If all you want for the holidays is a job, it’s not going to come in your stocking — but that doesn’t mean getting hired shouldn’t be on your wish list. As 2015 comes to a close, employers want to ensure that their leftover hiring budget isn’t allocated elsewhere, and they’re eager to fill up positions before the New Year starts. Additionally winter is coming, which means winternships are coming: many students have longer winter breaks — some lasting anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks long, and employers want to capitalize on their free time. 

Here’s why you should ramp up your efforts this holiday season.

Less competition

Because of the common misconception that no one is hiring during the holidays, many job seekers will relax their job search even though the number of open positions hasn’t decreased. If hiring needs haven’t been met by the holidays, then employers are still looking to place candidates in open roles. Continuing your job search when other candidates are stalled means that the odds are in your favor.

Not to mention, January and February mark the strongest hiring periods of the year. Even if you don’t get hired by Christmas, making sure your materials (resume, cover letter, references and letters of recommendation) are updated and ready to send to employers will allow you to be a more competitive candidate when the new year arrives.

Holiday parties

Spirits are high, and people are ready to mingle – what better way to leverage your job search needs than attending a holiday party? While you shouldn’t go around shouting, “Do YOU want to hire me?!” before anyone’s even had a chance to sip some eggnog, holiday parties are a great way to network with friends and friends of friends who may be able to put in a good word for you at their respective companies. You may even have the opportunity to get your face and name in front of the decision-makers. At WayUp, we often use our parties to pitch our company to potential candidates so that they can’t wait to apply!

Employers are human too.

Not everything can be planned ahead of time, which means that employers may be faced with unexpected hiring needs this season. This past summer on WayUp, we saw companies posting summer internships well into July, and we’re expecting the same pattern for winternships. As a job seeker, you should be ready at all times: Don’t let anything hold you back when the perfect opportunity comes up.

Happy Holidays! Keep your eyes peeled for all the incredible jobs and internships coming in this season.

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The holidays are busy—and we’re not just talking about the actual event planning, gift giving, final exams, and traveling that goes into the season. For businesses, the holidays are a time of year-end reports, financial statements, and 20__ planning.

But if you want to get ahead in the job search, you have to be willing to work when others can’t manage to juggle their schedules.

Here are four reasons that applying for a job or internship during the holidays is actually one of the best times to do it.

1. Less Competition

Because people think that no one is working (or hiring) when the holiday season is in full swing, they’re less likely to apply. So, it makes sense that if you’re getting busy while they’re staying still, you’re more likely to get your application reviewed in the meantime. Plenty of work happens between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, trust us. Some companies may go on a holiday hiring freeze. But, hey, you only need one job offer that you like, right?

2. Holiday Networking

Family friends, relatives, and neighbors all make excellent resources for networking. Holiday parties are the perfect opportunity to connect with people in an industry you’re interested in. Benefit from 18+ years of being a child in their eyes and let them know that you’re ready to take on a serious internship or your first full-time role. Connections can get you in the door—and the rest is up to you.

3. Getting Sorted For The New Year (And New Semester)

What better way to enjoy your senior spring (or just the first few weeks of the new year) than knowing that your not-so-distant future is all set? Yes, the job search can take time, but getting your apps in while most job-seeking people are slacking might give you the perfect opportunity to get interviewed and hired FAST.

4. More Temporary And Internship Opportunities

The beginning and end of the year are particularly busy times for businesses. They’re either dealing with new business or settling old business. Either way, the need for temporary or internship-type roles arises quickly. That means now is the time to strike. If you impress the socks off your boss, you could be looking at your first full-time job offer in a couple months. Either way, it’s great for the resume and will tide you over to the next thing.

5. This Whole Job Search Thing Might Take A While

It might seem early to start looking for a job or internship that starts in May, June, July, or even later, but most companies don’t want to wait. Many of the most desirable companies to work for start their search for talent very early. And that means you have to start looking early, too.

There are ways to speed up the process, but it’s always better to be safe than sorry.

So, enjoy the festivities and celebrations. But remember, ’tis the season for more than just presents.

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Fall, winter, spring, and summer can all be referred to when discussing the duration of an internship, but, what about an externship? The only proper way to answer this question is with an ambiguous statement of “well, it depends.”

What is an Externship?

The simplest externship definition is to job shadow an individual, typically a respected professional within an industry or workplace a student has interest in pursuing. Externships are typically held for short time period lasting anywhere from a single day to eight weeks and are often held over a student’s winter or spring break whereas internships tend to be eight weeks long at minimum.

Differences between Externships and Internships

The other major difference between externships and internships are that externships typically are unpaid and the student usually doesn’t receive school credit for their experience. Even though the student is directly in the workplace, they’re still only shadowing the professional or group of professionals rather than having work delegated and projects assigned, such as one would have in an internship. The top aspect to remember when deciphering the difference of an externship versus an internship is that externships are used mainly to explore interests and curiosities whereas internships act as the bridge from student life to professional life.

For example, a finance student desperate for real world experience within the industry would most likely hold a fall or summer finance internship for a well known finance company such as Sequoia Capital. On the other side, a finance student who only had a single week free in summer might hold an externship with the CFO of Kiva, still gaining valuable experience but holding it for a shorter duration and mainly for observational purposes.

How to get an Externship?

But wait, how would a student land an externship with a CFO you ask? This can be answered with the use of a single tool – professional networking. A student should spend time harnessing powerful tools available such as browsing connections on Linkedin, asking professors for introductions to past colleagues, or watching campus guest speakers and meeting them once their presentation is over. Networking is often overlooked, so tap into it and land your next externship.

In the end, both externships and internships are extremely beneficial for a student of any major. The trick is proper time management to know which is the best fit, at the given time.

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People are always talking about how getting your career started and moving up the ladder is all about who you know, but what if you don’t know anyone?

The good news: You’re definitely not alone.

The other good news: Building your network from scratch doesn’t have to take several hours every day. Instead, try using these five easy methods for creating a network that people will call #squadgoals.

1. Create a List of Everyone Who Could Be in Your Professional Network

I know what you’re thinking: “I can’t create a list of professional contacts! I don’t have any!,” but unless you’ve spent your entire life living off the land in a cave by yourself, chances are you’ve come into contact with other humans…right?

Here’s the kicker: Every person you’ve met and will continue to meet has the potential to be part of your professional network. Do you have any close friends who work in the same industry as you? Add them to your list, or maybe you have family friends, professors or alumni whom you’ve leaned on for mentorship and support in the past. They get a spot, too. Any employers or coworkers from previous jobs or internships? Put ‘em on there as well.

