What to Do at a Career Fair: Tips for Before, During, and After

Picture a bustling room filled with company booths, representatives with friendly smiles, and the air buzzing with possibility. That, friends, is a career fair. Whether you’re a student exploring potential career paths or a seasoned professional looking for new opportunities, …

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FROM FRONT DESK TO PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS: HOW CAREER SERVICES SHAPED ME AS A HEALTH SCIENCES STUDENT

As a Health Sciences major, much of my academic life focused on understanding healthcare systems, patient outcomes, and the science behind human wellbeing. What I didn’t expect was how much working at Career Services would shape my professional development, particularly …

By Chasity Barber
Chasity Barber STEM Recruiting Assistant
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How a Campus Job Helped Me Discover My Career Path

As a general psychology major, I began my job at Career Services seeking a stable income and looking for opportunities to form connections. But what I wasn’t expecting when I started working here was to reignite a passion that I …

By Kai Einsig
Kai Einsig Marketing Assistant
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A New Year, a New Start for Your Career Development

A new year brings a fresh start and if one of your goals this semester is to finally focus on your career, you’re right on time.
At UCF, career readiness isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about taking small, …

By Erin Grainger, CMCS
Erin Grainger, CMCS Assistant Director
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6 AI Skills to Add to Your Resume and Show You’re Ready for the Future

It’s already happening: Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries left and right. To stay ahead, you need to not only keep up with these changes but also showcase the right AI skills on your resume.

Whether you’re just starting out …

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Teamwork in the workplace: 10 qualities of an excellent team player

 

Every organization relies on good teams. Effective teamwork in the workplace helps drive the organization toward success. Here are a ten qualities that can make a team player outstanding in the workplace:

1. Show Genuine Commitment

Team players are …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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What Is Emotional Intelligence? Here’s Why It Matters at Work

When people think about what makes someone successful at work, technical skills usually come to mind first. After all, knowing how to do your job is essential, right? But what many overlook is the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ), which …

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What Are Critical Thinking Skills?

In the workplace, we’re constantly bombarded with new information to sort through and find solutions. Employers want to hire people who are good at analyzing these facts and coming to rational conclusions — otherwise known as critical thinking skills. Critical …

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15 Leadership Skills Everyone Should Know (No Matter Your Job Title!)

Leadership skills aren’t just for people with fancy titles—they’re for anyone who wants to make an impact. You don’t need to be a CEO, manager, or team lead to act like a leader. In fact, some of the most effective …

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How to Introduce Yourself in an Email the Right Way

First impressions matter—especially over email. Whether you’re reaching out to a hiring manager, a potential mentor, or an industry leader, the way you introduce yourself sets the tone for the conversation. But crafting the perfect email can feel tricky. How …

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