How to Write a Cover Letter That Actually Gets You Hired in 2026

Let’s be honest: writing a cover letter is one of the most frustrating parts of job searching. You stare at a blank page, unsure what to say that isn’t just a rehash of your resume. You second-guess every sentence. You …

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Surviving your transition from student to corporate life

By the time July rolls around, most summer internships are at a dangerous crossroads. The initial excitement has faded, the routine has set in, and many interns find themselves drifting into autopilot mode—or worse, stuck doing low-level busywork that doesn’t …

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Cars and Coding: BMW internship prepares Sankner for a career in computer science

Senior Matt Sankner is grateful for every step that is helping him stand apart from the competition — beginning with an amazing internship experience with BMW Group.

He is thankful his hockey coach recruited him to play for the Cardinals — but …

By Deb Nahrgang
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Saint Mary’s Psy.D. graduates continue growing presence in Navy psychology

When Sara Murray M’24 first began studying psychology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, she did not initially envision a future in military psychology. That changed after hearing Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) Tuong Setala, a Navy psychologist and alumna of Saint Mary’s Psy.D. …

By Janie McGann
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3 job search tips for college grads

By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com

If you recently tossed your graduation cap in the year after years of hard work, dedication and late night study sessions, this article celebrates you–congratulations on your huge achievement!

Let’s take a moment …

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How to Start a Cover Letter: 10 Opening Lines That Impress Recruiters

The first sentence of your cover letter is doing a lot of heavy lifting. Recruiters spend seconds — not minutes — scanning applications. So if your opener is “I am writing to express my interest in the position,” you’ve already …

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Strategies for Maintaining Professional Relationships During Career Transitions

When changing your career, you’ll be excited about the new growth opportunities you’re about to explore. At the same time, you may also feel nervous about leaving people behind.

No matter where your career takes you, ensure you protect your …

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Why a shorter workweek matters to the next generation of workers

Toni Frana, career expert at Zety.com 

Gen Z professionals have come of age during a time of great change across the country and the world. Advancements in technology, namely AI tools, have changed how they study, how they work, …

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Yes, it’s July and, no, it’s not too late to land an internship

If you didn’t land a position back in April when everyone else was locking down their plans, it’s easy to feel like you’ve missed the boat entirely. The conventional wisdom says that by the time mid-summer rolls around, HR departments …

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How to Find Entry-Level Remote Jobs in 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)

Remote work isn’t going anywhere. And for early-career job seekers, that’s genuinely good news. You’re no longer limited to roles within commuting distance of your campus or hometown. A company based in San Francisco can hire you while you’re finishing …

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