What should this list look like? Create a simple Google Spreadsheet that includes each person’s name, current role and company, contact information, where/how you met them, the last time you interacted with them and any other notes about your professional relationship.

The good news is, building and maintaining a network from scratch doesn’t have to be a huge puzzle. If you’re proactive and thoughtful, you’d be surprised how quickly things can go your way.

While you don’t need to be overly detailed (“Tweeted at Joe Smith on April 24, 2016 at 5:10am”), it’s helpful going forward to see which contacts you haven’t reached out to in a while (say hey before the connection goes cold) and also who you can reach out to for what.

Pro tip: Make sure you’re reaching out to everyone in your network roughly three times per year. Even if it’s a quick check-in, that’s way better than no contact at all.

2. Contact Your Network the Right Way

One of the biggest mistakes young people make when it comes to building and maintaining a network is not knowing when or how to contact professional contacts when they need something.

Some quick networking etiquette for reaching out to your network:

• Make your ask small and manageable. Don’t ask a contact for a job right off the bat or to figure out your career path for you.
• Keep your email short (five sentences tops).
• Steer clear of emailing with several requests in a row.
• Be mindful of other people’s time and also what needs they might have.
• Offer them an out.

What should you do instead? As I mentioned above, if you’re staying in touch with your network, reaching out should be no big deal.

What a Template of Your Email Looks Like

Here’s what the outreach email can look like:

Hi [name],

It was so great chatting about [topic you discussed] at [place you interacted]! As always, your thoughts were on point and exactly what I needed to hear.

I have a very quick favor to ask you. I’m [explain in 1-2 sentences] and would really appreciate your help with [explain in 3-4 words]. If you’re able to hop on a quick 10-minute call to discuss, that’d be amazing, or if it’s easier to answer over email, that’d be helpful too.

I totally understand that you’re really busy, so it’s okay if you can’t take this on right now! Either way, I’d love to go out for coffee and catch up soon.

Best,

[Your name]

What Your Email Looks Like in Practice

Here’s what that email looks like when filled out:

Hi James,

It was so great chatting about your start in software engineering at Wesleyan’s alumni event last weekend! As always, your thoughts were on point and exactly what I needed to hear.

I have a very quick favor to ask you. I’m about to have my first technical interview next Thursday and would really appreciate your help going through the basics of how technical interviews work. If you’re able to hop on a quick 10-minute call to discuss, that’d be amazing, or if it’s easier to answer over email, that’d be helpful too.

I totally understand that you’re really busy, so it’s okay if you can’t take this on right now! Either way, I’d love to go out for coffee and catch up soon.

Best,

Lily

What a Template of Your Email Looks Like

If you haven’t reached out to someone in your network in a long time, make sure you acknowledge that you haven’t been in contact in a while, and also make sure that your ask is small.

Hi [name],

Long time, no talk! I’ve been busy [explain your situation in 3-4 words] and it looks like you’ve been doing huge things at [explain their situation in 3-4 words].

I have a very quick favor to ask you. I’m [explain in 1-2 sentences] and would really appreciate your help. If you’re able to hop on a quick 10-minute call to discuss, that’d be amazing, or if it’s easier to answer over email, that’d be helpful too.

I totally understand that you’re really busy, so it’s okay if you can’t take this on right now! Either way, I’d love to go out for coffee and catch up soon.

Best,

[Your name]

What Your Email Looks Like in Practice

Here’s that email when filled out:

Hi Carly,

Long time, no talk! I’ve been busy finishing up my senior year and handing in my thesis (more about this on WayUp), and it looks like you’ve been doing huge things at Google (congrats on the big product launch!).

I have a small favor to ask you. I’m looking at applying for several engineering jobs, but I’m nervous about how technical recruiting works for full-time positions. Since you worked as a university recruiter and dealt with these scenarios all the time from a hiring manager’s perspective, I would really appreciate your help going through the basics of how these parts of the hiring process work. If you’re able to meet up for coffee or hop on a quick 15-minute call to discuss, that’d be amazing, or if it’s easier to answer over email, that’d be helpful too.

I totally understand that you’re really busy, so it’s okay if you can’t take this on right now! Either way, I’d love to go out for coffee and catch up soon.

Best,

Lily

Trust me: There’s nothing worse than getting an email from someone you haven’t spoken to in a year that says, “Hey! We haven’t talked in a year! Get me a job at your company!” Not a good look.

3. Master the Cold Pitch

Once you’ve found your footing with the people you already know, how do you reach out to people you don’t? WayUp’s co-founder and CEO Liz Wessel is a huge fan of cold email pitching, and she’s onto something: Cold email pitching is a surprisingly effective way to meet new people and get further in your career. Why does it get a bad rap? Often people just don’t do it right.

When you’re emailing someone you’ve never talked to before, there are 3 key things to keep in mind:

• Keep your actual email short (five sentences tops).
• Make your request small, simple and straightforward.
• Offer the person an out.

What a Template of Your Email Looks Like

Hi [person’s first name],

I’ve been a huge fan of your work at [person’s company] for a while, particularly your recent work on [specific project or initiative]. I also saw that [insert 5-7 words about any other points of connection, like being an alma mater or how you worked on something similar].

I’m a [explain your situation in 3-5 words], and since this is in your wheelhouse, I was wondering if it would be possible to [short one-sentence request]. I’d love to meet for coffee or hop on a quick 15-minute call to discuss, whatever’s easiest for you. I also understand that you’re busy; if there’s a better time for me to follow up, let me know.

Thanks so much for your time, and if you need any other info, feel free to have a look at my WayUp profile [link to profile]!

Best,

[Your name]

What Your Email Looks Like in Practice

Hi Abby,

I’ve been a huge fan of your work at Teen Vogue for a while, particularly your recent four-part installment on college party culture. It was such an eye-opening read, and as someone who’s covered the college beat in the past, I know how much work it took.

I’m a recent grad who’s looking at two potential career paths in magazines, and because you’re so knowledgeable about the world of magazine journalism, I was hoping to get your opinion on if it’s better to start in print or digital when it comes to working at a magazine.

I’m New York-based, so I’d love to buy you coffee or hop on a quick 15-minute call to discuss, whatever’s easiest for you. I also understand that you’re busy; if there’s a better time for me to follow up, let me know.

Thanks so much for your time, and if you need any other info, feel free to have a look at my WayUp profile!

Best,

Lily

Time to rack up those contacts.

4. Use Your Social Media for Professional Good

Speaking from personal experience, during my four years of college, I was based in Middletown, Connecticut, a periphery suburb of Hartford, and while I liked my time at Wesleyan, central Connecticut isn’t the most happening place for networking, especially if you’re looking to connect with professionals primarily in New York and San Francisco.

