CareerSpring: A Resource that Expands Support for First-Generation Students

Launching your career is a whole new journey and you don’t have to travel it alone.

At Bridgewater State University, first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) students have access to dedicated support through the Career Services & Internships office, including career advising, …

By Katie Vagen
Katie Vagen Director of Career Development
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Transitioning from College to Corporate: Your Late-Summer Prep Checklist

The shift from campus life to a full-time corporate role requires more than just showing up on day one. This guide breaks down the practical steps recent graduates need to take in late summer to set themselves up for success, …

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How to leverage your summer internship into a full-time offer

By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com

Congrats, you crushed your summer internship! 

If you clicked with your colleagues and boss, enjoyed the work, and felt right at home with company culture, you may be disappointed that the internship is …

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What Is a Staffing Firm or a Temporary Employment Agency?

A staffing firm acts as a bridge between employers and job seekers. Companies rely on staffing agencies to find qualified employees quickly, while job seekers gain access to opportunities that may not be advertised publicly.

Many staffing firms recruit for …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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One Goal for This Semester: Build Your Career Readiness

With the new semester underway, comes new experiences, and new opportunities to learn, grow, and prepare for your future. 

Whether you’re just beginning your first year at BSU or set to graduate this semester, developing your career readiness is an …

By Anastasia Krueger
Anastasia Krueger Early Career Engagement Advisor
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Finding the Right Major for You

If you’re still deciding on a major or wanting to make a change, you’re not alone. According to a the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) “up to 75% of college students change their major at least once” during their educational …

By Anastasia Krueger
Anastasia Krueger Early Career Engagement Advisor
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Supporting BSU Graduate Students

Most graduate students are working full-time in their field while completing academic courses in the evening.   Keeping this in mind, the Career Services & Internships office has made all of our individual career advising appointments available virtually for your convenience.  You can schedule a virtual appointment with a …

By Jill Satamraju
Jill Satamraju Assistant Director of Internships & Career Development
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Standing Out in a Competitive Job Market: Start Earlier Than You Think

It’s no secret that the job market is tough right now.  There are many factors that influence the economy, causing employment demand to expand and contract in ways that are not always predictable. Rather than leaving your career prospects to the whims …

By Heather Connell
Heather Connell Career & Life Design Advisor
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5 mistakes students and recent grads make before accepting a job offer

Getting through the final round of interviews feels like crossing the finish line, but in reality, you’re in the most delicate part of the race. The period between that last “thank you” and actually signing on the dotted line is …

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6 interview mistakes students and recent grads make, according to recruiters and hiring managers

You’ve finally cleared the biggest hurdle—the recruiter called back, and the interview is on the calendar. But for many recent grads, this is where the wheels fall off. It’s easy to think that if you just show up and answer …

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How to respond to “tell me about yourself” without sounding scripted

By Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

It’s one of the most dreaded interview questions (or prompts, really): “Tell me about yourself.” Many early-career professionals mistakenly treat this as an opportunity for small talk, a recap …

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10 signs the early career job market is heating up in May 2026

If you’ve spent the last couple of years feeling like the job market was a high-stakes game of “musical chairs” where the music stopped every five minutes, I have some news for you. Take a deep breath. Shake off that …

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