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If you’ve ever Googled “how to get an internship,” you’ve probably seen the same recycled advice on repeat: Perfect your resume. Apply early. Network. Be yourself. But, that’s not enough anymore. You’re entering a job market that’s totally different from the one your professors, parents, or even older siblings started in. Recruiters use AI, employers care more about skills than majors, and hiring decisions often happen before you ever click “apply.” So why are we still teachi

Are you sending out applications and hearing nothing back? That black hole you feel your resume is going into... it is not your imagination. This is a massive frustration for job seekers at every level. Applicant tracking systems are overflowing, and it’s easier than ever for a good resume to get lost in the noise. When faced with this, the most common response is panic. You think, "I just need to apply more." You start a numbers game, sending out 50, 100, or 200 applications

Let's have an honest moment. You’re blowing it in the last five minutes of your interview. You had a great answer for "Tell me about yourself," you crushed the behavioral questions, and you built a real rapport with the interviewers. You’re feeling confident. You’re practically picking out your first-day outfit. Then they lean back and say the six fatal words: "So, do you have any questions for me?" And your brain short-circuits. Out of your mouth comes the most predictable,

Walking into a career fair can feel like stepping into a buzzing beehive. So many people, so many companies, and so many opportunities all swirling around. It’s exciting, but also a little overwhelming, right? I’ve been there, wandering the aisles, clutching my resume like a lifeline, wondering how to make a lasting impression. But here’s the good news: with the right career fair strategies, you can turn that chaos into your personal launchpad for job success. Let’s dive into

The open road. There's something inherently fun about it, especially when you're driving in the heart of the South. I recently made the 3-plus-hour schlep  from Memphis to Nashville, not just for a scenic drive, but to spend the week at RecFest . (And for those of you who don’t live and breathe the world of Talent Acquisition like yours truly , RecFest is basically the Coachella of recruiting conferences. Think festival atmosphere meets TED Talk gravitas . This year, instead

A parent taking over writing their students resume. As a parent, you’d do anything to see your child succeed. You’ve been their coach,...

My dog, Ellis, reminded me of some important lessons in job search strategy, and it happened at a “weenie dog race” this morning at the...

By Julia Levy, Talent Acquisition Leader & Founder of Hi2Hired A successful job search requires focus, resilience, and a keen eye for detail. Unfortunately, the modern job hunt has become a digital minefield. Scams are growing increasingly sophisticated. Scammers now use AI to create hyper-realistic fake listings, profiles, and emails. They’ve eliminated the obvious typos that once gave them away. It’s imperative that every job seeker adopts a rigorous verification process. H

You wouldn't let your student navigate rush-hour traffic blindfolded, so why are we letting them wander through a hyper-competitive job...

The career fair. It's a massive, buzzing hall often filled with the best intentions and the biggest missed opportunities. As someone who...

You've heard the buzz: "Go to the career fair!" Your college career services push it, your parents mention it, and it feels like a...

By Julia Levy, Global Talent Acquisition Executive & Author of From Hi to Hired Let's get real. You've busted your butt for four years...