How’d I get around it? One word: Twitter. I joined Twitter chats, tweeted out links to stories and articles I found interesting, and interacted with as many people on the platform as possible. Unsurprisingly, after nearly two and a half years as an active user, I’d venture to say that I met 70% of my network online (and probably 50% of my friends, if I’m being honest).

While I’m not saying you need to follow what I did to a T, the lesson is simple: Social media, whether it’s Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or another network, is an easy, free way to build your network at your own pace. It isn’t just for personal use, and it can get you light-years ahead.

5. Help Other People as Much as Possible

When you’re trying to build your own network, it’s easy to get caught up in what you need and what your own career looks like. One of the most important things you can do as you continue to add more people to your list is to make sure you’re helping out your contacts as much as possible.

Feel like you don’t have anything to offer others as a young person? Think again. Often people are looking to others for small favors, like posting about an exciting opportunity on social media or inviting some friends to an event their company is throwing.

These small favors add up and make you a valuable connection for other people, so the sooner you start offering your help to people, the easier it is to build your network and also create an army of people willing to go to bat for you in the future.

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Are you counting down the days to the end of your school year? Maybe you’ve got a few exams left or maybe you’re already home free. Either way, one thing is coming up whether you’re ready or not: summer internship season.

If you’re sitting in your dorm or childhood bedroom right now and thinking, “I haven’t applied for a single internship,” then do not despair. New internships are showing up every day on WayUp because—believe it or not—there are always more opportunities opening up at companies.

If you’re internship-less and don’t know where to start, then start right here, right now by reading this quick guide.

Instead Of Giving Up, Start Your Internship Search Now

But where should you start your search?  Thousands of companies—including startups, Fortune 500s, and everything in between—are still searching for Summer 2019 interns. Maybe they had too many positions and couldn’t fill them all yet, or maybe they just realized the need for a new marketing intern for their latest product. Either way, the reality is that thousands of companies are still hiring on WayUp right now.

Worried that you’ll be competing against hundreds of applicants? Well, WayUp has that covered. Once you’ve created a profile and logged into the homepage you’ll receive an endless feed of jobs tailored to your qualifications, expressed interest, and academic/professional background. With your custom job feed, you’re bound to find an internship that matches you closely.

Of course, finding internships you want to apply for is only the beginning.  You also have to have your resume ready to go.  Check out resume beginner guides to get yourself on the right track and make sure you have a couple different versions of your resume for different industries (if you’re applying to a wide range of jobs).

Even if you’re not looking for a full-blown internship, there are plenty of amazing part-time summer jobs on WayUp, too. These, too, can be great money-makers and resume-builders for people early in their college career.

The most important thing to do is actually apply. So make your WayUp profile, get your resume ready, and start searching today!

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Recruiters want to get to know you. Their jobs depend on finding and hiring successful candidates just like you everyday. Yet many job seekers are afraid of reaching out to recruiters. When they do, they fumble words, aren’t timely or don’t convey enough interest in the role to gain a reply, let alone a job offer. I hate seeing skilled applicants lose out on a better life because they didn’t know how to communicate with a recruiter.

The good news is there’s a proven way to reach out to recruiters and get a response – break away from the pack with these tips:

1. Know what you want.

One of the worst ways to reach out to a recruiter is with a vague request that only benefits you. Think about how you can make the recruiter’s life easier instead of wasting their time.

“Have time to chat?” – Most likely not since they’re reviewing hundreds of applicants. Also, chat about what?

“I’m interested in this job – would you know something about it?” Yes, it’s their job to know.

Have a specific purpose for reaching out other than wanting a job – which is why everyone is applying in the first place. Learning about company culture, asking for introductions to the hiring team or getting feedback on your candidacy are great reasons to reach out to a recruiter.

2. Keep it short and sweet.

Recruiters get anywhere from 5 to 30 seconds to review each applicant. They have even less time for answering emails from people that would like to borrow some of their time to chat.

By keeping things short, you are respectful of the recruiter’s busy schedule and are more likely to receive a response. Messages shouldn’t be more than 2 minute read. Anything longer will be “saved for later,” but more likely will be forgotten and never opened again. How many times have you done this with your own email?

3. Observe the power dynamic and be respectful.

You’re the one requesting a job from someone with an extremely busy schedule. The recruiter’s opinion of you can make or break your job offer.

Be respectful with your tone and requests. Start small and always give the final choice to the recruiter.

“I applied to this position. Can you forward my application to the hiring manager?” Why does the recruiter owe you a favor? This is too direct for an introduction.

“I want talk about Acme Co. I’m free on Tuesday at 4PM and Thursday at 3PM.” This assumes the recruiter wants to talk to you, which may not be the case. Also, you want to give the choice of time to the person in power by offering a range of options. Being strict upfront isn’t a good first impression to set.

Being respectful shows you’re likely a pleasant person to work with, another plus in your job candidacy.

4. Make decision making easy.

Your goal with the first email is to get a yes to the introduction and a small request, not a job offer. While it’s possible to get a job with a single email, it’s highly unlikely for most people. Since you’re likely to have multiple email exchanges with your recruiter, start off small with easy “yes or no” questions.

“I applied to Acme Inc. How do you like it there?” This question begs for a long response, which probably won’t happen.

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With the above tips in mind, here are two email scripts I’ve used in my own job hunt to get responses.

[REACHING OUT]

Hi Recruiter,

My name is Leo and I recently applied to the Associate Marketing Manager position at Acme Inc. I’m reaching out to introduce myself and learn more about Acme’s culture. Are you open to chatting about your experience at Acme sometime this week? I’m free anytime after 2PM.

Thanks in advance for your time.

Best,
Leo

Why this gets responses:

• Clear intent
• Polite
• Respects power dynamic
• Gives easy choice to recruiters

[FOLLOWING UP]

Hi Recruiter,

My name is Leo and I reached out last week to learn more about your experience at Acme Inc. I didn’t want my last request to get lost in your inbox. If you’re free, I’d love to chat anytime this week after 3PM. Please let me know!

Thank you,
Leo

Why this gets responses:

• Refers previous message
• Polite reason for follow up
• Respects power dynamic
• Direct call-to-action for recruiter

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By mastering communication, you speed up your job hunting, network your way into an offer and stand out from the sea of other job seekers.

Here’s what to do next:

1. Modify the above scripts to match your needs and try them for your next job hunt. Leave a comment below telling us your results.
2. If you’re interested in learning how to turn outreach emails into job offers, check out my free tactical guide on “5 Steps to Interview” – a FREE download.

