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Let’s Talk About Things to Consider in your Job Search

There are many things that go into deciding whether or not you want to apply to a company, and then whether or not you decide to accept a job offer, but, how often do you take a pause and actually …

By Alex Manna
Alex Manna Program Assistant | Pronouns: they/them/theirs
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Tips on Searching for Government Internships/Jobs during a Pandemic

Searching for an internship or job has many inherent challenges, but during a global pandemic, they seem to be astronomical.  Now that many companies and organizations are closing temporarily or minimizing staffing, traditional hiring has changed to reflect the times. …

By Robin Shefts
Robin Shefts Assistant Director (Hartford Campus)
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Knowing the Impact: COVID-19 & Medical School Admissions

For those with interests in pursuing careers in the medical or healthcare field and who are looking to attend medical school, we know you have been working up to this moment for your entire college career. It is more important …

By Clarice Pennock
Clarice Pennock Career Intern
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Tips for choosing a graduate program for international students

If you are considering moving to the United States to pursue a graduate program, or if you are already in the US and want to enroll in a graduate degree you likely have many different options to choose from. What …

By Tithi Basu Mallik
Tithi Basu Mallik Graduate Student Career Programs and Services Graduate Assistant
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Emergency Response | Communicating for the Greater Good During a Crisis

Even if your organization’s mission is not directly related to healthcare, nearly all of us have a role to play in helping the communities we serve get through something major, like what we’re all currently going through as a result …

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Ending Strong at Your Practicum

Congratulations, you have finished your practicum! Hopefully, you were able to learn many new things about your field, continued to improve skills, and made professional connections. Though you have finished this experience, there are many things that you can do …

By Kalle Nelson
Kalle Nelson Graduate Assistant
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Types of Internships for Communications Majors

With their ability to communicate effectively in almost any situation, communications majors are some of the most sought after candidates in all sorts of professional fields. With so many opportunities available, you might be wondering how to find a job …

By Kristen Soprano
Kristen Soprano Career Consultant | she, her, hers
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Should I Consider Applying to Law School Rather Than Seeking Employment during the COVID-19 Era?

Are you considering applying to law school rather than seeking employment during the COVID-19 era? Many college students are now considering graduate school as an option, rather than jumping into an uncertain job market. The decision to apply to law …

By Robin Shefts
Robin Shefts Assistant Director (Hartford Campus)
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A Day in the Life of a Small Commercial Underwriting Intern

This past summer I worked as a Small Commercial Underwriting Intern at The Hartford. My first day was an orientation for all of the 100+ interns in all different areas (Claims, Finance, IT, Operations, etc.) with tours of the buildings …

By Selah Ford
Selah Ford
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Staying Professionally Connected

This is a strange time for all of us, and it can be a confusing transition to online work in your graduate degree. As in regular times, it is important to communicate effectively with your advisor and other individuals with …

By Kalle Nelson
Kalle Nelson Graduate Assistant
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