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Dig Deeper for Part-Time Jobs
Still looking for a job this fall? Despite what you hear in the news, there are jobs to be had. One of the challenges is that employers may not advertise the opportunities in ways that many students...
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Help Wanted
I went to college at a university much like Puget Sound, but in a small town far away from any civilized amenities. Not even a Starbucks. As a transfer student I had an apartment off campus, which...
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Who’s Hiring: Don’t Fear the Online Application
Ben Bradley, the CES Employer Relations Manager, drops in to offer tips on connecting with large employers in the Tacoma area. Company hiring methods are as diverse as the services and products they...
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Lost in Translation: Today’s Skills Will Matter Tomorrow
Have you ever tried to clean burnt cheese off of a soup bowl? It’s not easy. I know this from a few months I spent working as a dishwasher during college. People normally scoff when I say the word...
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Why work during college?
In a competitive job market, part-time employment during college can give you an edge over other candidates. Why? Because employers are more inclined to hire graduates who have experience in the...
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Celebrate College Jobs!
Have you had a summer job, or worked part-time during college? Maybe you’ve done temp work, held an internship, or volunteered regularly? If so, we salute you! College jobs provide you with lots of...
View ArticleReflecting on your Summer
By Jake Nelko, Assistant Director for Career Advising There’s one thing that we all experience at the beginning of fall semester: questions about our summer. How was it? What did you do? It’s easy to...
View ArticleFrom student to supervisor: Rachael Shelden ’12 MAT ’13
At Puget Sound, student staff members hold important roles and contribute in vital ways to the function and success of our campus community. In addition to a regular paycheck, they gain valuable...
View ArticleFrom Student to Supervisor: Adriana Flores ’13
Early work experiences can have a major influence on a student’s eventual career path. As can supervisors. When a student has a supervisor who is engaged and interested in their success, that student...
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