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Want to nail your first interview? Take this advice from our CEO.

Liz Wessel was a former Associate Product Marketing Manager at Google for 2 years before starting WayUp to create more jobs for college students. As WayUp’s CEO, Liz has interviewed hundreds of candidates – some of whom impressed her, and some of whom…well, let’s just say they didn’t get a second-round interview.

Her method for a successful interview? REAF: research, enthusiasm, ask questions, and follow up. Here’s how you can rock and REAF your way into landing a second-round interview.

Research

There are the 3 things you should know like the back of your hand before you walk into your interview: the company, the job, and your interviewer.

“Look for 3 things that you think are going to surprise your interviewer – things you think the interviewer doesn’t even know about the company,” says Liz, who read a book about Google in preparation for her interview and ended up surprising her interviewer by referencing the name of the person who created Google’s logo. It made a positive impression that eventually led to her full-time offer.

When it comes to researching the job, Liz says to look employees up on the company website who have the same or a similar position title, or to find their LinkedIn or Twitter accounts. This will allow you to see what kinds of projects they’ve carried out in the role and help you to have a better understanding of what your responsibilities will be.

Finally, research the actual person you’ll be interviewing with. While you may not know who you’ll be interviewing with in advance, it’s ok to ask in order to find out. Look for information on the person and find out where they went to school and other fun facts about them. You may come across a commonality that you can naturally bring up during your interview to make a stronger connection!

Enthusiasm

Assuming your interviewer isn’t already in HR, people are volunteering their own time out of their work day to interview you–and there’s nothing worse than sacrificing time away from your work to meet with someone who doesn’t even want to be there. “[Candidates] try to play it cool,” Liz says. “I don’t want to hire you if you’re too cool for this company.”

You can convey enthusiasm through great posture and interview body language. Make sure you’re smiling and engaging with your interviewer. Make comments like, “I’m so excited to be meeting you!” and “Thanks so much for taking the time to speak with me!” Your positive attitude will go a long way.

Ask questions

You should have 3 questions minimum prepared for the end of your interview. An example of a bad question is, “If I weren’t going to get the role, what would the reason be for that?” because this type of question puts the interviewer in an awkward position. Instead, Liz recommends asking, “Where would I have the most opportunity to learn in this role?” to get feedback on your interview weaknesses.

Liz’s two favorite questions to receive are “What makes the employees at your company all-stars? and “What keeps you up at night?”  The first is great because it can give you insight into how you can be successful at the company – and the answer can help you display those traits during your second interview. “The second question shows me they care about the challenges the company is facing,” Liz adds.

Follow-up

There are two email addresses you should have by the end of an interview: the email of your recruiter and your interviewer. Assuming you already have access to your recruiter’s email, you can politely ask for your interviewer for his or her business card in case you’d like to follow up with any questions. If your interviewer says no, don’t take it personally. “They’re probably interviewing a lot of different candidates and don’t want to be spammed with 50 questions.”

Liz recommends you follow up over email thanking them for their time within 12 hours of the interview. For your email to the interviewer, Liz recommends adding in a “P.S.” that either makes the interviewer smile or reminds him or her of the commonalities you shared during your interview.

What if you don’t hear back? Liz says that you shouldn’t assume you’ll get a response immediately after your follow-up – and if you don’t, that doesn’t mean you didn’t get the job. “I didn’t receive an offer from Google until 2 or 3 months after I interviewed – let alone the 5 months it took from the time I submitted my application,” Liz said. However, if your interviewer says that you will hear back at the end of March and you haven’t heard back on April 1st, it’s ok to send a note asking about the status of your application.

With these tips, you can confidently walk into any interviewer prepared to answer questions about the role, the company, and how you can contribute to the business.

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You applied, got the interview, received an offer, and now you’re about to start your new internship. You’re nervous yet excited and you want to ensure that you’re fully prepared so that you can walk in ready to rock whatever is thrown your way. First impressions will set the standard, for your first week especially, so you want to make sure you leave a positive mark.

Take a look at our advice below about how to prepare for that critical first day.

1. Do your research.

Although you may have done extensive research about the industry, the company and its culture before your interview, it’s important to have as much updated information as possible before you begin your internship. In other words, you should do research again. Find out everything you can from the company’s website and social media channels, recent news headlines, and possibly even reviews and feedback from users or customers. The more you know before you start, the easier the transition will be into your new position.

2. Come in with questions.

The purpose of an internship is to learn and to discover what you’re interested in as well as what might not interest you as much. As an intern, you’re supposed to be curious and engaged, but you also aren’t expected to have a vast amount of knowledge or experience, so it’s important to reflect on what you’d like to learn more about. Begin your first day by asking some of those questions. An internship is what you make of it and in order for it to be as successful as possible, you need to voice any questions or concerns upfront, and you should also consider sharing any ideas you may have.

3. Practice your commute.

If you do a practice run of the commute to your internship beforehand, you’ll feel less stressed on your first day. You won’t be as worried about getting lost, whether you’re driving, walking, or taking public transportation. Try it out on a weekday around the same time you will be going to work, so that you can gage what traffic will be like or if you will run into any other issues along the way. There’s nothing worse than being late on your first day because you couldn’t figure out how to navigate your way there.

4. Contact your supervisor.

It’s crucial to know what you are expected to bring with you on your first day. Contact your supervisor and ask about the company’s dress code to ensure that you’re properly dressed. You may have to fill out forms or bring some sort of identification with you and and there may be other items that you need to have with you, so double checking with your supervisor is a must. You don’t want to forget anything on your first day and start off on the wrong foot.

5. Relax.

Take a step back and breathe. It’s completely natural to be anxious about your first day at a new internship, especially if it’s your first one ever, but remember that the company hired you for a reason. Your interviewer saw something in you that made him or her think you were the perfect fit for the position, so as long as you showcase that same personality, motivation, and smile that you did during the interview, your first day will run smoothly. Another factor to consider is that as an intern, you’re bound to make a mistake. You’re human; you’re new to the professional world and your supervisor will understand that. Most likely, this individual has had several interns in the past. Just be sure to interact with your fellow co-workers, put forth your best effort, and take any hiccups that may occur in stride.

As an intern myself, I’ve been in your shoes and preparing yourself will be key to having a wonderful first day!

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According to Hallmark and our Google calendar, February is the month of love. But it doesn’t have to be romantic love that we’re talking about. Some people are lucky enough to fall in love with their job.

