The holiday break is almost upon us. For some of you, this may be the first time you’re experiencing the joys of the long-awaited Christmas and New Year’s break from the busy schoolwork and extracurricular meetings. For others, this may be the final time you’ll be getting time off before launching into the next season …
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Make the Most of Your Summer Job
Maybe you’re stepping into a common summer job, camp counselor position, or your first ever internship. Whatever your summer job may be, you want to get the most out of it to continue to build your experience and understanding. There’s a lot of ways to make the most of your summer job, but here are …
Utilizing the Boerigter Before Summer
With only a few weeks from the end of the spring semester, there may be a thing or two you should get in place before the long-awaited summer. Here at the Boerigter Center, we want you to feel confident launching into whatever is next. Some of you may be applying to summer internships, camp counseling …
Working at Summer Camp: 5 Major Take-A-Ways
You probably know at least one person who has spent their summer at camp. Likely, they’ve raved about the experience and why “IT’S THE BEST!!!” but what makes summer camp so good and why should you consider a summer spent at camp? Here are 5 reasons to consider: 1. Learn Leadership You’re in charge of …
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Save the Dates: Spring Events Coming Your Way
With the spring semester right around the corner, there are plenty of events to put on your radar and in your calendar. A wide range of events will be offered this spring that you could attend. These events are catered towards different career paths and opportunities. In January there will be two opportunities near the …
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LinkedIn How-To: What Recruiters Look For
LinkedIn has become the more prominent way that many people are seeking jobs and finding people to recruit. It is a platform that heightens the concept of a traditional résumé by constantly being updated and interacted with. Over the past few weeks, we’ve looked at the how-to of the basics of your profile as well …
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LinkedIn How-To: Networking and Job Search
As a continuation to a series of blogs about LinkedIn, let’s dive in with what it looks like to utilize LinkedIn. Once you have set-up your profile, your next step is learning to navigate the site. There are plenty of ways to connect with employers and find potential jobs to apply for. This short post …
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LinkedIn How-To: The Basics of Your Profile
LinkedIn has become a vital tool in getting your face out there for employers to see. Additionally, the site serves as a way for you to seek out job opportunities and connect with employers after an interview or career fair. The first step to making your LinkedIn account worthwhile is understanding how to set up …
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Your Best Foot Forward: Navigating a Career Fair
Career fair season is knocking on our door and we want to help you feel more confident and prepared! First impressions are essential when you are trying to make an impact on recruiters who are encountering tons of faces within a few hours. Here are some tips to help navigate the room: RÉSUMÉ, RÉSUMÉ, RÉSUMÉ …
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The Boerigter is Officially Open for Business
It’s official! The Boerigter Center for Calling and Career is now up and running in full swing after this past Friday’s Ribbon Cutting. Students, faculty, and staff all gathered for the celebratory event as the Boerigter’s were paraded in on golf carts. Trygve Johnson started the ceremony off with a time of prayer to bless …
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