How to Make the Most of Summer 2020 No internship this summer? Has COVID-19 thrown a major wrench into your plans? DON’T PANIC! Pulsifer Career Development Center has compiled a list of suggestions to help you have a productive summer. While the summer may not look as you initially planned, show employers that you are motivated, creative and resilient by piecing together several different experiences to position yourself for success for the next recruiting season!
Volunteering for a local organization in need of help is a great way to boost your morale and help you feel like you’re making an impact this summer. While many organizations need help on the front lines, some also need help in the areas of finance, accounting, analytics, and marketing. Need additional motivation? A recent survey by Deloitte found that 82% of interviewers prefer applicants with volunteer experience, and 92% say volunteer activities build leadership skills. Check out VolunteerMatch to find opportunities near you. You can also search by Causes Areas, including Advocacy & Human Rights, Animals, Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, Disaster Relief, Environment, Hunger, People with Disabilities, Sports & Recreation and more. There’s something for everyone!
LinkedIn Learning is an online educational platform that helps you discover and develop business, technologyrelated, and creative skills through expert-led course videos. With more than 5,000 courses and personalized recommendations, you can discover, complete, and track courses related to your field and interests. You can also choose to add these courses and related skills to your LinkedIn profile once you've completed them. Explore subjects such as: Business Analysis and Strategy, Finance and Accounting, Professional Development, Excel, Python, SQL and much more!
Did you know that the Trading Room has been hosting a new event series: FIRESIDE CHATS | Connecting you with industry experts? Attend these chats virtually to stay engaged and continue your professional development. In addition, several of the Trading Room’s key databases are available remotely. Take advantage of the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the programs that are relevant to your career interests.
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