25 Best Accounting Firms for 2024

Today, we’re very excited to release our 2024 Vault Accounting 25, a ranking of the best accounting firms to work for. The ranking is based on a survey of more than 11,000 accounting professionals, who were asked to rate …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Which Green Jobs Are in High Demand and Where Can You Find Them?

According to Environmental Business International, over 1.6 million people work in the U.S environmental sector. Compared to the annual growth predictions, the skill shortage for jobs within this industry is becoming greater every day. As we move towards a more sustainable way …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Make the most of your Summer… Network!

Summer can be a great time to Network and narrow down your career goals! Even if you already have a job or internship lined up, remember networking is just as much about exploring your career curiosities and learning from direct …

By Laura von Stockhausen (she/her)
Laura von Stockhausen (she/her) Career Advisor
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Who are Award Winning Employers for College Grads? Hack Handshake, follow winners & learn more!

Top companies for college grads and how to follow them and stay informed! Make Handshake work for you.

By Sara Mason
Sara Mason Assistant Director, Industry and Alumni Engagement
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Staying On Track During Your Summer Break

Summer is nearly here. For many this means summer jobs, internships, travel plans, vacation, and more. Amongst all the exciting and busy plans, have you thought about how you will keep on track with your career goals?

As a quarter …

By Keith Dussell
Keith Dussell Associate Director, Industry Engagement
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Resume Keywords: What They Are and How to Use Them

There’s tons of advice about creating a resume that gets results. And one of the common topics is resume keywords. Most advice says using keywords on your resume is crucial. And it is. The right resume keywords can and do …

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Six Steps to a Purpose-Driven Career

If you’re eager to use your skills and passion to make a positive difference in the world, a purpose-driven career could be for you.

Here are some tips to help you build a career in sustainability, based on my first-hand …

By JD Van Alstyne (he/him)
JD Van Alstyne (he/him) Graduate Career Advisor
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How to Find and Reach Out to Recruiters on LinkedIn

While recruiters work to help companies fill their open roles, they can also help you — the job seeker — connect with roles you might be interested in and a good fit for. According to Jobscan, 94% of recruiters use LinkedIn to …

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So What’s The Job Market Looking Like Right Now?

Tl;dr It’s steady. It’s slowing down, but it’s good. Better off applying now than waiting. Some cities are hiring more than others.

Recruiters are looking to hire more college graduates than they did last year. Yay! According to the National …

By Gene Rhee
Gene Rhee Executive Director
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What’s Your Story? Interview Tips

Storytelling is crucial to interview success

Interviews hinge on storytelling. Interviewers often begin with a prompt to, “Tell me about yourself,” followed by behavioral questions that start with, “Give me an example of a time when…”

Why do they ask …

By Pauline Thaler (she/her)
Pauline Thaler (she/her) Career Advisor
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