Prepare for an Interview

An interview allows the employer to assess your qualifications for the job or internship, your fit with the organization, how well you have considered your reasons for applying, how clearly you express your potential contribution, and your “soft skills” such as communication and professionalism. In essence, the interviewer wants to know: Why should we hire you? Interviews are also an opportunity for YOU to evaluate the organization and whether the opportunity you’ve applied for aligns with your professional interests, skills, values, and goals.

I’m a University Recruiter at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Here’s What I Look For 

Gabrielle Ellerbrock, Ed.D., is a university relations recruiter for Thermo Fisher Scientific, a world leader in science that delivers innovative technologies and pharmaceutical services. Thermo Fisher Scientific employs 130,000 people worldwide and generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue. Thermo …

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Coding bootcamps are programs that usually cover the fundamentals of web development. While many online coding bootcamps can cost thousands of dollars, free coding bootcamps can be a great option for those who want to explore coding, hone specific skills, …

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Strengths Profile and my Dyslexia

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Strengths Coach, Roxana Cardos, discusses receiving her diagnosis and how knowing her strengths has helped her…

I was diagnosed with Dyslexia late. I had already graduated from 2 universities, worked at IBM, and completed …

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