By: Dyllan Cook, Career Jack And Elizabeth Glass, CEFNS Director of Career Development Are you ready to take the next step toward your future career goals? Whether you are looking for a full-time position for after you graduate, an internship to gain experience in an industry, options for continuing your education in graduate school. The … Continue reading NAU’s Semi-Annual Career & Graduate School Expo
How to Navigate Your Way Through Handshake
Handshake is a great tool for students looking for jobs, internships, or volunteer opportunities. NAU Career Development wants to encourage our students how to navigate through Handshake in order to get the most out of what it has to offer. Here is a step-by-step guide for learning the basics! How to Schedule an Appointment Before … Continue reading How to Navigate Your Way Through Handshake
Meet the Career Jacks!
As NAU Career Development welcomes a new school year, we’re excited to announce our move to the University Union Fieldhouse. We’re also excited to have some new faces on our team and wanted to give you a chance to get to know our student staff, our Career Jacks. Our Career Jacks are here to help … Continue reading Meet the Career Jacks!
Networking: Do you know who I think I am?
Have you ever heard of the phrase “It’s not about what you know, it’s about who you know”? Sometimes this phrase applies to the job search. 75 to 95 percent of jobs are never advertised, instead candidates are plucked from the insider network. Another applicant may be more likely to get the same job you … Continue reading Networking: Do you know who I think I am?
Asking for a Reference or Letter of Recommendation
Imagine getting a call from an unknown number. You pick up, and the caller asks you to provide a reference for a camp counselor you supervised last summer (let’s call her Kim). The call is completely unexpected, and you can’t even remember the last time you talked to Kim. Kim was a great employee – … Continue reading Asking for a Reference or Letter of Recommendation
How to Get Started On LinkedIn Part I
Social media can be overwhelming. From posting an Instagram photo that links to Facebook and Twitter, to hashtagging on Facebook, and re-vining your favorite hilarious vines, we are overloaded on connecting with our fellow peers. Take a break from all of this and consider your career and aspirations. It’s time to take your social media … Continue reading How to Get Started On LinkedIn Part I
The Smart Axe Guide to Careers 