaiming old traditions and starting new ones, and of reconnecting to a heritage that will …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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New climate change-centered research happening at UW

Initiative awards four pilot grants for climate change-focused projects:

The Population Health Initiative announced the award of four, $50,000 climate change-focused pilot grants to support interdisciplinary teams of University of Washington researchers to develop preliminary data or proof-of-concept needed to …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Handshake: FAQs for Finding a Job or Internship

Do you have questions about how to find a job or internship on Handshake? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. That’s why Handshake compiled answers to the most common questions from college students – check them out in their blog post!

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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What Companies Are in the Finance Field in 2023?

The finance and financial services industry includes well-known banks, like JPMorgan and Bank of America, alongside Big Four accounting firms, like EY and PwC. However, the finance industry is vast and goes well beyond banking and accounting. So, what companies …

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Check out all the scientist jobs with the Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife

Often when we meet with students about their job and internship searches, we find that they haven’t looked very far beyond the big job sites like Handshake, LinkedIn, and Indeed. But if you are seeking employment in a specialized field, …

By Kirk Heynen (He/Him)
Kirk Heynen (He/Him) Career Coach
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RSO Spotlight: Surgery Interest Association

Their third meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 4, and you can learn more on their club’s Instagram page @uw_sia

You can also reach out via email at surgeryinterestassoc@uw.edu

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Breaking into Hollywood as a Black, Trans, Queer founder

Tye-Leigha Hagood (they/them) – or Tye for short – is a Black Trans Queer filmmaker, passionate about the revolutionary act of telling LBGTQ+ stories on a mainstream level.

Tye found their passion for film early in childhood, writing their first screenplay in …

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2 Email Templates for Networking | Template Toolbox

When it comes to introducing yourself to other social-impact professionals, learning about organizations, and ultimately landing your next job, writing a strong networking email is an incredibly useful skill. Even if you aren’t currently job searching, networking is an important …

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