Page 11 Resource Center for Job Seekers

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Resumes and Cover Letters

Proofreading Tips & Tricks

Proofreading is an essential step in the resume writing process.

2.08.2023

Finding opportunities to volunteer can help build your experience

Entry Level

How to Find Volunteer Opportunities to Build Your Experience

you find relevant opportunities to give back to your community while also learning and boosting your resume

5.12.2021

Young professional happy to be leaving her job

Career Development

5 Signs It’s Time to Leave Your Job

Looking for advice on when to change jobs? These five signs it’s time to leave your job can help you decide if a new...

8.29.2022

Employees enjoying a hybrid work environment

Workplace Tips

Making Hybrid Work, Work — How to Ask for a Hybrid Work Schedule

Learn how you can ask your boss for a hybrid work schedule if you’re worried about losing remote work

10.18.2022

Representation of an applicant tracking system with job seeker applying for work.

Resumes and Cover Letters

What Your Resume Needs to Survive the Applicant Tracking System

of formatting issues and easy fixes that help you get that robot approval you need and elevate your resume

2.17.2023

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Professionalism Decoded: How to Be Professional at Work and During Your Job Search

What is professionalism, and why does professionalism at work and in your job search matter? Read these tips for...

6.27.2024

frustrated job seeker looking at her laptop after not getting the job

5 Steps to Take After Being Rejected for a Job

Job rejection hurts, but it doesn’t have to derail your job search. Do these five things after being rejected for a...

3.20.2024

Job Search

Virtual Career Fairs: What Job Seekers Need to Know

How does a virtual career fair work? Find out how to prepare for an online job fair.

5.12.2021

Social Media

How to Make Your LinkedIn Stand Out as a Job Seeker

LinkedIn is a great tool for getting ahead in your job search. Here’s how to make your LinkedIn stand out.

5.06.2022

serious freelancer looking at his laptop in a cafe

15 Must-Read Tips for New Freelancers: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Discover how to succeed as a freelancer by following these tips for new freelancers and avoiding common mistakes.

5.21.2026

Job Search

Ask a Career Advisor: What Is a Burner Job?

41.6% of workers have held a job simply for the paycheck, with no intention of staying long-term. See why burner...

11.27.2024

Ask a Career Advisor: What Is a Ghost Job?

Find out how to spot ghost jobs, whether you should bother applying, and more in this Ask a Career Advisor

1.07.2026

Ask a Career Advisor: Is Freelancing Right for Me?

Independent work is on the rise, and you may be asking yourself, “Is freelancing right for me?”

4.28.2026

concept illustration of job seeker creating a plan for success when companies aren't hiring

Job Search

How to Find a Job When Companies Aren’t Hiring

Read this advice for applying to a company that isn’t hiring, including how to get a company to create a job for you...

5.12.2021

Salaries and Benefits

How to Negotiate for Things Other Than Salary When Accepting a Job

Negotiating benefits for a job can sweeten the deal if your employer can’t meet your salary requirements.

10.11.2022

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Resumes and Cover Letters

Job Search

Ask a Career Advisor: How Do I Hide My Job Search From My Employer?

Currently employed and want to keep your job search confidential? Learn how to hide your job search from your employer.

10.17.2022