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We have identified several industries that are hiring qualified military veterans. Find out if any of these are right for you.
Readtime: 5 Minutes Continue ReadingIf you have been in the military chances are this is the first time you have had to create a resume, or interview with an established company. Find out how here!
Readtime: 4 Minutes Continue ReadingRegional Managers of Strategic Military and Community Relations like Sepulveda, are key in helping military students adjust, adapt, and succeed when starting or continuing college after service. By working alongside current and former members of the military, Sepulveda helps them to find educational opportunities both within and outside of the armed forces.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingWhat can new students in the Computerized Accounting program expect? It all depends on which concentration they choose. There is a Taxation and a Bookkeeping and Payroll concentration. Both concentrations cover QuickBooks and Sage 50 Accounting software. The Taxation concentration focuses on tax preparation and accounting procedures.
Readtime: 5 Minutes Continue ReadingIn today’s technology-based society, our image and our brand is available for all to see whether in person or by the click of a mouse. Does this statement concern you? As a college student, think about if Company X searches your name and the immediate judgment that will either entice or steer them away from potentially interviewing you.
Readtime: 2 Minutes Continue ReadingRecently I wrote about ‘Getting a Hold on the REINS of Your Transition’ from military life. REINS is Resume, Experience, Interview, Networking, and Serving. Today we’ll begin our deeper dive into the ‘REINS’ necessary for a solid transition. The resume is like Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS). Everyone knows it should be done, everyone has
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingCareer fairs provide great opportunities for you to meet potential employers and to network with others. You can gain access to gatekeepers that can open doors to a new career or a new job for you. Remember, there will be many, many other job seekers competing for the same jobs at a career fair, so be sure you stand out from the crowd.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingAs social media and the internet are the primary means of communication among employers and job seekers, it is important to take advantage of valuable facetime opportunities when they arise. One way to be prepared is with an "elevator speech."
Readtime: 2 Minutes Continue ReadingAs graduation day approaches, most doctoral candidates are contemplating their future career paths. While traditional academic positions may be enticing to many of these individuals, this is not the only route for doctoral holders.
Readtime: 3 Minutes Continue ReadingOrganizations recognize that skilled employees are their most valuable asset. They spend countless dollars on recruiting the right employee to fill their needs then, a short time later, the employee leaves to seek employment elsewhere.
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