How to set better goals

Every year, everyone has their typical new year’s resolutions, right? Whether it’s going to the gym more, going for a run every day, reading more, studying harder, not going out as much on weekends to focus on better things than …

By Jon Spahn
Jon Spahn Career Mentor
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Mental Models – Making friends with the eminent dead

What is the title of this article? Making friends with the dead? What does this have to do with career information, learning or college? Let me explain… 

A few weeks ago, we posted an article referencing and describing mental models. …

By Jon Spahn
Jon Spahn Career Mentor
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#NDSUintern Spotlight: Chanaka Bulathsinghalage

Major: Computer Science

Company: Meta/Facebook

Location of Internship: Menlo Park, CA

Internship Title: PhD Software Engineer Intern

Why did you choose the company that you work for?

Meta is one of the leading tech company in the industry and it …

By Rachana Wright
Rachana Wright Graduate Assistant - Internship Program
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Should I Put My GPA on My Resume?

Your grade-point average, or GPA, can demonstrate your achievements in school and show employers you’re knowledgeable about the major you’re studying. However, GPA is far from a determining factor of your potential in the workforce. It isn’t always reflective of …

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#NDSUintern Spotlight: Michaela Dockter

Major: Electrical Engineering

Company: Nextern

Location of Internship: Maple Grove, MN

Internship Title: Test Engineer Intern

Why did you choose the company that you work for?

I chose to work for Nextern because they work in the medical device industry …

By Rachana Wright
Rachana Wright Graduate Assistant - Internship Program
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How to Write a Resume

Your resume is a rundown of your professional achievements and helps a hiring manager or recruiter understand why you’re the best candidate for the job. And while your resume summarizes where you went to school, where you worked, and what …

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How to Ask For Feedback at Work (With Example Questions)

Getting feedback at work is a great way to learn about how others view your performance and (hopefully) get tangible advice on improving at work. But do you know how to ask for feedback that’s helpful and constructive? This guide …

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#NDSUintern Spotlight: Shashi Bhushan

Major: Environmental and Conservation Science

Company: Mayville State University

Location of Internship: Mayville, ND

Internship Title: Instructor of Biology

Why did you choose the company that you work for?

Mayville State University is a public university in North Dakota University …

By Rachana Wright
Rachana Wright Graduate Assistant - Internship Program
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Beat the Applicant Tracking System and Get Your Resume in Front of a Human

When you apply for a position you are qualified for, you may take for granted that you will get a fair shake from the human resources staff when they read it.

However, you may be surprised to hear how few …

By Ben Duppler
Ben Duppler Career Mentor
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#NDSUintern Spotlight: Matt Scott

Major: Industrial Engineering Company: Doosan Bobcat – Location of Internship: Bismarck, ND – Internship Title: Quality Systems Engineering Co-Op

Why did you choose the company that you work for?

I chose this company because Bobcat always has many interns, …
By Rachana Wright
Rachana Wright Graduate Assistant - Internship Program
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