Career Services Articles

Advances in digital communication have made it easier for colleagues to stay in touch, which has led to a steady growth of telecommuters. Remote work comprises a wide variety of situations, like professionals who spend a lion’s share of their time on the road and those who work 100% out of a home office. Whatever […]

On Wednesday, March 29th we’re hosting our second virtual career fair. For those of you wondering what you can expect at this event, we sat down with the Director of Trident’s Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies, Tanya White-Earnest. Daniel Sloan: When is the Virtual Career Fair (VCF), and how can students and alumni […]

When an employer extends an offer to you, they often expect you to negotiate. Be sure you are prepared for this important step in the job search process. Here are 5 great tools to help you prepare for salary negotiation. And if you’re still looking for a job, these tools can help you with that […]

Now that you’ve perfected your resume, it’s time to begin your job search. One of the best ways to find the ideal position is by conducting research on prospective employers BEFORE submitting your application. Doing research on employers gives you an opportunity to be better prepared, not only for the job search, but for the […]

Organizational politics, according to Reference.com, “is the process of using an informal network to gain power and accomplish tasks to meet a person’s wants or needs. Organizational politics may be a positive practice when the greater good of the company is affected. However, it can also be negative when people promote self-interests.” We have all […]

We all know that there is a superabundance of career and job search information on the internet. It can be overwhelming. That’s why Trident’s Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies has narrowed down the career/job search website list to three top websites. Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/ O*NET Online https://www.onetonline.org/ Career One Stop https://www.careeronestop.org/

Congratulations! You’ve interviewed for a great position, impressed the employer with your experience and knowledge, and now you are the primary candidate! The offer is on its way. Are you ready to negotiate? It is important to maintain soft control upon receiving an offer. It’s good to be happy and excited about the opportunity, but […]

Most of you are already familiar with Trident’s Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies. While the Center does not place students in jobs and cannot guarantee any particular employment, the Center offers many services to our students and alumni, such as job search resources, career advancement and development support, employment information and connection, etc. […]

Whether you are seeking a job or you already have a job, good communication helps you to build strong relationships. Professional and effective communication opens doors to opportunities, including promotions. With today’s technology, there are many ways to communicate. Here are some methods and how to use them most effectively. TEXTING Do respond to texts […]

Talking about yourself should be the easiest thing for you to do. Who knows you better than you? However, responding to this question during a job interview can be stressful and uncomfortable. Here are some ideas on how to craft an impactful and memorable response. Be sure you know who you are. Assess yourself and […]