Graduating in December comes with unique challenges—like entering the job market during the holidays when hiring activity tends to slow down. However, this timing can also work in your favor if you know how to seize the opportunities available. Tap Into New Year Hiring Cycles The holiday season might seem like a tough time to
This edition of Career Corner features Marisa Lamas (‘27 Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing; Creative and Cultural Industries minor ). Lamas shares her experience while interning at the Newport Beach Festival. Please make an appointment with me if you are interested in getting an internship. This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to intern
Experiential learning is an invaluable part of the college experience that can significantly enhance students’ education and career prospects. By engaging in hands-on activities, students can deepen their understanding of academic concepts while developing essential skills. Wilkinson College offers a plethora of opportunities for students to engage in experiential learning. Here are five important reasons
While internships provide valuable learning experiences, they can also serve as a crucial stepping stone to secure your dream job. If you are currently in an internship you love, read more to find out how you can turn that internship into a full-time position. Exceed Expectations If you’re looking to turn your internship into a
TikTok offers much more than showing off killer dance moves or clever videos; it is helping students and recent grads land internships and jobs, and offers career advice. Although TikTok does not have a recruitment tool yet, there are many ways to navigate TikTok to your career advantage. First, using TikTok to build your personal
The job market is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and social changes. This means new and exciting career opportunities for Wilkinson College graduates. Let’s dive deeper into some of the emerging career trends, understanding the context and the skills required for these roles. Interested in some of these career paths? Consider an internship in
This edition of Career Corner features Maverick Shuck (‘25 Political Science and Peace Studies & Justice Studies major; Leadership Studies and Honors Program minor). Shuck attended the From California to the White House event which featured August Mao, who shared how he utilized networking to get where he works today – The White House. As
Are you considering graduate studies? The idea of diving straight into several more years of education may not be enticing, whether due to other aspirations or simply feeling drained. Taking a gap year (or years) before graduate school can provide a refreshing change of pace. It’s an opportunity for students to venture beyond the confines
Makenzie De Armas (‘20 BFA Creative Writing, minor in computer science) was recently featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 2024 list in the Gaming category. Makenzie graduated from Chapman University with a unique blend of skills in creative storytelling and computer science. She has carved out a niche in the gaming industry, specializing in
A professional digital portfolio is a great way to showcase your accomplishments and college projects to prospective employers. A digital portfolio is an electronic collection of material that allows you to demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, articulate thoughts and ideas, and creativity-skills that are hard to show on a standard resume. Typically known for being a