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We’re here to help you plan for a future that is customized to your own version of success. From resume prep to a lending ear - and all of the internship and job prep in between - you’ve always got us to see you through your career journey during and after Brown.
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09/21/2023
38% of you answered correctly!
Q: When was the College of Rhode Island renamed to Brown University?
A: 1804! Originally located in Warren, Rhode Island, and called the College of Rhode Island, Brown moved to its current spot on College Hill overlooking Providence in 1770 and was renamed in 1804 in recognition of a $5,000 gift from Nicholas Brown.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
09/19/2023
Coco Kaleel '24 was a Software Engineering Intern at Nuance Communications last summer. Coco shares the following advice for seeking summer opportunities: "Start early, and don't lean as heavily on major resume collection stuff. Lean towards networking!" 🐻🌟
09/16/2023
Welcome back to school, Brown! Yesterday, we had our Center for Career Exploration on the Green event.
We got to talk to YOU about what is new with our center, as we played a fun-filled game of spin the wheel to take home some swag.
Did you miss us? We'll be back on the green on September 29th, so save the date! See you there!
Brown's BIG Career Fair is next week!
Need tips from fellow students ahead of the event? Make sure to watch this throwback from last year's career fair to prepare yourself for Wednesday. We hope to see you there!
09/14/2023
41% of you answered correctly!
Q: How many students attended Brown's BIG Career Fair last year?
A: 1,788! Join us for our in-person fall fair. We have participating employers from a wide variety of industries. Will you be attending the career fair?
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
09/13/2023
We had so much fun last night at our SPOTLIGHT Consulting event!
Imagine a fusion of speed dating meets info session – our students enjoyed dinner and then engaged with 11 consulting firms in just about an hour, followed by a networking mix and mingle session!
Thank you all for attending!
09/12/2023
Nicholas Duffy '24 was a Legal Intern at Passalacqua & Associates, LLC last summer. Nicholas describes a few aspects of their opportunity: "I assisted lawyers with whatever they needed, with tasks as small as filing papers and as large as performing legal research to help with their cases or writing letters and motions for them. " 🐻🌟
Are you ready for Brown's BIG Career Fair?
Sarah popped up at the fair last year to ask employers some very important questions. If you want a helping hand and a few quick tips about making a successful first impression at the event, make sure to watch this Sarah on the Street episode! It's kind of like a career fair cheat sheet...
09/07/2023
77% of you answered correctly!
Q: What is the new name of the CareerLAB?
A: Center for Career Exploration! Through personalized advising, one-on-one mentoring and an expansive array of experiential learning opportunities, the new center will significantly expand career support for students.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
09/05/2023
Valerie Villegas '25 was a Programs and Services Intern at Interfaith of The Woodlands last summer. Valerie shares with us the following about their opportunity: "Given that I'm at a local non-profit, I've done just about everything asked. Some days I help with our senior services department by serving free meals or helping lead community activities. Other days I'm an unofficial receptionist, answering an abundance of questions and transferring calls. Some more specific assignments include updating a vast resource list and creating hundreds of clothing vouchers for clients." 🐻🌟
09/03/2023
We had so much fun getting to know everyone at the Campus Resource Fair! 💼
As a first-year, everything at Brown will feel completely new to you. The Center for Career Exploration is here to help you along your journey and offer you the necessary resources to thrive in the Brown community and beyond. Come by the center and say hello!
For more information on what we do and how we can help out, visit our website link in bio. You can even schedule your very first appointment with us! We hope to see you soon!
08/31/2023
46% of you answered correctly!
Q: What is the name of the video the CareerLAB has on cover letter writing?
A: Fantastic Cover Letter Writing! Our YouTube page has many videos, like this one, that help you prepare for job applications!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
08/30/2023
We are so excited to announce that the CareerLAB is now the Center for Career Exploration.
We’re expanding our staff and have updated our website to help you reflect on what matters to you, connect with alumni, parents, and employers, and explore internships, jobs, and careers.
Although a lot is changing, but we are still here to continue to help you with programs and one-on-one support for resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing and all other aspects of the application process.
To learn more visit our brand new website (link in bio), visit PCA open hours (starting September 13th) or attend one of our open houses on September 14, September 29 (both on Main Green) and October 20 (167 Angell St.)
