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WHAT IS ELEVATE? Elevate transforms Illinois Tech students into career-ready professionals through hands-on experiences—internships, research projects, competitions, …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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Go for the Gold: Your Salary Intelligence Toolkit for Compensation Research

The $10,000+ Advantage: Why Smart Salary Research Matters

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Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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How to Get Into Cybersecurity With No Experience

Cybersecurity is a booming technical career path. As more companies move their data, processes, and systems online, they need cybersecurity professionals to help ensure their information is secure. However, because this field is growing and evolving, it can be challenging …

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5 High-Paying Careers in Physics

Physics is an area of study in which practitioners employ a variety of methods in order to better understand the world we live in, as well as the entirety of the Universe at large. The demand for roles in physics …

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Build Your Professional Voice

Why Not Stand Out in the Technical Workforce? Elevate Your Professional Voice: Become a Distinguished Industry Communicator

In today’s competitive job market, technical expertise alone just isn’t enough. Employers consistently rank communication skills among the most valuable qualities they seek …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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Career Fair Preparation for International Students

Career fairs are very popular at US colleges with over 90% of schools hosting at least one per year. College career fairs may be a new concept for you as an international student. Maybe you have heard of them but …

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Billion-Dollar Companies Founded by Former International Students

In the US today, there are nearly 180 billion-dollar US companies that were founded or co-founded by a former international student. Former international students make up nearly 25% of billion-dollar startup companies in the US, creating on average, 800 jobs …

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The Path to a Green Card for International Students Is Changing: What to Know in 2025

Many international students arrive in the United States with a dream that extends beyond graduation. They hope to build a life and career in the U.S. and eventually secure a green card. Traditionally, the journey follows a familiar route: F-1 …

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What Should I Major In As An International Student?

What should I major in as an international student? It’s a question many international students ask themselves and there’s no right or wrong answer. One of the main reasons international students choose to study in the United States is the …

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6 Tips to Make a Great First Impression As An International Student

Starting a new job or internship comes with a lot of pressure to make a great first impression. This can be especially daunting for international students starting their first job or internship in the US. Each workplace has its own …

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How to turn a part-time, seasonal job into a full-time, permanent real estate career?

Transforming a seasonal position into a thriving real estate career requires strategic career planning and dedication. Industry experts reveal proven pathways to success that focus on initiative, relationship-building, and specialized skill development. These practical strategies help seasonal employees demonstrate their …

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Early career starting salaries for students jump 7.4% as hires increase 31.6%

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) is reporting a massive improvement in the U.S. job market for college and university students and recent graduates.

The overall average starting salary for Class of 2022 graduates is up 7.4 percent …

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