By Claire Silfies Like countless first-year students at Penn State, one of my earliest concerns was the necessity to have a strong network to thrive in communications. It is commonly said that 70% of people get their jobs through their network, but it can be difficult to know how to create this group of peopleContinueContinue reading “How To Grow and Maintain a Network”
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Networking Dos and Don’ts
by Lillie Nye You’re standing at a networking night, name tag in place, clutching your résumé, waiting to talk to your dream company. Now what? In Public Relations, connections are everything. With such a large field, there is infinite room for growth and learning. Networking, if done the right way, can lead to a job,ContinueContinue reading “Networking Dos and Don’ts”
Tips for Landing that Internship
By Camryn Beers No. 1) Taking Advantage of PSU Resources Penn State offers countless valuable resources, and as a student, it’s essential to take advantage of as many as possible during your time here. Each college at Penn State hosts annual career fairs and job expos, providing students with the chance to network with aContinueContinue reading “Tips for Landing that Internship”
Five Essential Strategies to Secure an Internship
By Elizabeth Bova In college internships are a major stepping stone in building your resume for a post-graduate career. These roles typically offer valuable, entry-level experience, between 6-12 weeks to gain skills and have networking opportunities. However, securing an internship can be difficult in today’s competitive job market. In order to succeed, here are aContinueContinue reading “Five Essential Strategies to Secure an Internship”
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