UVA Alumni Career Engagement has partnered with CareerShift to offer a tool for finding and applying to jobs and for finding contacts. CareerShift’s tools and applications provide a unique opportunity for you to manage your job search. Only CareerShift provides an easy-to-use approach to crack the “hidden job market” and manage the job hunt all […]
The prospect of a job search can be daunting, particularly if you’re preparing for your first post-graduation job, or if it’s been a while since your last search. Whether you’re new or returning to the job market, or just ready to level up in your career, it can be hard to take the first step. […]
Congratulations to the Class of 2017! Some of you may still be exploring career paths or looking for your first job. Alumni Career Engagement has created a menu of resources to help you achieve your goals: Website The Alumni Career Engagement website is your central hub, organized by both life stage and topic. Check out […]
Job candidates often have definite ideas about what they are seeking in their next role: a specific salary range or geographic location, part-time or remote work, or a better work/life balance. Clear preferences help candidates find the best fit; however, there’s a fine balance between preferences, qualifications, and available opportunities. Envisioning each of these areas […]
Summer is here! As you refresh your spirit with a well-deserved vacation, it’s also the perfect time to refresh your career. Whether you are considering a new job, graduate school and/or professional development, or simply starting the next fiscal year on a high note, you can proactively take stock of your goals and progress to […]
Are you planning or considering a career break? Currently in the midst of one? Career breaks occur for a variety of reasons: caring for a new child or other family member, addressing a personal health issue, experiencing a layoff or termination, traveling, going back to school, or pursuing other interests. If you plan to return […]
Have you ever been attracted to a company because of its culture, or experienced a job where the company culture just wasn’t a good fit? Finding the right cultural fit is key to overall job satisfaction. Researching a company’s culture is therefore an important part of job search due diligence. Not only will researching help […]
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 […]