Featured Employer:  Taylor & Company PC

Taylor & Company is a full-service tax, accounting, and business consulting firm located in North Attleboro, MA.  Founder Mike Taylor has been in practice for over 23 years, and he founded Taylor & Company 15 years ago.  Taylor & Company’s …

By Amy Kirkcaldy
Amy Kirkcaldy Assistant Director of Employer Engagement and Outreach
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Stepping Up: How to Present Your Best Professional Self 

When interviewing for a job or internship, your first interaction with an employer often begins with an email or a phone conversation. From that very first point of contact, the interviewer is evaluating your professionalism. Below are tips on how …

By Tracey Gray
Tracey Gray Associate Director, Employer Engagement and Outreach
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Checking in on Your Wellness

Feeling stressed lately?   It may be time to check on what is impacting your stress levels.    

The first stage of Life Design@BSU is to learn about yourself, right now, at this moment.  In my Designing Your BSU class, in which …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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Podcasts to Kickstart your Career Development

Produced with the help of ChatGPT 

Why listen to podcasts when you’re job/internship hunting or thinking about your career? 

Podcasts provide flexibility because you can listen while commuting, doing laundry, washing dishes, walking to class, exercising, or simply …

By Amy Kirkcaldy
Amy Kirkcaldy Assistant Director of Employer Engagement and Outreach
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What if I Receive More Than One Job Offer?

If you are interviewing with several companies at the same time, you might start to feel anxious about potentially receiving more than one job offer.  What should you share with your interviewers at each company?  What if you receive an …

By Jill Gardosik
Jill Gardosik Assistant Director of Internships & Career Development
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Considering Health-related Graduate Programs?

Check out the recent recording from admission representatives from UMass Chan Medical School and MGH’s Institute of Health Professions on how to put together a successful graduate school application.

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Considering Law School?

Hear from admission representatives from Suffolk Law School and UMass Law School on how to put together a successful law school application through a recent webinar we conducted.

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Resume Writing: Tips and Tricks for Your Career Service Resource Library

Resumes serve as the gateway to career opportunities, making it essential for job seekers, especially college students, to craft compelling and effective resumes. Career service professionals play a crucial role in guiding students through this process. In this blog post, …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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How To Tie A Tie

There are many ways to tie a tie. One of the simplest ones is the Half Windsor tie. Follow these quick, easy steps (see below) to achieve the Half Windsor and score that dream job with confidence and style!

To …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Cover Letter Writing – The Middle Paragraph

Although not mandatory for every job application, cover letters are often welcomed by employers. They provide insight into the applicant’s view of their suitability for the role and give an impression of their writing abilities, which could be crucial for …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Management Consulting – Case Interview Tips

Before attending a management consulting interview, it’s vital to understand what the interviewer will be looking for. You’ll typically face a business problem or scenario requiring you to devise a practical and sensible solution. Below are some tips that can …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Tips To Stand Out At Your Internship

Networking and engaging in informational interviews are pivotal practices when exploring careers and seeking future employment. Networking involves establishing informal contacts and nurturing relationships that yield information, advice, and additional connections. These efforts can significantly aid in making well-informed career …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Thank You Email (or Card) – An Important Step After A Job Interview

Sending a thoughtful thank you card after an interview can be the deciding factor in whether you get a job offer or not. It’s also your chance to make a lasting good impression. Here are some straightforward tips for writing …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Overcome Three Common Job Search Challenges

While searching for a job or internship, pay attention to the process and how your application materials are being received. It’s very easy to externalize issues in the job search and attribute struggles to the job market, interviewers, and the …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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401(a) vs 401(k): What’s the Difference? Is One Better Than the Other?

Are you ready to start investing in your retirement? While you might know that you should save for when you’re too old to work, understanding the savings options of 401(a) vs. a 401(k) can feel like a job in and …

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