by Ivan Betancourt | Nov 28, 2018 | Internships and Apprenticeships, Workforce Development
Do you have work experience? This is a common question asked by employers interviewing college graduates for entry-level positions. The response is either a “yes” or “no”. To mitigate the “no”/lack of work experience for college graduates, the real answer is...
by Ivan Betancourt | Jan 25, 2017 | Career Services
Hope your New Year is off to a great start! After settling into 2017, perhaps you are considering a new job or perhaps you just graduated and are already seeking your first career. Either way, understand that a job search requires some effort, time, and with work a...
by Ivan Betancourt | Nov 21, 2016 | Career Services
A question, “Do you have any questions for us?” is typically asked at the end of the interview. You do want to leave a good impression before you leave, so the answer to this particular question is always “Yes”.Not asking questions is a missed opportunity. Asking good...
by Ivan Betancourt | Nov 16, 2016 | Career Services
After writing a resume, the next step in applying for a job is to write a cover letter for that job. Employers are looking for someone who can perform the job well, and who fits their company culture. So as a job seeker, you need to make sure that recruiters see you...
by Ivan Betancourt | Oct 24, 2016 | Career Services
Salary question is always a sensitive matter. One thing we know is that you should not bring up salary question or negotiation in the interview. If the employer asks or insists, you need to handle the matter carefully. If asked about your current salary, keep in mind,...