Making Connections for Jobs & Internships

It is a good idea to reach out and get to know people that can offer advice on your career! The key to being effective is to expand your thinking and consider making connections as something that you do on …

By Patty Hickman
Patty Hickman Director, Serves Graduate Students
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5 Tips to Beat the Heat and Still Dress Professionally

Professional attire may seem at odds with hot weather. In fact, the ubiquity of business suits is one of the reasons offices pump the A/C high in the summer, to such an extent that in Japan the government has sponsored …

By Kyle Inselman
Kyle Inselman Director, Alumni Career & Professional Development
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Where Might a Degree in Mathematics Take Me?

Many students who choose to major in Mathematics do so because they enjoy working with numbers and solving complex mathematical problems, but are unsure of what their career options might be. A quick Google search of, “what can I do with …

By Kimberly English
Kimberly English Career Advisor
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Easy Mistakes to Avoid in Your Next Interview

There are a number of different keys to success when it comes to interviewing, and one is to avoid easy mistakes. I should know, because as a former job seeker, I’ve made them all! Certainly, if you have spent time …

By Andrew Gupton
Andrew Gupton Career Advisor
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4 Questions to Determine If a Job Description Fits You

Now that you have decided on a career path and you’re ready to start searching for an internship or full-time job, creating an effective search strategy is critical to your success in finding a job that’s a good fit for …

By Beth Wade
Beth Wade Assistant Director, Career & Professional Development
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7 Practical Steps to Follow in Your Job Search

“If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else.” – Yogi Berra, Major League Baseball Player, Coach, and Hall of Fame Legend, New York Yankees

Like the old analogy of “eating an elephant”, oftentimes getting started on …

By Beth Wade
Beth Wade Assistant Director, Career & Professional Development
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Geography Alumni from 1973-2016 Share Key Career Insights

On May 11, Alumni Engagement, Career & Professional Development, and the Department of Geography & the Environment came together to host a Dine & Dialogue on Careers in Geography. Five alumni from across Environmental Science and Geography – from brand-new to …

By Kimberly English
Kimberly English Career Advisor
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Tips for Success on the Job!

Do you have an internship, job, or another exciting opportunity lined up for the summer?

Great!

If you are wondering how to make the most of the experience, and set yourself up for success in the first 30, 60, or …

By Kimberly English
Kimberly English Career Advisor
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Leverage the DU Network to Get Your Foot Into the Door for Policy, Law, & Government

Like any other industry, networking matters, and with the vast number of University of Denver alumni who have found career success in Government, Policy & Law, building those strategic connections can make all the difference.

Whether you’re considering a career …

By Andrew Gupton
Andrew Gupton Career Advisor
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Veterans: Networking Tips

As a veteran you may face many challenges as you transition from active duty or reserve status back into civilian life. One way to reintegrate is to network as there are many opportunities to  connect. The key to being successful is …

By Patty Hickman
Patty Hickman Director, Serves Graduate Students
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