What’s New on Handshake?

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Evolving our platform to help you make career moves on the go

Our newly improved Handshake experience brings together everything you need to find, land, and succeed in your next role.

Handshake now …

By Gabby Maxwell
Gabby Maxwell Program Coordinator
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Diversify Your Talent Pipeline

Texas has added over half a million jobs in the past year and unemployment is at 3.5% in Odessa and 2.6% in Midland, so recruiting in the Permian Basin has its challenges. Many companies are looking for ways to expand …

By Megan Baeza
Megan Baeza Executive Director
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Career Champion Spotlight

As a devoted supporter of the University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB), Cassandra’s contributions to Career Services have left a mark on the university community.

Cassandra generously donated clothing to the career closet, providing students with the professional attire. Her …

By Gabby Maxwell
Gabby Maxwell Program Coordinator
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Career Champion Spotlight

Dr. Roy Counts stands out as a mentor for professional growth within our UT Permian Basin community.

He makes a big impact by partnering with Career Services. Dr. Counts connects students with industry knowledge and accounting professionals. He knows the …

By Gabby Maxwell
Gabby Maxwell Program Coordinator
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Alumni Advice

By Gabby Maxwell
Gabby Maxwell Program Coordinator
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Are micro-internships, internships, apprenticeships, or co-ops best for job-seeking students?

It is understandable that many college and university students don’t understand just how much value most hiring managers and others involved in recruiting place on experience as opposed to grades and other academic achievements. Certainly, many employers primarily hire based …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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The Future of Recruitment: Hiring Trends for 2024

Have you ever wondered that in the time it takes to brew your morning coffee, over a million job applications are submitted worldwide?

In the ever-evolving dance of supply and demand in the job market, the pace of recruitment is …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Accelerate Your Career With the Top Audit Job Simulations on Forage

A career in auditing is what “trust but verify” looks like in action. Auditors are the last line of defense from financial fraud and mismanagement and it’s up to them to ensure the defenses are functioning. However, gaining experience as …

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How to Highlight Your Academic Accomplishments on Your Resume

Today, the average job listing gets more than 250 applications. That’s hard to contend with, even if you’re the most seasoned professional. But when you’re a student or recent graduate with little to no experience behind you, this can feel even …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Essential Social Skills You Need to Advance Your Career

Having the right social skills is key to succeeding in both remote and in-person office environments. Below are the six most important social skills you’ll need to continue to advance your career.

1. Communication

Few social skills are as important …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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How to Adapt Your Career to Survive the AI Revolution

AI’s fast growth has been causing a lot of excitement and a lot of anxiety. Some people are encouraged by AI’s advances, while others are worried. Questions like “Will robots take our jobs?” and “How should we prepare for the …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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