Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year!

On behalf of Career Services, I hope that you had a great summer full of interesting experiences and personal growth!

Career Services has been hard at work this summer to ensure that you have excellent career development programming and plenty …

By BJ Engelhardt
BJ Engelhardt Senior Director, Career Services
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Northern Trust’s Spring Learning Series: A Valuable Opportunity for Students

Students and recent graduates looking to explore career opportunities in finance, technology, and business can now take advantage of Northern Trust’s Spring Learning Series 2025. This six-week program is designed to provide insights into various career paths, company culture, and …

By Zubia Kazmi
Zubia Kazmi
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Is Day 1 CPT legal?

This blog post was co-authored by Aaron Blumberg, Partner & Attorney at Fragomen.

Most international students on F-1 visas in the US must wait one academic year before they can begin working off-campus through the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) program. …

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How to Become a Doctor in the US

There are many prestigious colleges and universities in the US which can be attractive to international students who want to study medicine. However, if you want to study medicine or pre-med in the US, there are some essential facts you …

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What is Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for F-1 international students

Gaining real-life work experience in the US as an international student is a great opportunity to put your studies into practice. Research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers shows that 50-60% of interns are hired as full-time employees …

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How Esri’s Janett Baresel Built an International Career From IC to Manager, and 4 Tips to Do the Same

When Janett Baresel did her team’s performance reviews as their manager for the first time, she wasn’t sure she’d be good at it.

And she told them so.

“I talked to them and said, ‘Look, I’m probably more nervous than …

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How to find On-Campus Jobs: A Guide for College Students

The process of securing an on-campus job can be tedious but highly rewarding. Whether you’re a freshman or a graduate student, on-campus jobs offer an excellent opportunity to gain work experience, earn extra income, and balance work with academic responsibilities. …

By Vaishnavi Ghaatki
Vaishnavi Ghaatki
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International Job Interview Questions

Do you want to move abroad and work internationally?

A job interview can make or break your chances of landing your dream role. That’s why it’s essential to prepare thoroughly.

To do so, you need to practice and ace these …

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Dress for Success: A Guide to Professional Attire

Have you ever heard of the saying “how they see you, how they treat you”? This applies to all impressions. First impressions are powerful, especially in professional settings. Research shows that judgments about competence and professionalism are often made within …

By Mariana Sanchez Badillo
Mariana Sanchez Badillo
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Can I Work Remotely on an H-1B visa?

This blog post was co-authored by Aaron Blumberg, Partner & Attorney at Fragomen.

Many people are drawn to remote work for the freedom and flexibility that it provides, so it should come as no surprise that the number of people …

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How To Get a Paid Internship Abroad in 2025

In today’s world, international experience is invaluable. For college students, landing a paid internship abroad in 2025 not only builds practical skills but also offers a unique adventure that sets you apart from other candidates. Global experience gives you a …

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