The new grad job search playbook: Where to look, what to fix, and how to network

By: Toni Frana, career expert at Zety.com 

Job searching is an experience that most likely will come with some challenges, but ultimately ends with a win. Working through the challenges of a job search is normal, and for many …

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MBA Application Timeline: What to Do and When to Apply for 2026-2027

Knowing when to apply for an MBA can shape the quality of your entire business school application. For most applicants planning to enter an MBA program in fall 2027, the main application deadlines run from September 2026 through April 2027.

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How to Talk About AI Tools on Your Resume Without Sounding Like You Can’t Do the Work Yourself

Listing “ChatGPT” or “proficient in AI” by itself tells an employer nothing anymore, since almost every applicant has access to the same tools. What actually reads well is naming the specific tool, the task you used it for, and the …

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How to Clean Up Your Social Media Presence for the Job Hunt

One of the main distinctions people note between Gen Z/Gen Alpha and the older generations is how people show up online. While Millennials, Gen X, and older folks often have a certain degree of separation between their “online selves” and …

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Networking While In School: Tips for College Students

It’s that time of year again! College campuses will soon be packed with students eager to take on the new school year. While students may not be in the market for a full-time role quite yet, the school year is …

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What to Actually Do in the 24 Hours Before a Virtual Interview

In the 24 hours before a virtual interview, test your actual setup end to end, not just your camera, and have a backup plan ready before you need one. Run the exact platform you’ll use, check your internet speed, and …

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The 2026 Early-Career Compensation Index: Starting Salaries by Major & Location

Navigating your first full-time post-grad job search can feel like solving a puzzle where half the pieces keep changing shape. Between shifting economic priorities, evolving remote-work policies, and expanded pay transparency laws, understanding what you are actually worth in the …

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The 7-Day Pre-Career Fair Checklist for New Grads & Seniors

Fall campus recruiting season is one of the fastest avenues for securing an entry-level job or summer internship. While submitting resumes online can often feel like sending applications into a black hole, campus career fairs—both in-person and virtual—give you direct …

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Common workplace mistakes new graduates make and how to avoid them

By Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

Transitioning from college to the professional workforce is an exciting milestone, but it often comes with a steep learning curve, especially if you haven’t had an internship or worked …

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Gap Year Survey Results: What 328 Students Said About Taking Time Off

Key Findings at a Glance:

48.8% of respondents have taken or are currently on a gap year
Work experience is the #1 reason students take a gap year, followed by earning money and burnout recovery
Financial pressure is the #1 …

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