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How to land your dream summer internship
February 2, 2012Internships can be a great way to earn experience in your major or have the worst summer of your life. Learn how to make your internship rewarding, not harrowing.
Want a career change? 5 ways to get started on your new path
January 26, 2012Training, networking and learning to market your skills are among the keys to transitioning to a new career.
Major downer: Some college majors associated with higher unemployment, study finds
January 24, 2012A recent report suggests that not all majors are created equal when it comes to employment. A closer look, however, suggests that your college major matters less than how one prepares to enter today's job market.
(Psst!) The 30 best websites for procrastination
January 20, 2012Whether you're suffering from writer's block or just trying to waste a perfectly good weekday morning, these top websites will keep you occupied.
The 6 job skills you'll need in 2012
January 19, 2012Having the right skill set is crucial for employment and advancement. Polishing these six job skills can help you become a more well-rounded -- and hire-able -- employee.
What gap? 6 creative and productive ways to fill time between jobs
January 17, 2012With the average time the unemployed spend between jobs hovering at around seven months, the way you spend your time away from work can be essential to how soon you find another job. Take a look at these top tips for filling time between jobs productively.
The countdown to college: A year-by-year guide
January 12, 2012Most students begin preparation for college during their junior year of high school, when they take the required tests and start looking at applications. But college prep should start with the first bell of the freshman year. This checklist takes the guesswork out of college prep.
New year, better career? 5 resolutions to help get you there
January 10, 2012Following these five New Year's resolutions in 2012 can help you gain a new perspective, increase your professional contacts, and ultimately set your feet on a new path.
Student loan lingo: The terms to know before you borrow
January 5, 2012Before you borrow money for your college education, it's a good idea to make sure you understand all of that loan lingo, what your borrowing options are for federal loans and private loans, and more.
Cool Job: Children's book illustrator draws on movies, life for inspiration
January 4, 2012Matt Phelan has realized his "dream job" by becoming an illustrator and author of nearly 20 children's books and graphic novels.
10 jobs for 2012
January 3, 2012Want to know more about which careers will be hot this year? Here are ten to watch in 2012.
Are you ready to be Googled? 5 tips for maintaining your online reputation
December 20, 2011If a college admissions counselor or potential employer were to Google your name right now, what would they find? Learn how to be Google ready by controlling your online reputation.
5 time management tips for working students
December 15, 2011Working full-time while attending college can be extremely demanding. Carefully structuring your academic and work schedules, as well as limiting your social activities and time spent online, can help you realize your goal of a college education.
How much do college students study?
December 13, 2011New report finds wide gaps in study rates from one discipline to another, urges need to teach study skills. But how different are they really?
Free education? What you can--and can't--get out of OpenCourseWare
December 8, 2011OpenCourseWare is a free, educational resource that can help college students plan their academic programs and independent learners gain knowledge for future formal study or self-enrichment.
