Did you know that many employers decide in the first 6 seconds whether or not to keep reading your resume? It’s important that you capture their attention from the start to get them to keep reading, and include the most critical information high on page one of your resume so it can be easily seen. […]
How long should someone stay in a job? How soon is too soon to make a move? Will employers think negatively if you leave after a year (or less)? These questions come up fairly often, as job seekers are concerned that shorter job stints on their resumes will create a red flag for employers. The […]
Congratulations, you’ve just received a job offer! Your hard work has paid off; the job is interesting and you liked the people you would be working with. However, there’s a catch. You were much more excited about another job you interviewed for, but you haven’t received that offer yet. What should you do? Receiving a job […]
Networking is a key step in a successful job search. Conversations with other people can help you learn more about an occupation or organization and explore different career paths. However, many people find networking to be difficult. They share that they: Don’t know what to say Feel intimidated Don’t want to bother anyone Are introverted […]
Job searches today need to be focused. Employers expect candidates to know what they are looking for and to demonstrate how they would add value to the organization. Wherever you are in your career, and whether you are considering a specific path or multiple paths, here are five steps you can take to help focus […]
Some of you have asked us what Alumni Career Engagement has to offer. We’re happy to share information with you about the services and resources we provide, and how we can help. We serve alumni of all UVA schools, at all stages of their careers. We can help with: Job search Career transition Resume and […]