08/29/2023
Simran Shankardass '23.5, a BrownConnect SPRINT LINK Awardee, was a Strategy and Transactions Intern at EY-Parthenon last summer. Simran shares with us the following advice: "It’s so important to apply to lots of internships, and a big step in the process even if it feels scary – but don’t get so caught up in applications that you forget to prep for the next steps, i.e., when people like those applications and invite you for interviews!" 🐻🌟
08/24/2023
82% of you answered correctly!
Q: The CareerLAB has specific tips for students hoping to apply for a federal government job. True or False?
A: True! Our website has a few interesting links in the Career Education section to help you land your dream job in the federal government!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
08/22/2023
Emory Brinson '24 was a Legislative Intern at the House of Representatives' Education and Labor Committee last summer. Emory shares with us the following about their opportunity: "The most exciting thing was getting to draft language that will be a part of the congressional record; rather than grunt work I was able to actively participate in the procedural and persuasive work that is to pass a bill from committee to the House floor." 🐻🌟
08/17/2023
55% of you answered correctly!
Q: On average, how much time do employers spend deciding whether your resume is of interest?
A: 15-20 seconds! For interesting tips on how to build and tailor your resume for different employers, visit the Career Education section of our website!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
08/15/2023
Francesca Vecchio '24 was an Undergraduate Research Fellow at the Mayo Clinic last summer. Francesca shares with us the following about their opportunity: "I worked as a biomedical engineering researcher with a retinal surgeon at the Mayo Clinic. I designed and developed a manufacturing procedure for a microfluidic device intended for retinal surgery." 🐻🌟
08/08/2023
Cecilia Marrinan '24 was a Strategic Partnerships and Grants Intern at National Geographic Society last summer. Cecilia shares with us the following about their opportunity: "An exciting part of the project is... everything! Developing a project and simultaneously working for one of the largest non-profit scientific and educational organizations in the world has been incredible. If I had to choose, the people were the best part of my internship." 🐻🌟
08/04/2023
The second day of the Summer Research Symposium
Here are a few more undergraduate researchers showcasing their findings.
Excited to see you next summer…
08/04/2023
The second day of the Summer Research Symposium
Here are a few more undergraduate researchers showcasing their findings.
See you next summer…
08/03/2023
Today was the first day of Summer Research Symposium. So great to see what our students learned. Here are a couple of student researchers we met today. We are looking forward to see you tomorrow for the second day :)
08/03/2023
72% of you answered correctly!
Q: What month of the year did August use to be in the Roman Calendar?
A: Sixth! In the Roman calendar, August was known as “Sextilis”, the Latin word for 6. It wasn’t until 700 BC when January and February were added to the calendar, that August was bumped down to become the 8th month of the year.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
08/01/2023
Tierra Sherlock '24, a BrownConnect SPRINT LINK Awardee, was a TV Development Intern at C-Dog Productions last summer. Tierra shares with us a glimpse of their experience: "I had the opportunity to read, evaluate, and provide notes for screenplays, manuscripts, podcasts, and other media being considered for or currently in development for television adaptation. I also sat it in on two TV series pitches, and I put together a mock pitch deck for another show C-Dog Productions currently has in development." 🐻🌟
What is Interstride? How can I navigate this site? Watch this insightful video where our PCA, Anna, walks us through this platform!
Interstride is an integrated platform to support international students and alumni every step of the way from admissions through graduation. Search for Interstride today to learn more!
07/27/2023
58% of you answered correctly!
Q: What was our event we hosted yesterday about?
A: Getting Started Workshop! This super fun workshop with Makayla and Lily, two Peer Career Advisors, was a wholistic but brief overview of how CareerLAB works.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
07/26/2023
LINK internships are in full swing! 🌎
A LINK supervisor shares with us a photo with LINK students Trevor Knupp ‘25 and Oliver Villanueva ‘25 at their internship in Buenos Aires, Argentina! 🇦🇷
BrownConnect SPRINT LINK Awards are part of the SPRINT family of programs, supporting experiential learning by providing students with access to funding for opportunities, both domestic and abroad.
