Your resume is perfect, but will your references ghost you? Learn how to pick advocates who actually help you get hired, not hurt your chances.
Resume? Check. Cover letter? Check. But don’t let a bad reference ruin your job search. …
You applied. You followed up. Maybe you even had a solid first-round interview. And then — nothing. 📭
No reply. No rejection. Just silence.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not the problem. Recruiter ghosting is …
It’s late April. You don’t have a summer 2026 internship yet. And every time you open your laptop, the anxiety hits a little harder.
Here’s the truth: you’re not done. Not even close. Companies are still hiring for summer 2026 …
You apply to a job. It seems like a good fit. Maybe even a great fit. Or even a too-good-to-be-true fit. The recruiter is impressed. Maybe even too impressed. They ask if you’d mind switching from communicating by email to …
Being rejected for a role you’ve spent years preparing for, or having your ideas turned down, is often devastating. It can make you question your direction, skills, and even your value.
However, it may also be a turning point for …
You’re staring at your laptop screen, cursor blinking in an empty resume document. Every internship posting you’ve seen asks for “prior experience,” but here’s the catch-22: how do you get experience without experience?
Here’s the truth: you have more to …
As you get ready for the Mega Job & Internship Fair on April 2, 2026 (12 PM – 3 PM, Tinsley Center Gym), being prepared is key to making a strong impression at the job fair. Here are some important tips:
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As you stand at the threshold of your professional life—perhaps clutching a brand-new diploma, finishing a certification, or simply reassessing your path—the question “What’s next?” can feel more like a weight than a wonder. We often hear that the economy …
As we transition from 2025 to 2026, you may have already begun to list some New Year’s Resolutions for yourself. Maybe you want to pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read, make a new workout schedule, learn how to bake, or pick up a new hobby. Whatever your own personal goals may …
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Winter break is an excellent time to relax, recharge, and spend time with the people who matter most. At the same time, if you’re also looking to make the most of your time away from campus, here are a few …
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We are excited to introduce the distinguished panelists joining us to share their career journeys and insights into the helping professions.
Dr. David J. O’Malley
Professor of Social Work
Education:
Bio: Dr. O’Malley has extensive experience working with community …
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Are you exploring careers in mental health counseling, social work, psychology, school adjustment counseling or related helping professions? The Bridgewater State University Career Services Office is hosting a Career Pathways in the Helping Professions Panel to help you navigate your …
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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 …
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If you have not selected a Major or are thinking about switching your Major, the free online tools linked below can help you gain insight to make an informed decision:
BSU Majors and Minors – Access a list of all the …
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