How much time should you spend on job boards instead of networking?

Let’s be real: spending eight hours a day hitting “Apply” on LinkedIn, Indeed, or any other job board is the fastest way to burn out and get zero results. It feels productive because you’re “doing something,” but for an early-career …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The 12-week sprint: Your blueprint for landing your first job after graduation

Landing the right job before you cross the stage at graduation isn’t about luck; it’s about treating the job search like a high-stakes engineering project. Most students treat job hunting like a scattershot hobby—tossing a few resumes into the digital …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Want to have a job at graduation?

Want to have a job at graduation?

These are only FOUR words that *matter*… 👇

👉 Get. Your. Hands. Dirty.

That’s it.

I’ve been preaching this ever since I was a kindergarten teacher telling my kids that the only way …

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How to Write an Internship Acceptance Post on LinkedIn (With Examples!)

Mastering how to write an internship acceptance post on LinkedIn is a great way to share your exciting news and boost your professional presence. Your post shouldn’t just celebrate your achievement but also show your enthusiasm for the opportunity ahead—whether …

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🚀 Launch Your Career: Exclusive Competitions with Wells Fargo & L’Oréal

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The Global Career Accelerator is kicking off the semester with two massive opportunities for you to build real-world skills and get noticed by top employers.

First up, from Monday, January 26 to Friday, February 6, Wells Fargo is back with …

By Chad Leder
Chad Leder Technology Support Analyst

Message from the Director

Dear Mountaineers,

Welcome to the start of the Spring 2026 semester! I hope your break was refreshing and that you’re returning with renewed focus and excitement for all the opportunities this term brings. Whether you are continuing in your major …

By Jennifer Shaffer
Jennifer Shaffer Director, Career Development Center
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What Is an Informational Interview?

When it comes to choosing a career, there are plenty of ways to learn more about it before you take the next step. You can take classes, read about it, or even try a virtual work experience. One other excellent …

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How students, grads can stand out when applying and interviewing for jobs

When you’re early in your career, it can feel like you’re shouting into a crowded room, hoping someone will hear your voice above the noise. The reality is that most employers are looking for potential more than polish. They don’t …

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Student employment shapes careers, builds skills

Abby Buckner, Managing Editor, The Appalachian

From swiping IDs to hauling storm debris, App State students stay busy not only with classes or club meetings, but also with jobs that keep the campus and community running. With thousands of roles …

By Web Master
Web Master
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NYT: Which Workers Will A.I. Hurt Most: The Young or the Experienced?

While it is increasingly clear that artificial intelligence in the workplace is going to transform, or in some cases replace, the roles and work of humans, there is some debate about which workers will be most impacted. Check out Noam …

By Jordan Jackson
Jordan Jackson Assistant Director, Career Development & Career Coach, College of Fine & Applied Arts and the Hayes School of Music
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