18 Important Considerations Before Accepting a Job Offer

When seeking a new professional opportunity, there are many considerations to keep in mind when assessing a job offer. Understanding these considerations can help you decide whether you want to commit to a company, and they can help you compare …

By Amanda Martin
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12 common mistakes students make when applying for internships (and how to avoid them)

Hey there, future go-getters! It’s Anita Jobb here from College Recruiter.

Grab a coffee—or a heavily caffeinated energy drink, I know how finals week gets—and let’s have a real talk.

It’s internship season. I can practically feel the collective anxiety …

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How to choose the right job (without overthinking it)

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

Deciding what job to pursue right after college can feel like a daunting task. Students often worry that the choice they make now will define the rest of their …

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Ching Named Chair of Electrical and Systems EngineeringChing named chair of the Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems EngineeringChing Named Chair of Electrical and Systems Engineering

by Beth Miller

ShiNung Ching, professor and expert in neuroengineering, has been named chair of the Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering (ESE), effective Jan. 1, 2026. He succeeds Bruno Sinopoli, who will become the chair of …

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Template for student job seekers reaching out to alumni

When you reach out to alumni, the goal is to be respectful of their time and clear about your intentions. You aren’t asking for a job in the first email; you are asking for their perspective.

Here is a simple, …

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Exponent Technical Interview Platform

WashU’s Center for Career Engagement has partnered with Exponent, a platform designed to help students excel in technical interviews for …

WashU CNX

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