Non-degree Student

Exactly What is Business Casual?

You probably have at least a vague idea of what you’re supposed to wear to a job interview—but then, if all goes well, you get the job offer. And at some point, you’re told that the office dress code …

By Susan Hyde-Wick
Susan Hyde-Wick Career Counselor
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How to Best Prepare for the Non-Profit & Service Career Fair! 

Careers for the Common Good is excited to announce the 2020 Non-Profit and Service Career Fair on February 28th, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Career Fair is a wonderful opportunity for students to engage with over 75 non-profits, …

By Ashley Andino
Ashley Andino
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The Importance of On-Campus Activities

Are you interested in getting more involved on campus and making more meaningful connections? Do you struggle to fill up that one page for a resume? Well, I’m here to tell you that there is a way and it’s through …

By Melissa Nowak
Melissa Nowak
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Art Meets Social Impact | An Interview with Ilene Squires

Are you an artist who would like to make use of your talents in the social impact space? From volunteer work to paid positions, there are plenty of opportunities available. I interviewed Ilene Squires, a freelance photographer who teaches part-time …

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Exploring the World of Non-Profit Careers

Career satisfaction may be achieved by finding work that is meaningful to you and truly aligns with who you are. We all value different things when it comes to work—recognition, autonomy, prestige and other important factors. If what motivates you …

By Tara Malone
Tara Malone Associate Director, Regional Campuses Pronouns: she/her/hers
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First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

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Writing Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)

If you are seeking a faculty job or an industry research position, you will most often be required to submit …

Handshake

Find job opportunities, internships, and on-campus interviews posted by employers looking for UConn students.

Fraudulent Employers: Tips for Students

The UConn Center for Career Development makes every effort to screen employers and job postings on Handshake. However, the Center …

Big Interview: Practice Interviewing

Use Big Interview to learn and practice your interview skills, whether you’re interviewing for a job or graduate school. View …

Interview Preparation Guide and Worksheets

The Interview Preparation Guide will help navigate you through the entire interview process with tips about how to prepare for …

Tips for Specific Interview Types

Review the resources below for tips on how to succeed with specific interview types.