And that’s what we’re bringing you with our Why I Love My Job As A… series. Real professionals tell us what their job is, why they love it, and—most importantly—how people like you can excel in the industry like they have.

Today, we sat down with Billy Guinter, a 2017 Rutgers grad who got his first job after college on WayUp…at WayUp! He’s a Product Manager, one of WayUp’s most charismatic employees, and—of course—he loves his job.

What do you do?

I’m a Product Manager at WayUp which means I get to create and develop new features on our site for our users! I started out at WayUp as a User Support Associate on the Marketing team and found my way on the product team by being curious about technology and how our product comes together. I kept seeing WayUp improve for our users and I wanted to be a part of that change to help candidates find their dream jobs out of college.

What do you love about your job?

I love being able to work with different teams to learn from them and continuously push myself. I get to work on exciting new ideas everyday to improve WayUp for our users! The application process as a recent grad can be extremely daunting and scary but WayUp is always here to help as we try to take the worry out of applying. 

What tips do you have for future Product Managers?

My best tip would be to put yourself in users shoes to understand their perspective. There are tons of reasons to work in product management but the biggest one for me is being able to solve people’s problems and pain-points first hand. Seeing someone’s frustrations disappear is extremely rewarding.

Best piece of advice you received on the job?

The best advice I’ve received is to continue to be curious and to ask questions. Whether it’s learning a new skill or a new tool, it’s important to understand there’s always more to learn!

Want to be like Billy? WayUp is hiring a new Product Manager right now.

To learn more about working at WayUp, check out our company profile and apply to be a Product Manager!

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Falling in love with a person is something that everyone gets to do at point or another. However, falling in love with a company isn’t always so accessible.

Here are 10 companies who have earned the admiration of their employees—for all sorts of amazing reasons. Start your 2019 love life right by falling in love with one of these incredible companies.

KPMG

Besides being ranked the #1 internship program in the US in 2018 by WayUp, KPMG also finds itself on the Forbes 500 List of Best Employers.

Why all the accolades? KPMG rewards its employees with superb training and development, great pay and benefits, and the opportunity to work around the world for a truly global company.

Search for KPMG jobs on WayUp.

Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson creates tech, medicine, and products that help improve the health and lives of millions of people around the globe. They’re also one of the best (and largest) employers in the world, according to the Forbes 500 list.

J&J employees enjoy perks like gym facilities, tuition reimbursement, and even pet insurance.

Want to learn more? Check out Johnson & Johnson on WayUp.

Northern Trust

Northern Trust also landed on WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs, in addition to the Forbes 500 list. A Chicago-based financial services group with offices around the country, Northern Trust invests heavily in the development, advancement, and enjoyment of its employees.

The Northern Trust team benefits from perks like employee discounts, flexible schedules, and awesome team events.

Want to learn more? Check out Northern Trust on WayUp.

Raytheon

Raytheon is one of the engineering firms in the Defense and Space industry. It’s featured both on WayUp’s Top 100 Intern Programs list and the Forbes 500 list. Among the many reasons why the government contractor and engineering firm is beloved by its staff is its commitment to work-life balance. Raytheon employees work 9 hour days in exchange for every other Friday off from work.

Want to learn more? Check out Raytheon on WayUp.

Unilever

This consumer goods giant makes everything from Axe to Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, and is featured on the Forbes 500 list in addition to WayUp’s Top 100 list.

Unilever offers its employees tons of awesome perks and benefits like unlimited free ice cream (and an on-site gym).

Want to learn more? Check out Unilever on WayUp.

Altria

Altria’s employees enjoy benefits like company discounts, a casual dress code, Summer Fridays, and way more.

Learn more about why people love working at this Richmond, VA-based company through Altria’s profile on WayUp.

PwC

PwC is one of the top professional services firms on the planet—and the company offers amazing benefits to its employees. State-of-the-art digital skills training, cool office spaces with ergonomic chairs and standing desks, phone bill reimbursement, paid sabbaticals, and a global mobility program are just a few of the perks that this legendary accounting and consulting firm offers its staff.

Check out PwC on WayUp to learn more.

Under Armour

Under Armour’s internship program landed safely on the WayUp Top 100 list for amazing perks like housing, training, mentorship, discounts, and more. The company’s full-time experience is equally inspiring. Under Armour employees can enjoy state-of-the-art gym facilities, fitness classes, and even a coffee shop without leaving work.

Want to learn more? Check out Under Armour on WayUp.

Starbucks

Starbucks landed on the Forbes 500 list for its stock equity rewards program and competitive 401k match. The company also invests in the higher education of thousands of employees around the country.

Check out Starbucks on WayUp for opportunities both in-store and at the company’s corporate campus in Washington state.

Citi

Citi is one of the most recognizable names in finance. The company also offers its employees a variety of professional development and employee discount programs, and sponsors tons of cool events around its offices.

Check out Citi on WayUp for internship and full-time opportunities right now.

Don’t see your dream company on this list? Explore more top companies on WayUp or search for your dream job.

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New year, new you? Here’s a different way of thinking about it: Try crafting a new online persona.

According to a study by CareerBuilder, 70 percent of employers are checking out your online presence during the recruiting process. And part of that examination is seeing whether you actually have one in the first place. That means simply putting yourself on private mode is not enough.

Employers want to see you not only putting your right foot forward online, but also doing so in a communicative and tech-savvy way. Here are a few tips on how to do that.

1. Pick One Social Account to Make Public

Let’s face it: There are some things that aren’t work-appropriate that we still want to post, even though we know not to. Even a caption with explicit lyrics or a squad photo with drinks on a beach could be considered too risqué for certain employers. That’s why you should have a designated public-facing account.

So, pick one platform like Instagram or Twitter that you’ll leave public (Facebook is usually strictly for “friends” anyway). Make sure you prune any inappropriate or negative content. Stick to the stuff that you think is important and representative of your personality.

This account can serve as a great way to show employers and recruiters that you’re a normal, intelligent human being who knows how to work a computer and form whole thoughts.

2. Get Active on Professional Social Media

Nobody wants to be that person who is constantly posting obnoxious “rise and grind” quotes on social media. However, by posting a few thought leadership articles about the industry you’re in (or hoping to enter), you can make a good impression without looking like a poser.

Don’t know where to start with this? Try reading a few articles per month from professional blogs, and posting one or two that stand out to you on your public social media account. This shows potential employers that you’re well read, curious, and serious about your career.

If you can’t think of any “industry” or professional blogs, try looking up your field plus “blog” or “newsletter” (e.g. “Marketing blog,” “engineering newsletters”).

