Resume drop-in hours are:
Monday/Wednesday:  11am-4pm
Tuesday/Thursday:  12-4pm
Friday:  12-2pm

Search for a Job / Internship

To find a job or internship, you must first know what you want and then make a plan to start the search process.

Figure out what you have to offer a company using your skills, knowledge, and experience – these are things you can highlight on your resume.

Once your resume reflects your assets, it’s time to begin the search process. Your searching can include multiple sources:  networking, online job sites, and looking directly on company websites.

Our office is here to help throughout your job or internship planning process! Make an appointment for further assistance in resume critique, networking and/or job/internship search.

In the meantime, don’t worry if you don’t receive an offer right away. Landing a position can take time, patience, and consistency.

Security Alert
As you search for positions, be it part-time, full-time, or internship, please be aware of scams targeting the job-hunting population. For example:
1. A representative from a valid company name may contact you about a job.
2. You do a phone interview, and are told that you are hired.
3. They send you a “bonus” signing check. You are told to provide your name, address, SSN, and banking information (for direct deposit of paycheck). You provide this information.
4. You deposit the check and find out 3-10 days later that the check was fraudulent. Meanwhile, your bank account is cleared out.

Therefore, NEVER give out your social security number and banking information to ANYONE over e-mail or the phone. Please contact us at the Office of Career and Professional Development if you ever have a question about the validity of a job offer, or suspect suspicious activity. We will investigate and let you know our findings.

20+ Cities Where Women, Under 30, Out-Earn Men

Research shows younger Millennials and Gen Z women in certain cities out-earn their male counterparts. See Forbes article for more:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jenamcgregor/2022/03/28/women-under-30-are-out-earning-menor-at-least-reaching-pay-parity-in-these-22-cities/?sh=11cd4b79703a

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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7 Company Green Flags for Job Seekers

Many times, we’re told to be aware of the bad things while job searching (A.K.A red flags). What about positive traits to notice within a company – or, green flags? The following is an article from Handshake that details 7 …

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Make the Most of your Summer!

Are you looking for a summer position? Companies like Great Escape and SPAC are hiring thousands for jobs over the summer.

https://www.timesunion.com/education/article/Great-Escape-SPAC-are-hiring-for-the-summer-17009871.php

Summer employment is a great way to work on competencies such as communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills.

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself” in an Interview

One of the most commonly asked, yet oftentimes the most dreaded for many to answer in an interview is the “Tell me about yourself” question.

Watch this video from Ms. Lauren Berger from the Intern Queen on tips on how …

By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her)
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Students Encouraged to Use Messaging Feature on Handshake

Using the messaging feature on Handshake could set you apart from other application candidates, learn more from Handshake:

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Phone
(518) 437-4900
Address

Science Library - G50
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222

CPD Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Undergraduate Resume Drop-ins
Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am- 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (virtual) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm