Advice Giving By: Pat Donahue, Executive Director for Career Development As a parent of two daughters at IU, I am very excited to see them for Thanksgiving. Because we live in Bloomington, I see them quite often, usually when they are borrowing the washing machine for laundry, borrowing the car to go out with… Read more »
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Government: 9 Federal Job Search Tips That’ll Help You Land That Government Job
Landing a federal job can be an overwhelming—and often frustrating—process. But there’s no place to make a difference for our country quite like the government, which touches all aspects of our lives, from the air we breathe to the food we eat to homeland security to helping the homeless. As the nation’s largest employer with… Read more »
Business: How to Break Into Sales & Business Development
Ever wondered how to get started working in PR, entertainment, finance, or another profession? Over the next two weeks, we’re putting together a guide to breaking into these cool fields and more, brought to you by those who know it best. Check in all week for an inside look at how to launch your dream… Read more »
Science: 11 of the Fastest Growing Green Jobs
Green jobs benefit both the economy and the environment, and include everything from alternative fuels to tasty foods. Urban Growers – A chef picks “farm fresh” produce from an unusual source—a rooftop apple orchard planted among the high-rises of downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. The Fairmont Waterfront hotel project showcases two large sectors of the growing… Read more »
Communication & Culture: 12 Reasons Everyone Should Learn Another Language
“I’d love to speak another language, but…” Over the years, I’ve heard more reasons not to learn a language than I ever would have imagined. I even used to make excuses for myself, before I learned my first new language, Spanish. I’ve yet to hear (or come up with) a single good reason for not learning a… Read more »
Health & Human Services: Med School Rankings: Fact or Fiction
If you’re planning to apply to medical school, you have quite a few options, so you’ll need to dedicate some time to determining which school is your best fit. Fortunately, organizations like U.S. News & World Report rank everything from real estate to educational programs. You might find what this site has to say about your schools of… Read more »
Information Technology & Data: 5 Lessons From Women in Tech That You’ll Use Your Entire Career
These days, it seems like there is always a new “it” gadget or app creating buzz. Whether it’s something that turns your house into a smart home, or an app with real-time rapid fire questions (HQ, anyone?), there is constantly something new coming out of the tech industry. So, if you want to be in… Read more »
Arts & Entertainment: 5 (Non-Artistic) Career Paths for Arts Lovers
If you have a passion for art or music (or both!), you probably know you want a creative career. But unless you’re ready to pick up a paintbrush or croon into a microphone, it can be hard to find a gig that will truly fulfill your need for that kind of creative outlet. Well, good news:… Read more »
Director’s Cut: The Value of a Good Cover Letter
The Value of a Good Cover Letter By: Pat Donahue, Executive Director for Career Development In the Internet Age, do you still need to write cover letters? Won’t a brief email work just as well? No. And here’s why. Although the Internet has spawned all forms of new communication styles through email, social media,… Read more »
How to get involved with clubs on campus and volunteering opportunities
By Kathie Nussbaum Getting involved in a club or volunteering either on or off campus is a huge part of feeling a part of the community at IU Bloomington. It takes initiative for sure and the benefits are huge. So how do you go about getting involved? First, be sure to check out BeINvolved under… Read more »