While personal referrals are still one of the most effective ways to get your foot in the door, a strong impression at a career fair can also be incredibly helpful. Every spring and fall, the Career Development office at Kingsborough hosts a Job & Internship Fair.   Students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to showcase their skills with a face to face meeting with over 30 employers in one room. One may ask, what should I expect at a Job Fair? I will share with you some tips on how you can prepare before, during and after the job fair.   Before the Fair Be Prepared.  – Get a list of the employers from the Career Development Office & Experiential Learning located in C102. Be sure to research the company of your interest. This will help to tailor your introduction and conversation. Update Resume- Make sure that your resume is polished, and print more than enough copies to distribute. Dress for success.  Something ...

Going to an interview can be very stressful. You often worry about what questions you’ll be asked, the right and wrong ways to answer such questions, how to impress them and most importantly what you should wear. Dressing for an interview is one of the most important things that will determine your chances of getting the job. Did you know?  it takes up to 30 seconds to make a good first impression. When it comes to interviews first impressions are important. If you make a good first impression on someone during an interview it can have a positive effect on the interviewer thoughts about you overall. However , if your first impressions on the interviewer were negative it can have a negative effect on them and it will cloud their judgment on you, even though your qualifications are amazing. 90% of your first impression comes from how you’re dressed. Here are some tips and tricks to perfecting your first impression on the interview by dressing proper! WOMEN DO (If)...

Finding a job can be difficult, especially if you do not have work experience.   Landing an internship is a great way for college students, recent graduates or anyone considering a career change to gain valuable work experience. An internship is an opportunity for students to work in the field that interest them, to valuable work experience and first-hand knowledge of the working work.   Anyone who had tried to look for employment will tell you how difficult and nearly impossible it is to get hire or for employers to even look at you resume if you do not have some sort of work experience. Employers overwhelming point to internship experience as one the most important factors they consider in hiring new college graduates for full-time positions.   According to the National Association of College and Employers’ 2018 Internship and Co-op Survey Report, the average job offer rate to interns is 50% (with a 77.3% acceptance rate), and employers expected to incre...

Do you ever find yourself struggling to keep a balance between work and personal life? There may be times in our life where it becomes difficult to balance our work life and our personal life due to the demands of our jobs and what is expected of us. However, to keep our mental health intact and healthy, it is important that we learn and exercise efficient ways to keep our sanity while balancing both work and personal life demands.  Make sure to spend time with family and friends even as hard as it may be fitting it into your busy schedule – This allows you to get your mind off of things that may be troubling and can give you a break by simply enjoying the company around you. Schedule a vacation or getaway for yourself – It’s always nice to have something to look forward to and keep you going through daily life chores Practice yoga – This can make you healthier in body, mind and spirit Start journaling – Keeping a journal and simply writing...

Winter is in full affect and for some this could bring about the “bulky-wear blues”, or confusion about how to dress for work. However, blistery days do not mean that dressing for work needs to be a chore. Here are some tips for both men and women on how to dress for the office during the winter. WOMEN Ladies, just because its winter it doesn’t mean you can’t play around with colors and patterns when it comes to your work wear. This is a good time to try a new pantsuit in a bold color or a new chunky sweater. Layer a turtleneck underneath your pantsuit to keep warm both in and out of the office. Pair a chunky sweater with a sleek pencil skirt, straight leg slacks, or faux leather pants. Another good tip is to always have the classic essential pieces ready in your closet. For example, look for a white button-down shirt that feels unique, but still acts as a key piece to any look. Keep handy a classic black sweater or a black longline blazer to pair with jus...