Myth vs. Fact: Cover Letters
Watch the Peer Career Advisor IG LIVE conversation on this topic on @chapmanucareer IGTV So now that you have finally finished updating your resume (and hopefully have gotten it checked), now comes the next (often, dreaded) part… the cover letter. Here are 10 assumptions about cover letters you should review and understand before submitting your
Myth vs. Facts: Resumes
Resumes are single-handedly the most important document to have when it comes to your career and professional development. Check out these myths and facts regarding resumes to ensure your resume is employer-ready! MYTH: I should use a pre-made template that I found on Microsoft or Google to format my resume. It would be best to
How to Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair
What is a career fair? A common question that I asked myself as a freshman in college, and one that is asked among many college students. A career fair is a great place to meet potential employers to start building relationships. At our career fair, all of our employers are looking to fill positions for
5 Appointments Every New Panther Should Make in Their First Year
Welcome to Chapman, my name is Ivy! I am a second-year Business Administration major with an emphasis in Marketing and a Minor in Psychology. I actually came in as a double major in Psychology and Business Administration, but have recently decided to focus my time and energy specifically on my Business degree. I currently work
A Panther's Guide to Handshake
I’ve spent a lot of time on Handshake since my first semester at Chapman. As a student, I’ve browsed for internships many times and signed up for numerous events. On the Peer Career Advising and Student Worker side, I’ve approved thousands of job requests and hundreds of employers, helped students book appointments, and more! With
Landing My Summer Internship (During the Pandemic)
Like a lot of my peers, the pandemic threw off my summer plans. I was feeling down because the articles kept popping up about how the job market was declining and how statistically, things were likely not in my favor. I was hoping that by summer, a vaccine would magically appear, and life could resume
The Story of My Internship-Less Summer
Back in December 2019, I saw an internship for Volcom posted on Handshake for the Spring of 2020 that had never felt more perfect for me. I knew that I wasn’t going to be able to fit in an internship that semester, so I decided that I was going to be the first one to
FBI Virtual Info Session Recap
We see them on movies and television, but have you ever considered a career in the FBI? Chapman’s Career Team was lucky enough to virtually sit down with Special Agent, Evette Rivera, to discuss some important insights and what you can do to prepare yourself for a future career with the FBI. Here are some
How to Effectively Market Yourself in a Digital Age
How do you mold your virtual presence to reflect your professional value accurately, career path story, and personal brand? Allison Smyk, Recruiting Manager at Gallo Wine, tackled the tough questions about virtual networking and personal branding in a recent virtual career workshop hosted by Chapman’s Office of Career and Professional Development. Here are a few
Moving up while sheltering in place
The world is changing in the face of COVID-19, and with it, the landscape of the workplace, how we connect, and the hiring process. A recent Vault article said it best… “Every day, every hour, every moment you have a choice. You can choose to constantly watch and wait for the news. Or you can