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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Why Starting Early is Essential for a Career in Public Administration, Government, or Law

Many students begin college thinking that if they just work hard and earn good grades, their career path will naturally unfold on its own.  The reality is that while your academic preparation is critical, there is more you need to consider – especially when …

By Heather Connell
Heather Connell Career & Life Design Advisor
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Nora Sperling ’26’s Journey to Meaningful Work at BIDMC

Finding a career that aligns with both your skills, and your values can be incredibly rewarding. For one Bridgewater State University alumna, a degree in Communications, hands-on internship experience, and a passion for giving back led her to a career in …

By Katie Muldoon
Katie Muldoon Marketing and Program Coordinator
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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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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Winter Break Plans

Finally we are edging toward Winter Break!   For many of us – students, faculty and staff – these Breaks may give us a little breathing room to slow down and relax, eat well, and refresh.  Even if you are working part or full-time during the Break – like I did …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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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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Be the Creator of Your Life and Career

BSU is joining the Life Design movement!    

About 10 years ago, two faculty from Stanford University developed Life Design, an approach that helps students think early and often about solving the ‘wicked problems’ of life and career.  Stanford students loved …

By Carol Crosby
Carol Crosby Associate Director, Life Design @BSU
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Part-Time Job vs. Internships

Are you unsure whether you should pursue a part-time job or an internship? What are some of the differences? How should you prioritize your time at BSU?

Our expert answer is: It depends…

Getting a job or an internship during …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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LinkedIn Profile Development Checklist

LinkedIn is an effective tool to network virtually with others. To allow employers, recruiters, and others to find you. Create a profile that stands out and will entice professionals to contact you once they view your profile. Use this checklist …

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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Career Advice for First Year College Students

Hey First Year students! We are here to support you! Check out these five quick steps to jump-start your career at BSU and beyond.

By Gerald Tang
Gerald Tang Executive Director
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College career service offices a great resources for job-hunting, first-generation students and recent grads

First-generation students may be at a disadvantage when searching for part-time, seasonal, internship, and entry-level jobs. Yet these students can minimize or even reverse these disadvantages or even reversed them. How? By working closely with the professionals in their college …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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