O-1A: The Best U.S. Work Visa

The O-1A visa for “individuals with extraordinary ability” is arguably the best U.S. work visa. Yet very few international students ever apply for the O-1. Why? The O-1 criteria can be intimidating and even confusing. Even worse, many international students …

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How to Answer: Will You Now or in the Future Require Sponsorship to Work in the US

This is a question that US employers often ask on job applications. International students get very nervous about answering truthfully and fear that this will hurt their chances of getting the job. However, everyone should answer this question honestly and …

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What Are H-1B Cap-Exempt Jobs?

For international students looking to continue working in the US after graduation, many choose to pursue an H-1B visa. H-1B visas are distributed by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) through an annual lottery that is capped at …

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Every industry is moving to the cloud. If your future employer isn’t already running on it, they won’t be your employer much longer.

The Cloud Computing Opportunity: Every industry is moving to the cloud. From healthcare to finance, from manufacturing to entertainment, companies are transforming their operations with cloud …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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One Student, 30,000 Women in Tech: Adiba Akter Represents at Grace Hopper

An interview with Illinois Tech Graduate Student, Adiba Akter on her experiences at the world’s largest gathering of women technologists. Brought to You By Career Services | Illinois Institute of Technology

When Adiba Akter, a Master’s student in Computer Science at …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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Crafting an Executive Resume That Grabs Recruiters’ Attention

Did you know that recruiters spend an average of 6 to 8 seconds deciding whether a resume is worth a closer look? That stat will persuade you to change how you think about your executive resume. 

If your resume still reads …

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Featured Classes

Course Registration 101

Registration must be done online through the myIIT portal system. The schedule of courses can be accessed through the myIIT portal. The following…

Introduction To The Profession (ITP)

Introduction to the Profession (ITP) is a course that every Illinois Tech student takes during their first semester. Each academic…

COM 545: Academic Writing

Taught by Dr. Hannah Ringler
This course familiarizes graduate students with both reading and writing academic texts across disciplines. Students will practice reading, analyzing, and…

Salesforce Foundations: Building Apps – Is It for You?

Are you wanting to register for the Salesforce Foundations: Building Apps course, but are not sure how it fits in…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

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