Good luck to you both in this amazing endeavor! ❤️🐻
07/25/2023
Oluwasiji Soetan '25 was a Legal Intern at Aluko & Oyebode last summer. Oluwasiji shares with us some advice for peers seeking an internship opportunity: "I would recommend starting early. It 100% makes things easier in terms of keeping track of your progress on things, giving you enough time to apply for multiple opportunities, as well as to get a 'back up' in case things don't go according to the original plan." 🐻🌟
07/20/2023
73% of you answered correctly!
Q: What is a great way to make a lasting impression on your internship managers?
A: Remain professional! Remember that an internship is an extended interview. Don't take it for granted. Even if you work in a casual setting, you need to be cognizant of the impression that you are making.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
07/18/2023
Sabrina Sanclemente '25, a BrownConnect SPRINT LINK Awardee, was a Video Editor and Assistant at Jazz Crawl Productions and Cynthia Wade Productions last summer. Sabrina shares with us some advice for peers seeking an internship opportunity: "Use your resources and network because it is beyond helpful with this hunt. Something I have learned on campus is that people are always willing to help if you just ask." 🐻🌟
07/14/2023
Hello from New York! 🗽 This week, we welcomed CCG in NYC interns, their employers, the Nonprofit/Social Impact Group, and more than two dozen Brown alumni for delicious snacks and fun-filled conversations.
The goal of the BrownConnect CGG in NYC program is to connect Brown students with non-profits, start-ups, and public service agencies.
We hope that through this opportunity they are able to build skills and form a pathway into the non-profit and public service fields! Enjoy your summer CCG interns! ☀️
07/13/2023
87% of you answered correctly!
Q: What are some ways you could expand your network during your internship?
A: All of the above! Make sure to make the most out of your experience by meeting many different people in your organization, even if they're not in your specific team!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
07/11/2023
Genevieve Baldwin '25 was a part of the Camp Staff at The Rowe Center last summer. Genevieve shares with us some insightful aspects about their experience: "Camp is a space where young people are affirmed in their inherent value, encouraged to be their whole selves, and encounter adult role models who seek to present counter-narratives to harmful, limiting, or prejudiced narratives in our world. My job this summer was to empower young people and their identities, meet them where they were, support their needs, and help them empower each other." 🐻🌟
07/06/2023
59% of you answered correctly!
Q: How many hot dogs do Americans eat during the 4th of July holiday?
A: 150 million! According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, that's enough hot dogs to make a line from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles more than five times.
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
07/04/2023
David Castillo-Moreira '24 was a IA/IC Examinations Intern at the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission last summer. David shares with us some advice for the internship search: "Always know what you are applying for and have your resume updated. Practice for interviews, ask questions to former interns/alumni, be patient and give credit to yourself throughout the whole process. Also do not be afraid to apply, know what it is you’re getting into, but don’t be discouraged." 🐻🌟
06/29/2023
84% of you answered correctly!
Q: What are some great ways to improve your resume during the summer?
A: All of the above! There are so many activities that can help add interesting aspects to your resume. If you're still in doubt, schedule a meeting with a Career Counselor today!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
06/27/2023
Anh Duong '25 was a Software Engineering Intern at CoderPush last summer. Duong shares with us some aspects of their opportunity: "As a SWE intern, I got to utilize the latest technologies in the industry that are not taught in school, participate in the whole process of building and maintaining web applications, and learn to work effectively with teammates in real settings." 🐻🌟
06/26/2023
Willkommen to our wonderful participants of the Berlin Entrepreneurship Internship program! 🇩🇪
The experience, with a focus on startups and technology opportunities, provides Brown students the opportunity to expand classroom knowledge to the world of business through an immersive professional experience in Berlin, where the startup culture flourishes.
We hope you all enjoy your summer and we cannot wait to see all the work you contribute to your startups! 💼
Finding a job opportunity can be hard. Applicants often find themselves navigating a large and competitive landscape, seeking ways to stand out and showcase their unique skills and experiences.
Our new series "Demystifying Career Exploration" offers guidance while simplying the job hunt for students seeking employment. Watch Part 1 now!
06/08/2023
35% of you answered correctly!
Q: How many alumni are participating in our Summer Alumni Connections Program?
A: 112! The program, which involves individual and group meetings with a designated alum, commenced this week and will run until July 21. Happy networking!
Tune in next Tuesday for more fun Q&A.
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