10 tips for those who graduated without a job and are now searching
Sitting at home with a fresh degree and an empty inbox is a special kind of stress. Most people in this position treat the job search like a numbers game—throwing a hundred generic resumes at a hundred different portals and hoping the math eventually works in their favor. But if you’re unemployed and looking for […]
6 interview mistakes students and recent grads make, according to recruiters and hiring managers
You’ve finally cleared the biggest hurdle—the recruiter called back, and the interview is on the calendar. But for many recent grads, this is where the wheels fall off. It’s easy to think that if you just show up and answer questions correctly, you’ve got a shot. In reality, hiring managers are looking for more than […]
BTS came back. Your career gap shouldn’t be harder to explain than military service
By Jim Stroud, career intelligence analyst and job search workshop facilitator for college students All seven members of BTS have completed South Korea’s mandatory service and reunited after one of the most visible career pauses in modern entertainment. PBS, citing Associated Press reporting, noted that Suga was the final member to complete his service, marking […]
The rearview mirror trap: Why your AI is hiring for 2015 while you’re living in 2026
We recently shared a list of the 10 things that students, recent graduates, and others who are early in their careers hate the most about AI-powered hiring systems. Today, we’re going to dive more deeply into the tenth: they understand that AI-powered scoring/matching/ranking systems prioritize candidates whose skills and experiences are most like the employer’s […]
Beat the 2026 bots: How to get your resume past modern AI filters | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep93
Welcome to another episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast! If you are an early-career job seeker trying to land that first real role, this is a must-listen. Did you know that before a human recruiter even looks at your application, an automated system or autonomous AI agent has likely already decided your fate? […]
How to leverage AI skills on your resume
By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com If you’re concerned about AI as it relates to your future jobs while simultaneously embracing it on your resume, you’re not alone. According to Monster’s 2026 State of the Graduate Report, 89 percent of recent and impending college graduates are worried about AI replacing entry-level roles. This is […]
Why “Big Brother” recruiting is scaring off your best talent
We recently shared a list of the 10 things that students, recent graduates, and others who are early in their careers hate the most about AI-powered hiring systems. Today, we’re going to dive more deeply into the ninth: why your collection of a lot of sensitive data concerns young adults who have been taught to […]
The personality gap: Why you need a “vibe check” before the final round
We recently shared a list of the 10 things that students, recent graduates, and others who are early in their careers hate the most about AI-powered hiring systems. Today, we’re going to dive more deeply into the eighth: their inability to communicate with an actual human until late in the hiring process. Imagine a candidate […]
Win the summer: Top 10 job search sites for seasonal work and internships
Summer is the ultimate season of opportunity. For job seekers (students and recent grads), it’s the perfect window to gain invaluable experience, build a resume, or make some serious cash. For employers, it’s a high-stakes race to lock in top-tier talent to scale operations or source future full-time hires. But navigating the crowded landscape of […]
The 0.4-second slap: Why instant rejections are killing your employer brand
We recently shared a list of the 10 things that students, recent graduates, and others who are early in their careers hate the most about AI-powered hiring systems. Today, we’re going to dive more deeply into the seventh: why instant rejections are killing your employer brand. You know that sound. The ping of a new […]