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The Best Features on Handshake

 There are lots of features on Handshake, but here are my favorites. Some are pretty obvious, but some you might not know about!

By Keisha Barrera ('22)
Keisha Barrera ('22) Peer Career Advisor
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When Should I Start Looking for an Internship?

Internships are valuable experiences that offer you first-hand exposure to the professional world and help you develop career competencies.

By Julian Maceren
Julian Maceren
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3 Key Habits to Build During Your Time At Rochester

Creating good habits can be game changing! We’ve selected three key habits that to help you make the most of your college experience.

By Grace Stensland ('23)
Grace Stensland ('23) Peer Career Advisor
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How to Approach Your Rochester Experience

The Greene Center staff and student staff have shared some advice below as you navigate this next chapter at the University of Rochester.

By Hailie Higgins ('22)
Hailie Higgins ('22) Marketing & Communications Specialist
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How to Search for Internships as an International Student

Are you an international student looking for a summer job or internship in the United States? You might be wondering where to begin or what resources are available. Navigating the job search as an international student is tricky and requires …

By Keisha Barrera ('22)
Keisha Barrera ('22) Peer Career Advisor
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Six Tips for Using the Meliora Collective

As a confused sophomore prone to overthinking and existential crises about my future, the Meliora Collective has been my savior.

By Nandini Samanta ('22)
Nandini Samanta ('22) Peer Career Advisor
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Top 3 Tips for First-Generation College Students

Here’s some good advice from a University of Rochester student for fellow First-Generation students!

By Sharifa Sharfeldden

https://admissions.rochester.edu/blog/top-3-tips-for-first-generation-college-students/

The University of Rochester defines a first-generation student as a college-bound individual whose parents/guardians have not earned a bachelor’s degree.

Are you …

By Jodyi Wren
Jodyi Wren Associate Dean
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