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Posted February 19, 2026 by

How to select an ATS | ep114

Dan Arkind, who likes to refer to himself as a recovering recruiter, but who is also the CEO of JobScore, is today’s guest on the High Volume Hiring Podcast to talk applicant tracking systems. Cohosts Jeanette Leeds and Steven Rothberg of College Recruiter job search site talk with Dan about how some small- and medium-sized […]

Posted February 19, 2026 by

Resurrecting an aggregator that used to be comparable to Indeed | ep127

On today’s episode of the Inside Job Boards and Recruitment Marketplaces Podcast, we’re joined by Kelly Gorfine of Horizon2Media, which 10 months ago acquired aggregator Juju.com, and Christopher Campbell of Reticular Media. Together, they walk cohosts Steven Rothberg of College Recruiter job search site and Peter M. Zollman of AIM Group through JuJu’s history, its […]

Posted February 18, 2026 by

Leap year lessons: What to do with your extra time to get ahead

Every four years, the calendar grants us a small gift. In 2026, we find ourselves with an extra twenty nine hours to spend however we choose. While it might feel like just another day in the office or another day of searching, at College Recruiter, we see the Leap Year as a symbolic opportunity. For […]

Posted February 17, 2026 by

Strategies and risks for negotiating a raise | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep77

Stop leaving money on the table! Learn the high-risk gambles versus the safe strategies to secure the pay increase you deserve. This week, we dive into the tricky world of compensation, raises, and retention.  On this week’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss the controversial, high-risk strategy of subtly signaling to your […]

Posted February 16, 2026 by

Here’s how to make your internships stand out on your resume

By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com  When you crush your internships in college, in addition to gaining important skills and experiences, you’re simultaneously creating content for a potentially valuable resume. In turn, your resume can help open the door to score a job interview and demonstrate to employers you have the ability to succeed.  Whether […]

Posted February 15, 2026 by

Skip the small talk: How to master the 30-second elevator pitch at February career fairs

February is the peak of the spring recruiting season. On campuses and in convention centers across the country, career fairs are in full swing. If you are in the first few years of your professional life, these events can feel overwhelming. The noise, the lines, and the sheer volume of companies can make even the […]

Posted February 14, 2026 by

The 28-day job search challenge: Land an interview by mid-March

February is the shortest month of the year, but we see it as the most potent window for career growth. While others are waiting for the spring rush, we believe you can outpace the competition by treating these twenty eight days as a high intensity sprint. At College Recruiter, we have analyzed the hiring patterns […]

Posted February 13, 2026 by

Love your resume: 5 heart-stopping formatting mistakes to fix this February

February is often dedicated to matters of the heart, but at College Recruiter, we think it is the perfect time to show some love to the most important document in your professional life. Your resume is the first impression you make. It is your silent ambassador. For those of you in the first five years […]

Posted February 12, 2026 by

Will the need to authenticate candidates and employers lead us to CPA+ / CPQA?

Bill Boorman is a global analyst, writer, strategic advisor, and keynote speaker in the talent acquisition technology industry. Bill joins the Job Board Leaders’ Roundtable, hosted by Steven Rothberg of College Recruiter job search site, to discuss the move by many job boards and other TA tech platforms to authenticate the candidates and employers using […]

Posted February 12, 2026 by

The work spouse vs. the mentor: Navigating professional relationships early in your career

In the early stages of a career, the people you surround yourself with can make or break your experience. When you are 0 to 5 years into your professional life, you are not just learning how to do a job; you are learning how to navigate the complex social architecture of the workplace. In February, […]