Finding a Job

Back from IQP…and Heading to a Virtual Career Fair!

Filed in Career Fair, From the Staff by on February 4, 2015
Back from IQP…and Heading to a Virtual Career Fair!

Hey Everyone!!! I’m finally back from IQP in South Africa and I have to say, between all the snow days and actually having homework again, it’s been difficult to get back into the swing of things. I miss the beautiful views, relaxing beaches, and especially the traveling…But I am happy to be back to see […]

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Unlocking LinkedIn to It’s Fullest Potential

Filed in Finding a Job, From the Staff, Networking by on November 25, 2014
Unlocking LinkedIn to It’s Fullest Potential

Hello Everyone! I am so excited that we are going to have a few days off for Thanksgiving! This break is well deserved for everyone, WPI and B term can be so stressful; all the classwork, projects, and the weird changes in weather. During this break, I suggest you rest a lot, eat a lot, […]

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Interviewing Can Be Scary Stuff!

Filed in Interviewing by on November 2, 2014
Interviewing Can Be Scary Stuff!

Hey Everyone!! First off, I want to wish everyone a Happy Halloween! I hope all of you had a great day and ate a lot of candy! Now diving into the topic, I know interviews can be very scary and nerve-racking because you go into a room, get asked a bunch of questions from employers, […]

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Where Did A Term Go?

Filed in Finding a Job by on October 16, 2014
Where Did A Term Go?

Hey Everyone!! Congratulations! After today, you have successfully completed a term at WPI. I don’t know about the rest of you, but 7 weeks went by really fast for me. So now it’s time for the 10 days break. I can’t wait to just sleep, eat, relax, and spend time with my family and friends… […]

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Interviewing for IQP

Filed in Interviewing by on October 6, 2014
Interviewing for IQP

Hey everyone! I feel like all I’ve only been talking about is IQP this term…well because I have…but its mostly because I am so excited to go!!! I remember last year right around this time feeling stressed about the application and interview for going abroad. But the process is worth it in the end! I would definitely […]

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Where Does the Time Go?

Filed in Finding a Job by on October 2, 2014
Where Does the Time Go?

Happy Thursday Everyone! Let the countdown begin…14 days left until the end of the term (including weekends but not today). Which means I’ll be off to Cape Town in 17 days! Ahh I’m so excited. And nervous. And overwhelmed! Where has this term gone? I kind of know the answer to that question. Between taking […]

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Networking – Apple on WPI Campus

Filed in Finding a Job, Networking by on September 29, 2014
Networking – Apple on WPI Campus

Hey Everyone! Do you love Apple products from Macs to iPods to iPhones? Do you want to make an impact in the technology industry? Well, don’t look further, this is your chance. Apple is coming on the WPI campus this Tuesday, September 30th, from 5 – 8 pm in Riley Commons (Click to see flyer […]

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Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Filed in Career Fair by on September 28, 2014 0 Comments
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!

Hey Everyone!! I hope all of you had a fantastic time at the Fall Career Fair, I know I did! Hopefully you read my last blog and so now you are prepared and have business cards for all employers you met with. If you didn’t grab business cards, forgot, or the employers didn’t hand them […]

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I Got 190 Problems but Finding A Job Ain’t One

Filed in Career Fair, Networking by on September 18, 2014

On a scale from 1 to Wow, the career fair yesterday was wow .With over 190 Companies finding a job, co-op and internship opportunities became significantly easier. It seemed like every student had a chance to work the career fair and create a relationship with employers. I personal created a short and precise list of […]

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Gianna’s Company Research Cheat Sheet

Filed in Career Fair by on September 16, 2014 0 Comments
Gianna’s Company Research Cheat Sheet

Hey everyone!!! A question a lot of my friends have been asking me is, “Gianna, how do you prepare for the career fair?” Well of course I get my resume critiqued, practice my elevator pitch and find something cute to wear (I got a new suit that I’m extremely excited about). But I also research […]

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