With over 830 million members and 58 million registered employers, LinkedIn is one of the most popular professional networking platforms worldwide. In fact, 87% of recruiters regularly use LinkedIn to find new hires.
Consider building your resume by completing a Study Abroad experience. Bridgewater students have many options when it comes to studying abroad! We offer programs at more than 300 programs in 60-plus countries around the world. Programs range in length from one week to …
By Jill Gardosik
Jill GardosikAssistant Director of Internships & Career Development
Getting involved or working on campus is one of the best ways to prepare for your future career. Whether you’re leading a student organization, working in a campus office, or volunteering, these experiences help you develop powerful skills such as …
Most students and recent grads know they need a strong resume to land interviews. What many don’t realize is that their first “reader” won’t be a recruiter or hiring manager—it will be a piece of software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) …
We are incredibly proud of the work happening at Bridgewater State University’s Career Services & Internships Office as we continue to support students and advance the mission of Bridgewater State University as an engine for supporting the Massachusetts local and …
One of the best ways to explore your career interests is to conduct informational interviews. An informational interview is simply the term for speaking with a person working in a career or industry that sparks your curiosity. The goal of …
By Jill Gardosik
Jill GardosikAssistant Director of Internships & Career Development
If you still need to declare a major, or are considering changing your current major, then you will want to consider following this advice. As you prepare to register for courses, try to select courses that are in the majors …
By Jill Gardosik
Jill GardosikAssistant Director of Internships & Career Development
Writing, PR, production, casting, choreography, costume, directing, music, animation – what do you want to explore in the television industry?
Each summer, the Television Academy offers paid, eight-week, full-time internships in these areas and more for college students interested in working …
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.
Attention BSU Students! Are you gearing up for an internship or job interview and feeling the pressure to look your best? Look no further—our brand-new Bear Essentials Closet is here to help you shine!
When you receive a job offer, it can be very easy to focus mainly on the annual salary amount. In order to make a well-informed decision about whether you will accept the offer, it is in your best interests to …
By Jill Gardosik
Jill GardosikAssistant Director of Internships & Career Development
Nervous about an upcoming interview? Don’t know how to prepare? Complete a mock interview on Big Interview! Big Interview is a job interview training software that offers video mock interviews with AI feedback, written and video job search and interview …
By Tracey Gray
Tracey GrayAssociate Director, Employer Engagement and Outreach
In the vibrant realm of art and design, there’s no denying the importance of a well-crafted resume and a compelling cover letter. These documents are essential for showcasing your education, coursework, employment, skills, and more. However, when showcasing your creative …
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, …