Certificate Program Students

Certificate Program Students and Alumni have access to a range of support to help them achieve their professional goals that include opportunities to connect with employers through WITworks, our online job posting and recruiting system, annual career fairs and specialized recruiting events.

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Socializing at Work

 

By: Jer Jurma

Humans are social (to a varying degree) by nature and thus social interactions are an important element of the work experience. There is a great opportunity to foster a socially rewarding experience at work while advancing the professional goals of any given industry.  Most …

By Jer Jurma
Jer Jurma
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The Pay Gap is Real – And What You Should Do About It

By now you’ve heard about the “Gender Pay Gap” – it’s been all over the news these last few months. I don’t see it going away anytime soon, either. But just to catch everyone up, let’s define the gap. According to …

By Lauren Creamer
Lauren Creamer Assistant Director
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This American Workplace: Slang for International Students

Let’s “Get the Ball Rolling” (i.e., Start Something)

Americans use a lot of slang. Slang is the use of phrases or terms, typically in an informal setting, that have come to stand for something else. It is most common to …

By Ria Kalinowski
Ria Kalinowski Assistant Director, Advising & Career Education
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Choosing an Employer

A corporate employer or start up? Which is the right fit?

Larger corporations typically offer stability, regular hours, better pay, clearly defined roles and well-established support. Start-ups, on the other hand, tend to be more flexible about work hours, often …

By Center for Cooperative Education and Career Development
Center for Cooperative Education and Career Development
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20 Tips for Networking and Navigating a Conference

Conferences can be intimidating – whether you’ve been to them in the past or not. Here are some fool proof tips for conference newbies and veterans alike.

Know your audience. What type of conference is it? Who will be there? Professionals? …

By Lauren Creamer
Lauren Creamer Assistant Director
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Resources

Resume Guide

A resume is a targeted summation of your education, skills, and experience. A great resume is easy to scan, highlights …

Cover Letter Guide

A cover letter is a formal business letter used to draw connections between an applicant’s past experiences and the position …

Interview Prep

Congratulations on landing an interview! This means the employer is interested in discussing your skills and qualifications further to find …

WITworks Co-op and Job Search Tips

Searching for your next co-op or full-time job through WITworks is easy. You can customize your search using filters and …

Navigating Job Offers

Sometimes you get a job offer while you are waiting to hear back about another opportunity. Use this handout to …

Job Search & Networking

Searching and applying for jobs takes patience and perseverance. Networking is a tool that can increase your opportunities and decrease …

News and Advice

Explore the latest news, advice, industry insights,

and tips for scoring your dream job and advancing your career.

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WHEN YOU SECURE A CO-OP

Please let us know by registering on LeopardWeb and reporting your hire through WITworks. International students who secure mandatory co-ops must follow instructions on the reporting and work authorization process.