Archive: Job Search

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References are Key

"Determining who you ask to provide a reference (verbal or written) is key to the success of your application process, and could make the difference whether you are chosen in…

November 2, 2020

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Navigating the Federal Black Hole: USAJobs and the Frustrating Civil Service Employment System

Michael Orange, BGE Alumni, shares his journey in applying and landing a job working for ANSER and the.…

July 28, 2020

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Policy Careers for PhDs

As more and more PhD’s pursue careers outside of academia, science policy has emerged as a viable and popular career path for those with doctoral degrees. Many people…

April 8, 2019

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Negotiating Your Salary

Negotiating your salary can be daunting. Learn tips and strategies on how to approach your employer that may help increase your!…

February 27, 2018

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You Got Two Offers! Now What?

When you start your job search, you may go on several interviews in a short period of time. If one gets back to you early on with an offer and you accept it, how do you respond…

January 23, 2018

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How to Respond to Rejection (and Why)

Learn why it is valuable to respond when hearing you didn't get the job you interviewed for, and see a template for how you can do.…

October 20, 2017

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I Think I'm Qualified… Why Am I Not Getting Interviews?

The job-hunting process can be a very grueling and frustrating experience; especially when it seems like your application and resume are not getting seriously considered. There…

June 17, 2015

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3 Things to Do Before Going to Your Next Career Fair

Career fairs are a great way to network, make first impressions, and both give and receive information between yourself and potential.…

February 12, 2015

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Six Important Tips for Getting a Postdoc

This is a longer post, but it deserves the space it'll take up! Last week, my office hosted the first ever "How to get a post-doc position." Here are my takeaway points from the…

July 8, 2014