3. Make a Website

Making a [your name here].com might be the perfect way to showcase yourself on the internet. This is especially useful if you’re in any sort of creative field, from writing, to marketing, to academia. You can use this place as a host for anything, from work examples to particularly-polished PowerPoint presentations. Even if the field you’re entering doesn’t require writing samples or a portfolio, it’s nice to be able to show that you’ve written, researched, or did something that takes effort and discipline.

4. Publish an Article or Research Paper

It’s not hard to get into the writing game, at least on an amateur level. Whether you’re writing about a college student’s perspective on your future industry, a reflection on your latest summer internship, or some sort of research you’ve done for school, it’s all valuable when it comes to showing your interest in the field.

You don’t need to pitch your article or paper to an official publication either. You can publish it on your own website (see #4) or a free blog like Medium. This will also make the process more convenient and freeform: On your own site, you’re the editor-in-chief.

5. Let Companies Know You’ve Applied on Social Media

If you’re particularly proud of your social media presence, then feel free to reach out on social media after applying. Sending them a tweet, a reply, or even a DM on Instagram letting them know that you’re excited about the company and the role can help to form the impression that you’re sociable and courageous. It’s also another opportunity to have employers check you out online, which can put you top-of-mind when it comes to decision time.

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Finding a new job is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions—this is especially true for recent grads. Even college seniors are in on the action as they hustle to find their perfect post-grad position.

Because of these trends, the competition is going to be fierce, so here are a few ways to ensure that you really stand out from the crowd in this busy application season and accomplish your goal.

1. Make A “Portfolio” Of Your Best Work

Whether or not you’re actually in (or hoping to enter) an industry that requires a portfolio of your work, it’s a huge advantage to have one. Even if it’s a large report you made or an important presentation you put together, it’s important to be able to show what you’ve done. And just having that kind of work ready isn’t enough. Most of the time, you won’t have the opportunity to directly show recruiters or interviewers the work. However, being able to speak to it, its importance for the business, and the results it produced are essential interviewing skills.

2. Update Your Resume

If you haven’t already, then you haven’t really begun your new job search. For many jobs, it’s the only thing that will truly get you in the door. Make sure that you hit all the essential points and know when to be flexible with it. Some jobs or industries might even require specific types of resumes (here’s how to know when).

3. Make Sure Your Online Profiles Capture Your Work

70 percent of employers are using your online presence to make decisions about hiring you. That means when you apply to a job, your online profiles are most likely being scoped out by hiring managers and recruiters. This means sites like LinkedIn, Facebook, and—of course—your WayUp profile are all coming up in the search process.

This isn’t a bad thing, either. It’s another opportunity to showcase your wins, highlight your skills, and prove to them that you really ARE the best person for the job.

Of course, there are some social media rules you should absolutely follow (like not posting anything bad about previous employers or oversharing your personal/social life). But for the most part, online profiles are just another great shot at impressing your future employer.

4. Have A Good Answer to the “Why Do You Want A New Job” Question

This question is tricky to answer and will almost always come up when you’re seeking a new job while still employed.  Even if the answer is “I want to make more money” or “I have an insufferable boss who overworks me,” you should try to pitch it in a positive way as to avoid looking like a negative person or a bad employee.

We’ve crafted a video that answers this question exactly:

If you don’t have the time or the personal space to play a video, we’ll sum it up for you:

Your answer should be short and positive. You’ve appreciated the opportunities you’ve been given, but you want more responsibilities, room to grow, or to focus on a new industry.

5. Don’t Stop Applying

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: When you’re searching for a job, don’t stop applying. Of course, take your time and make sure you’re submitting quality applications, but most people make the mistake of not submitting enough applications. While the job market is hot right now, there are still only so many roles available to college students and recent grads. So, don’t give up if a new job (or even your first job) is something you really want.

Looking for more advice and killer career tips? Check out the WayUp blog and guide for more.

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One of the most frustrating parts of the job search process is feeling like you’ve tried and failed. You’ve submitted applications, written cover letters, and—worst of all—waited. And if you’re still coming up short, you might start to feel like things are never going to work out.

Here are a few things you need to hear:

1. You will find a job.
2. There are things you can do to make the process easier.
3. You’re probably in much better shape than you think you are.

We’ll answer one of the biggest and most ambiguous questions for you (and point you toward a few helpful tips to supercharge your submitted apps for good measure).

How many job applications is enough?

The short answer: Far more than you probably think. Different job search experts report a range of numbers. Some experts estimate that it might take 10 job applications to land one interview, while a UK survey found that applicants were sending as many as 27 applications to land a single interview. After getting an interview, one also has to get an offer. So, there is no hard and fast number, but if you’ve submitted fewer than 50 applications over the course of a couple months, then you probably aren’t applying to enough jobs.

Even if you’re really excited about and worked very hard on the four or five job applications you’ve already submitted, chances are, they aren’t enough to land you a job on their own.

Finding your dream job (or any good job) will take more time than you probably think.

In the meantime, if you HAVE submitted more than those 50 apps, perhaps it’s time to rethink parts of your application strategy. Are you writing great cover letters? Is your resume right for the jobs which you’re applying to? Read the WayUp Guide to make sure you’re nailing the simple stuff, because often the finer details can make a big difference in the outcome.

At the end of the day, there is no perfect number of applications to send, because there isn’t a time when you should give up. Keep applying diligently, even treating the job search process as another class or a full-time job, and you will be hired.

Don’t forget to use special filters like city, job type, industry, and more on the WayUp search tool to make sure you’re applying to all the right jobs.

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If you’ve been at college for more than 30 seconds, then you’ve probably heard about these things called internships. In case you’re not sure what this means, an internship is a term of temporary employment at an organization. Ideally, you’ll receive training, do real work, and—hopefully—be paid for doing so.

If this doesn’t sound like enough of a reason to have an internship, then there’s one other major benefit to internships you should consider: They’re the gateway to full-time jobs.

So, why should you do an internship? You’ll get the experience and connections required to get your first full-time job—and in your desired industry.

Let’s dive into some of the more specifics that demonstrate just how essential internships are for your future—and not just on paper.

Internship Motivator #1: Some Things Can’t Be Learned in a Classroom

No matter how excellent your undergrad program is, you can’t learn the art of whatever it is you’re studying entirely from books and lectures. Much of the nitty-gritty of the job, office culture, and essential skills come from actually operating in a corporate environment.

For example, as an entry-level marketing associate, 40 percent of your job might be working in the Facebook ad manager. You won’t know how you’ll perform certain tasks until you’re assigned to do so for a real company—and shown by a manager.

