Get Hired Now!

Looking to land a great job after graduation? DU is here to help!

Get Hired Now is an annual program to help graduating students and alumni acquire and refine the necessary skills to successfully land a job after graduation. This …

By Mary Michael Hawkins
Mary Michael Hawkins Director, Undergraduate Career & Professional Development
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How to Use Your Critical Thinking Skills: Program & Event Planning 

Do you want to plan an event or program but don’t know where to begin? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Planning events or programs can be challenging, and it can feel overwhelming to start the process. Luckily, we’re here to …

By Ila Dovre Wudali
Ila Dovre Wudali
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5 Traits of Emotional Intelligence in Leaders That Inspire Teams

What’s the difference between a leader and a boss? Have you ever wondered why some people naturally compel the people around them? What is emotional intelligence in leadership, and how does it work?

Emotional intelligence has been proven to be a …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Top Three Things You Can Do to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile

There are over 673 million users on LinkedIn, yet many job seekers wonder if the social media platform is worth their time. Is LinkedIn necessary to win a new job? Do you need a robust profile to land that new …

By Ivy Exec
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How To Demonstrate 5 Different Management Styles In An Interview

You’re interviewing for a leadership role, and you know that the question “what’s your management style?” is coming.

Beyond this one very specific window of opportunity, though, you’re wondering how else to position yourself as the style of leader you …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Korbel MA Students: How to Evaluate, Accept, Reject, or Negotiate a Job Offer

From the Harvard Business Review by Rebecca Knight

https://hbr.org/2017/04/how-to-evaluate-accept-reject-or-negotiate-a-job-offer?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=hbr&utm_source=LinkedIn&tpcc=orgsocial_edit

By Heather Rutherford
Heather Rutherford Career Advisor
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Korbel MA Students: NORAD & NORTHCOMM Internships

On Wednesday May 3rd, the Office of Career and Professional Development, in tandem with Dr. Ben Gochman, hosted speakers from U.S. NORAD & Northcomm to discuss their VSIP Internship program. The internship is available during the Summer or Spring terms …

By Heather Rutherford
Heather Rutherford Career Advisor
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Job Searching 101: Where Do You Start?

Whether you’re a current student, an early career professional, or just someone looking for their next job opportunity, a question you might be asking yourself is, “Where do I start the job-hunting process?”.

With so many different avenues and ways …

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Four Authentic Ways to Convince the Interviewer You’re Not Overqualified

There are many reasons to apply for jobs that may be perceived as “steps down” from your past roles.

Maybe you’re looking for a less-demanding role so you can spend more time with family.

Perhaps you want to start your …

By Ivy Exec
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How to Put a Positive Spin on Quitting a Job

If you’ve ever quit a job, you know how stressful it can be.

You had to tell your former boss why you were leaving.

Perhaps you had to prepare your replacement for taking over your job. 

Even more stressful, however, …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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