A Cal Poly degree is worth more than paid tuition and hours spent. The diploma is not simply a piece of paper stating completed requirements, it’s a representation to companies that this student learned by doing and is ready for the workforce. During a student’s time at Cal Poly, many opportunities arise to assist in the job […]
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Cal Poly launches Portfolium network
Cal Poly has just partnered with a company called Portfolium to help give students an edge in finding jobs after graduation.
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Construction jobs sparse post-grad
Typical construction management students should expect four to five job offers at graduation this spring, construction management head Allan Hauck said. The economy this year is not like the days before the recession of 2008 hit, Hauck said.
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Preparation: A key step to finding a job
On Wednesday and Thursday, Chumash Auditorium will be filled with more handshakes than a political convention, more smiles than a beauty pageant and more sweat than a gym. This can only mean one thing: Cal Poly’s winter career fair. The career fair will offer students the chance to submit their résumés to more than 150 […]
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On campus resources to get a job
With rising tuition costs and a competitive job market that requires a résumé, there are more reasons than ever for college students to get a job. Fortunately, Cal Poly provides plenty of resources for students to join the workforce, whatever the reason. The university’s Career Resource Center is available to help students find short-term jobs, internships […]
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What employers are really looking for in applicants
Recently one of my professors handed out a 2007 article from FORTUNE magazine titled, “The Trouble with MBAs.” In a nutshell, the article talked about interpersonal and communication skills being more important than grades, education or major-related experience. The article even quoted a prominent businessman as saying, “Just concentrate on networking … everything else you can learn […]
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Job hunting: the early bird catches the worm
Erik Hansen is a graduate student pursuing a Master of Public Policy and the “When I Was a Mustang…” columnist.
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From elevator pitches to hypotheticals: tips to stand out in an interview
Congratulations on your 4.0 GPA, 10 years of work experience and your volunteer work at a homeless shelter every Friday and Saturday night. Unfortunately, it takes more to get a well-paid job at a reputable company these days. With a more competitive job market and a growing number of highly qualified job seekers, don’t be […]
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Students can find non-traditional jobs for their majors
Traditionally certain majors have generated particular careers, but this is no longer the case. Today, a journalism major does not necessarily have to write for a newspaper, and a psychology student doesn’t have to be a psychologist. You might be wondering what these professionals can do, then.
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Prospective solar farm could strengthen local economy with jobs, dollars
A 1,500-acre solar farm is pending approval by the county Planning Commission. If permits are granted, the farm could bring hundreds of jobs and millions of dollars to the local economy.
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After graduation: what’s next for Cal Poly graduates
As Cal Poly students bring their undergraduate college careers to a close, the question that seems to come up time and time again is “What’s next?”