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Sep

2022

3 LinkedIn creators share their best career advice for recent graduates: ‘Be a combo specialist’

For many college students, recent graduates and early career professionals, navigating the current job market is a tough task. Though experts say workers have the ‘upper hand’ as job openings remain elevated, many young workers still find it hard to get their foot in the door.

Jan

2022

Top Companies 2021: The 50 best workplaces to grow your career in the U.S.

The world of work is transforming. Not only have we worked through a once-in-a-generation global pandemic, but decades of automation, the rise of artificial intelligence and a new shift to remote work have all reshaped what our professional lives look like — and what we’re expecting from our employers.

Oct

2021

The master’s degrees that give the biggest salary boost—up to 87% more money

In September 2020, the National Student Clearinghouse estimated that while enrollment in undergraduate programs for associate’s and bachelor’s degrees fell by 9.7% compared to 2019, enrollment in master’s programs increased 6%.

Sep

2021

Companies Need More Workers. Why Do They Reject Millions of Résumés?

Automated-hiring systems are excluding many people from job discussions at a time when additional employees are desperately needed

Sep

2021

It’s not what you know, it’s who you know

When most people think of college, they think of a time to do a deep dive into specific subjects, with the hope that all the knowledge they acquire will be enough for them to get a job after graduation.

Aug

2021

Internship programs should be implemented in high schools

Choosing a major in college can be a lot of pressure, and many who rush into a decision hope they will discover their path along the way.

May

2021

In-Depth: Baylor Career Center places more graduates in jobs in 2020 compared to 2019

WACO, TX — The Baylor Career Center helps all students with internships, resume building and even finding graduates jobs after college.

May

2021

Lots of Jobs Await the Class of So Does Plenty of Competition.

New grads will have to vie with their unlucky 2020 predecessors as the U.S. economy pulls out of a pandemic-led slump.

Apr

2021

Baylor Connections - Ken Buckley

Baylor University’s Career Center helps students navigate each step of the career journey. Amidst the challenges of COVID-19, Baylor’s placement rate grew in the last year, reflecting the hard work of students and staff in the face of job market headwinds. In this Baylor Connections, Ken Buckley, assistant vice provost in the Baylor University Career Center, analyzes that growth and shares how the Career Center provides tailored support for the individual student.

Apr

2021

Baylor Career Center Reports Unexpected Positive Results for Job-seeking Graduates During COVID-19

Baylor University’s Career Center reports a surprising increase in job placement of graduating Baylor University students in the spring of 2020 compared to spring 2019, despite an anticipated decrease due to the effect of COVID-19.

Apr

2021

How to Navigate the Shift From College Student to Real-World Professional, According to Career Experts

Everything isn’t going to fall apart, promise.

Mar

2021

College Hiring Rebounds to Increase 7.2%

Employers project hiring 7.2% more new college graduates from the Class of 2021 than they hired from the Class of 2020, according to NACE’s Job Outlook 2021 Spring Update.

Nov

2020

How to Pitch Your Value in Interviews

In interviews, one of the most important things you need to do is persuasively communicate how you can add value—to the company and to the specific team.

Sep

2020

Virtual Career Fair Brings New Meaning to Job Hunting

While mitigation efforts amidst COVID-19 have required Baylor University to do many things differently this fall, the University’s Career Center continues to assist students in preparing for life after graduation.

Aug

2020

Which College Degrees Get the Highest Salaries?

If you’re a college graduate, you likely went to school to pursue an important passion of yours. But as we all know, what we major in has consequences that extend far beyond the foundation of knowledge we build in our early years.

Aug

2020

What to Put on a Resume (and What not to Put on a Resume)

Wondering what to put on your resume? From headlines to keywords, this article has you covered. Learn which essential details to include and what recruiters love to see on your resume.

Jun

2020

Top Resume Skills (and How to List Them)

Choosing the right skills for your resume is the ticket to getting noticed, interviewed, and hired for a job. But how do you know which resume skills recruiters want to see?

Jun

2020

8 Things You Need To Know About Applicant Tracking Systems

If you think the first obstacle to getting a job interview is a recruiter’s judgment, you’re not seeing the whole picture. 99% of Fortune 500 companies and a growing number of small and mid-sized businesses filter resumes through an applicant tracking system (ATS) before someone takes a look… if they ever do.

May

2020

How to Make a Good Impression in a Virtual Job Interview

Follow this guide to prep and perfect your video interview skills

Apr

2020

‘There are many ways that students can engage with employers through this time of uncertainty,’ says Baylor’s assistant vice provost for the Career Center

Despite the recent downturn in the U.S. job market, due to COVID-19, Baylor University students are still participating in interviews, negotiating job offers and working toward their career goals, said Ken Buckley, assistant vice provost for the Baylor Career Center.

Apr

2020

The Ultimate List Of Companies Still Hiring

Find information on over seven thousand companies on current hiring efforts.

Apr

2020

How to score an internship during the COVID-19 pandemic

Even though unemployment has reached a record high due to business closures and social distancing measures brought about by the new coronavirus, you can still snag an internship if you know how to adapt and get creative.

Apr

2020

500 Companies Hiring Students on Handshake Right Now

Discover popular employers that are actively hiring college students on Handshake today.

Apr

2020

Grads face uncertain job market as coronavirus pushes companies to rescind offers

On track to graduate in May from Illinois State, Alina Simkina thought she was set.

Apr

2020

The Pandemic’s Unique Toll On 2020 College Graduates

Many graduating college seniors are facing canceled commencement ceremonies, tenuous job offers and an uncertain economic outlook amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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