On-the-job learning is how you learn about the latest industry trends, which makes you infinitely more valuable than someone who read the latest textbook.

Internship Motivator #2: Overcoming the Experience Gap

When it comes to finding your first full-time job, there’s a catch-22. You need experience to get a job. You need a job to get experience. How can you break that vicious circle before you’re caught in it? By getting an internship—a type of experience available to those without.

Interns are often trusted with the very same tasks that go to their full-time, entry-level counterparts. This allows you to speak to your ability to handle those tasks during an interview.

Connections can also be used to bridge the experience gap. Your connections to your manager, the recruiters who hired you, and your co-workers could all help you. Reaching out to these people could get you a return offer at the company or a recommendation for a different role elsewhere.

Internship Motivator #3: Fail Sooner, Go Further

Getting real experience also means finding out what you like—and dislike.

Internships let you know if you’re actually going to enjoy the experience of working in your desired field. This can help you avoid the nasty situation of getting trapped in a full-time job that you end up hating.

Want to be a banker? Give it a test run as a summer analyst (industry term for banking interns). Want to be a consultant? Try an internship program at a major firm.

Finding out your strengths, your likes, and your wants makes charting out your career path that much easier.

Ready to find your first internship? Start applying right now on WayUp.

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Setting New Year’s resolutions can sometimes feel like a trap. Eating only salads, giving up Starbucks, going to bed before eleven o’clock: These are pipe dreams for many of us. However, there are some things that you can knock out not only in the first week of the New Year, but in the first day.

Here are just a few of the fastest, easiest New Year’s resolutions for college students and recent grads:

1. Revamp Your Resume (30 Minutes)

This is a task you could theoretically spend hours and hours on, but the reality of the situation is: It’s more about the content than the style. If you’ve gotten advice from a manager or a career counselor before on your resume, then you’re probably just going to need a tuneup. Put your latest accomplishments and extracurriculars on it, update the dates, and then get ready to put into application systems.

2. Update Your Online Profiles (30 Minutes)

This should be very quick. Use a nice, recent photo. If you don’t have one, put on a nice top and get someone to take a picture of you (Portrait Mode, please!) in front a neutral background. Think you sitting in front a blank wall—but smiling like you’re about to accept an award!

These are frequently checked by recruiters, so just make sure they are up to date. If you don’t have any yet, start here.

3. Ask For References/Recommendation Letters (20 minutes)

This is really the easiest one on the list, because mostly everyone you ask (nicely) will say yes. Think of your favorite professors, TAs, managers, and even family friends if you’re desperate. If you’ve ever had a debate team coach, camp supervisor, or any other responsible adult who believes in you, then you’re all set.

For people with whom you’ve got a closer relationship, send them a text or even give them a call. For professors and managers whom you’ve got a more businesslike acquaintance with, send them a brief, friendly email.

Let them know you’re starting the year off right by applying to jobs or internships and you’d love it if you could list them as a reference. Say it’s because you admire them as a professional/person/whatever and you really value their opinion.

Don’t overthink this ask. It’s very simple and shouldn’t be more than three brief paragraphs.

Example text/email:

SUBJECT LINE: Hi from [Your Name]
Hi, Professor Blankfield:

Hope your holidays went well. I’m hoping to start off my New Year right by kicking off the job/internship search.

I’m contacting you because I really admire you, enjoyed working with/studying under you, and hope that you enjoyed it, too.

Would you mind if I listed you as a reference on my job/internship application? I would really appreciate it.

[Here’s where you can ask for their contact info, if you don’t already have it.]

If you’d prefer to speak to me before moving forward with this or need anything else on my end, please let me know. Thanks so much for your time and consideration.

All the best,

[Your Name]

That’s just one example, but if you want to copy it word for word, then go ahead!

4. Start The Job Search (30 Minutes)

Luckily, while you’re waiting for those references and recommendation letters to start rolling in, there are plenty of jobs and internships that do NOT require them. Find a bunch of those jobs and start making a list of jobs you want to apply to.

If you see ones along the way that do require them, still make note of them and wait for the recommendations to come in before sending in your applications. If they have a deadline that ends very soon, then try using a family friend or closer adult acquaintance whom you’re comfortable asking to move faster on a letter.

Part of looking for a job is to decide what you really want. If you don’t do this, then your job search can be painfully aimless. If you need help figuring out what you really want, check this out.

5. Apply To (At Least) One Job/Internship (20 Minutes)

This might seem like the Herculean task at the end of a long road—but it’s really not.

The truth is, no matter how badly you want a job or an internship, most applications are just a small leap of faith that you have to just take. Small adjustments to your cover letter, resume, and online profiles can help, but they are just that: small.

Once you’ve prepared a resume, online profile, and gotten some references in order, then just do it.

Write a brief cover letter and apply to the job. It’s as simple as that—and it’s a huge step in the right direction.

Just Don’t Stop Applying

At this point, you’re probably wondering, “Can I really check off everything on this list in a single morning?” The answer is: Absolutely, yes. If you find yourself spending more than an hour on any of these, you’re taking too much time and need to make decisions faster.

Altogether, the actual work of this stuff should only take 2 hours and change. That leaves the other hour or so of the morning for some other stuff.

You can earmark this extra hour for a couple of things: your natural human tendency to triple-check stuff related to job applications, your need to snack, the very high likelihood you need to look at yourself in the mirror and say, “I got this,” between every one of these steps.

Whether it’s January 1st or the 21st night of September when you’re reading this, it’s never too late to start on some self-improving goals. (In fact, if you’re that late, just think of yourself as starting early on your 2020 goals. Silver linings!)

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Applying to your first full-time job can be confusing. Often you have no idea where to start. What are the kinds of titles you should be searching for? How can you leverage your internship and other professional connections to help?

But, one of the most confusing aspects is the timing: When should you start applying to your first full-time job?

The answer is: Way sooner than you’d probably think (although, you’re not in too much trouble if you haven’t started yet).

When Should You Starting Applying To Your First Full-Time Job?

The answer to this question depends heavily on the industry you’re looking to enter.

If it’s finance, then many of the top programs secure hires through return offers at the end of summer internships. Other hires are made throughout the year, but the hiring process can start as early as the beginning of the academic year. So, if you’re about to be a senior (or a second semester senior), then there really is never too early a time to apply.

This is also true of places like consulting and accounting firms. However, it’s important to note that many of these places extend their candidate search throughout the year. So, don’t be disheartened if you haven’t already kicked off your hunt.

If you’re not in one of these select industries, then chances are you can start looking and applying for full-time jobs during winter break or at the end of the first semester (assuming you graduate in the spring).

