The ‘Hour-a-Day’ Job Hunt Routine That Works

Job searching can easily feel like a full-time job. Some days, you’re firing off applications in rapid bursts; other days, you barely send one. There are times you’ll spend hours glued to your screen, scrolling through job boards and LinkedIn, …

By Ivy Exec
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Elevate Your Work: Build a Career That Works Anywhere

Remote work isn’t going anywhere – and as an Illinois Tech student, you’re perfectly positioned to take advantage of this evolution. Having worked fully remotely or in a hybrid capacity for the past 12 years myself, I’ve witnessed firsthand how remote …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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Building Your Professional Board of Directors: The Power of Mentors and Sponsors

As an Illinois Tech student or Alumni, you’re always developing the technical skills that will set you apart in your field. Take it from me, when you graduate you will likely do this for the rest of your life. But …

By Freddrick Logan
Freddrick Logan Experiential Learning Manager
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How to Develop Career Security Without Stagnating

Career security is something nearly every professional wants, especially in uncertain times. However, you can settle into a comfort zone if you only focus on playing it safe. Your career may then start feeling like a trap instead of a …

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How to get your first internship or entry-level job when you have no experience | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep40

Today’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast by College Recruiter job search site focuses on a key career issue for those early in their careers: how to get experience when no one will hire you because you have …

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6 Types of Jobs That Pay for College (Plus Tips on How to Get One)

The cost of college continues to climb, leaving many students searching for creative ways to finance their education. While scholarships and loans often come to mind, a lesser-known but highly effective option is working in one of the jobs that …

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