Workplace monitoring: What to know about surveillance at work
By: Toni Frana, Career Expert at Zety.com Starting a new job, especially when beginning your career, is a very exciting time. However, there are also some nerves that come along with starting something new. Of course, you are ready to prove yourself, roll up your sleeves and get to work, and you want to be […]
5 big concerns of employers of early career talent as we head into 2026
While the focus on artificial intelligence and stability is high, January 2026 brings several other unique pressures for employers recruiting early career talent. Recruiters this month are operating in a cautious economy where every open seat is scrutinized. Here are the other major topics on the minds of employers right now. The Move Toward Skills […]
A recruiter’s guide to adapting job postings to meet new 2026 student expectations
This is a guide for recruiters and hiring managers looking to attract college talent right now, in January 2026. The students returning to campus this week are pragmatic, anxious about AI, and highly focused on financial security. Your old job descriptions from 2023 won’t work on them. They will scroll right past flashy perks and […]
What employers need to know has changed in the minds of students searching for jobs in 2026 versus 2023-24
In early 2026, the mindset of a college student searching for a job looks very different from what we saw just two or three years ago. Back in 2023 and 2024, the conversation was often about the “Great Resignation” or “Quiet Quitting.” Students felt they held all the cards. But as we move further into […]
Template for students sending thank you note to employer after networking meeting or interview
A thank you note is more than just being polite. It is a way to keep the conversation going and show that you were actually paying attention. You should send this within 24 hours of your meeting while the details are still fresh in everyone’s mind. Here is a clean, simple template you can adapt. […]
Template for student job seekers reaching out to alumni
When you reach out to alumni, the goal is to be respectful of their time and clear about your intentions. You aren’t asking for a job in the first email; you are asking for their perspective. Here is a simple, direct template you can use on LinkedIn or via email. Subject: Question from a [Your […]
Week one checklist for students starting their search for a summer internship
1. Update Your Core Resume 2. Visit the Career Services Website 3. Set Up Your Digital Search Engines 4. Finalize Your “Top 10” List 5. Book One Strategy Appointment 6. Reach Out to One Alumnus
How internships and majors define your starting pay | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep72
Internships are income multipliers, boosting starting salaries by 10-20% and sometimes $5,000 to $15,000, while your major sets your starting point, not your career ceiling. This episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast dives deep into how practical experience and educational choices influence your early career earnings. Graduates who complete paid internships frequently receive starting salaries […]
The power of references: How to identify and build relationships
By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com Resume? Check. Cover letter check? References, what references? When you look for a new job, your resume is a top priority. You’ve probably reviewed, edited, tweaked, and polished it multiple times. The same applies to your cover letter. Plus, you’ve likely researched companies, practiced answering common interview questions, and […]
It’s January, and so career service offices are focused on internships
The second you get back to campus in January, the clock starts ticking. While the fall is usually for seniors looking for full-time jobs, the spring is the prime season for summer internships. This is when mid-sized companies and local firms finally get their budgets approved and start looking for students. Your college career services […]