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Navigating Your First Year as a USC Trojan
by Lanie Brice
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Navigating Your First Year as a Spring Admit
by Lanie Brice
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How to Balance Your Social Life During Finals
by Donal Buckley
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Study Tips and Habits to Get Through Finals Season
by Lauren Liang
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USC Resume Tips and Tricks:
No matter your major, creating a resume may seem daunting. There seem to be hundreds of different templates on Google, but thankfully, the USC Career Center offers concise guides on resume-making. These resources not only help you format your resume but also provide valuable tips on how to highlight your skills and experiences effectively.
I Went to the USC Career Center, Here’s How It Went
By: Ani Antonyan ‘24
Transitioning from college life to the real world is exhilarating yet terrifying. It's hard not to think about your future— especially as graduation approaches. As the semesters fly by, I catch myself pondering whether I'm prepared for what’s ahead. Luckily, the USC Career Center is here to help USC students navigate our future and goals. Come with me on my adventure to sort out my career and show you the resources you can take advantage of.
Career Preparation Resources @ USC
By: Ela Rybak ‘25
Whether you’re a pre-med student hoping to become a doctor or a business major set on investment banking, the job market can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Here are three tips to make navigating recruiting as painless as possible:
What I've Learned From Recruiting Season (and What I Wish I Knew)
By: Lauren Liang ‘23
Before I was hired for my first internship, I was willing to accept any offer that came my way. During interviews, I curated my experiences to whatever I thought the recruiter wanted to hear. While this is permissible as long as you’re still truthful, doing so is a surefire way to end up at a company that might not be a great fit for you.
What I Learned Applying for Summer Internships (Pt.1)
By: Sydney Henry ‘24
The semester is winding down fast and summer is approaching very quickly. Some people are deciding to go on vacation, some people are getting a summer job, and some just want to do nothing this summer. A lot of people, including myself, are applying for internship and don’t know where to start when it comes to applying for them. So here is what I have learned while applying for internships.
6 Things to Do Before Career Fair
By: Kelsey Cheng ‘25
Want to land an internship? This year’s Spring Career Fair is on February 24th, now in person! Employers from all industries participate to recruit for full-time, part-time, and paid internship opportunities. Take a look at this checklist to make sure you get the most out of the day!
Tips on Making Your Digital Mark — Personal Website
By: Terry Nguyen ‘ 20
The spring semester may feel like a drag, but remember – life stops for no one, even if you have three midterms all in the same week (hopefully, not the same day). Career fairs, fellowships and summer internship applications are barely starting to roll out, and with that comes the need for a clear resumé booster to rival against the hyper-competitive students in your college.