Finding the Right Fit as a Diverse Candidate

Hiring managers need candidates who will fit in with the existing culture at their company. Candidates want to find a place that’s welcoming and makes them feel comfortable. Businesses and job seekers both want a rewarding and mutually beneficial exchange. But …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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How to Use LinkedIn to Find a Job

LinkedIn is one of the best tools to find a job right now. In this article, we’ll show you 10 steps for how to use LinkedIn effectively to get more interviews and job offers.

We need to do three things if …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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How To Develop The 10 Soft Skills You Need To Get Ahead In Your Career

It can be so easy to assume that the skills you need to advance in a job can only be taught in school. But in reality, the technical knowledge you need for your everyday career is only a small portion …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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5 Best Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Employers are constantly looking for candidates with a clear understanding of what they want in their careers. And one of the best ways in which employers assess this during an interview is through questions candidates ask at the end. This is …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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How to Pitch Your Value in Interviews

In interviews, one of the most important things you need to do is persuasively communicate how you can add value—to the company and to the specific team. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to do this, largely because it’s hard to know …

By Kelli Delfosse
Kelli Delfosse Director, Industry Relations
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Career Resources

WashU CNX is a mentor-focused online community where you can build connections with fellow students, alumni, and friends of the university …