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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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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Remote and PAID Summer Internships in Television

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 …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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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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Making an Impact: Anna Dykhoff ’26 Promotes Bridgewater Cares Transit 

Intern Spotlight: Anna Dykhoff ’26  

Meet Anna Dykhoff, a dedicated Marketing Intern at A&A Metro Transportation! Anna is playing a pivotal role in promoting Bridgewater Cares Transit, an affordable, same-day, on-demand public transit service designed to make travel easier for

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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INTERNSHIP? Did I read your mind right? 

If so, you are in the right place at the right time. But even if you are not currently looking for an internship, our monthly Internship 101 Workshop still has plenty to offer! Whether you are actively searching or just …

By Tasnim Rahman
Tasnim Rahman Career Peer Advisor
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Why Transfer Students Should Visit Career Services in their First Semester

Remember your first day of college? You had to adjust to a new campus, new classes, new professors, new friends and more. Everything was new. Now think about doing that day all over again at a completely new university where …

By Katie Vagen
Katie Vagen Associate Director of Internships & Career Development
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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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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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Professional References

A professional reference is a recommendation from a person who can vouch for your qualifications for a job. Generally, you will be asked for 3-5 references by HR or the hiring manager after you have gone through the interview process. …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Resume Tips for Student Athletes

Any student involved in BSU’s athletics programs knows the time and dedication required to participate and balance academics and other on-and off-campus involvement. Don’t underplay your involvement, as it demonstrates teamwork, communication skills, and a commitment to a goal.

Student …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Action Verbs for Resume Writing

Recruiters often see the same action words on a resume – led, responsible for, managed. And quite frankly, they have lost their meaning when it comes to properly communicating your accomplishments. So, let’s enhance your resume with a few action verbs …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Transferable Skills

Transferable skills are skills that you have acquired throughout your life that are transferable to things that you will be doing in the future. They are non-job-specific skills that can be used in a variety of occupations. You may have …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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5 Common Cover Letter Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Your First Job

Applying for your first job can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way to significantly improve your chances of getting hired: including a cover letter in your application whether it’s required or not. Doing so shows a level of professionalism that …

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How Graduates Can Write a Resume with No Experience

How Graduates Can Write a Resume with No Experience

Securing the best possible role after college or university is a top priority for any recent graduate. You didn’t study hard for all those years to settle for second best. But …

By Resume.io
Use professional field-tested resume templates that follow the exact "resume rules" employers look for. Easy to use and done within minutes!
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