The same rules apply for recent grads. If you’re less than a year out of school and hoping to find or transition to a job in the finance, accounting, and consulting fields, you should expect the process to be a long one.

Some places, like startups and media companies, hire so few people that they really only do it as needed. If you want to work at one of these places, check out online job postings, and apply. If you’re not seeing anything at a company you really admire, then you should try to get in contact with a university recruiter or early career recruiter at the company. Tell them you’re interested, when you’re graduating, and what you would want to do for them.

It’s Almost Never Too Early

Most entry-level job recruiting cycles work differently than their more senior-level counterparts.

These companies want talent fresh out of college and they understand that the people applying to these entry-level roles most likely will not be available until January or June.  That’s why it’s okay to start applying so soon.

Here are a couple of signs it’s okay to apply for the job early-on (or at any point) in your senior year:

• It’s an “analyst” or “associate” program that hires a “class” of new graduates every year.
• It says “looking for class of [your grad year here] graduates.”
• The job specifically says “entry-level” in the description or somewhere else on the posting—in which case the recruiters know that the coming year of graduates are going to apply.

If the job doesn’t fall underneath any of these categories, then you’re still good to start applying as soon as the end of your first semester. The recruiting process can take months, for all types of roles, so there really is no harm in starting to apply before or during your second semester of senior year.

The biggest lesson here is not to delay—especially if you’re going to need the funds to stay in your preferred city or start a new life somewhere else. Don’t leave the job hunt to one of the busiest (and best) times of your senior year: the end.

Eager to get your start? Try searching for jobs on WayUp.

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Second semester seniors have a reputation for being, well, checked out…

But beneath the veneer of a totally chill, wizened college veteran, there’s the feeling of impending doom that comes from the total life-altering change that is graduation. It can be pretty crippling not knowing what’s coming next.

And no one wants to be dragged down by anxiety while everyone else is out forming life-long memories. So, we’ve put together the perfect pre-Senior Spring checklist to beat the anxiety before it starts.

1. Make Sure You’re All Set For Graduation

This can be a pretty big headache, and chances are you’ve already worked this out before heading into your last semester, but it never hurts to double check. Set an appointment with your advisor and go over the list of graduation requirements. You don’t wanna be waiting at graduation wondering if they’re going to call your name (even if it would make an otherwise dry event pretty captivating).

With this off your to-do list early, you can focus on the important stuff like school, fun, and—oh, yes—applying for full-time jobs.

2. Start Applying For Jobs (Like, Right Now)

It might seem weird to apply in December or January for a job that might not start until the summer, but we can promise you that it’s standard practice. Plus, think about how good you’ll feel having a full-time job lined up for after graduation.

We have also heard from reliable sources that WayUp is a good place to start…

3. Make Sure You Have Enough Money

Senior spring can be expensive. Between the “Welcome Back” parties, the “We Made It” parties, the “Goodbye” parties, and the “We Really Made It” parties, there’s always a new cost around the corner. Make sure your bank account is ready for it.

Either curb your winter break spending and put some in savings or get to work on increasing your balance the old-fashioned way.

One way to insure your wallet can survive the coming storm: Get a side hustle (they also rock for your resume).

4. Make An Exit Plan (If You Can)

Moving out can be a hassle. Moving out while graduating, going to grad parties, traveling, or doing whatever else comes along with the big finish for you can be a HUGE hassle. So, make a plan now.

While your parents are probably already on it, make sure you align with them on the logistics. You might need a van or a truck. Just clear this stuff out of the way so you can make all of the celebration plans you deserve.

Now’s the time to seize the day, team. Run through this checklist. Keep applying to jobs. And don’t forget to actually enjoy your last semester.

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Winter break can be long. According to a straw poll of folks at the WayUp office, breaks can last anywhere from a measly two weeks (Seriously, UPenn?) to a luxurious six (Bless you, NYU. #VioletPride).

For most people, let’s say, it falls somewhere in the middle. That means you’ve got a month to yourself. And no one’s saying you have to go crazy with work during it. It’s your free time and you totally earned it.

But, at the same time, there really isn’t a world in which you need every hour of a month entirely dedicated to chilling. Plus, in a way, preventing future stress is sort of like relaxing (but, like, in the future tense).

So, with that being said, here are four things to keep on your winter break checklist that are sure to lead to happier, more fulfilling (but still entirely relaxing) winter break.

1. Stay Healthy (And Happy)

That sedentary lifestyle can kick in a little too hard over winter break. It’s cold. There’s nothing on the agenda. Plus, you stayed up really late last night. That’s a recipe for a couch/bed-locked disaster day.

We’re not saying you have to be the guy from P90x or anything, but getting some exercise can really help with your mood and general energy.

We know you don’t have your school’s gym to go to, but see if you can borrow your dad’s YMCA card or a friend’s sports club membership on their off day. A treadmill, a weight room, and an indoor pool all offer much warmer venues for exercise than the great outdoors. Plus, there are tons of workouts you can do at home, no equipment required.

2. Apply For Internships (Or—Yikes—Your First Full-Time Job)

For the first time in a long time, you’ve got time. Use it wisely.

It might be hard to comprehend, but recruitment for many of the summer’s best internship programs (and even entry-level job openings) has already begun. We get it, you were too busy doing school and life and everything else first semester to think about applying for your dream summer position. That’s why now is the time to strike.

Here are a few tips to get yourself into fighting shape for application season (crafting a perfect resume, updating your online profiles, writing quality cover letters, and finding the right jobs to apply to).

3. Read A Single Book (For Fun)

There’s so much to watch. And—we really believe this—there’s no shame in TV or movies. They’re art, too. But scientists (and every English teacher you’ve ever had) will tell you that there is legitimately something different about what reading does for your brain. It makes you more empathetic. It makes your brain work better. Plus, it also makes you more interesting to talk to.

Space it out over however long you decide. Do it before you go to bed or while you eat breakfast. Just get it done. If you pick a classic (or even a modern classic), then chances are you will not regret it.

4. Make Some Money And Beef Up Your Resume

This one’s for the real go-getters. You know how much a semester’s worth of fun costs. You also know how much time a “part-time” job can actually take up—especially a campus-based job. Plus, there’s always your actual school work.

So, winter break might be the perfect time to stock up on some funds AND beef up your resume for all the summer internships (or full-time jobs) you’re going to apply to in a not-so-distant future.

But getting that bread doesn’t have to mean donning the mask of delivery driver for your local sandwich spot, either. There are plenty of ways that college students can make money without putting their entire life on hold. Here’s a quick list of awesome side hustles that will beef up your wallet (and your resume).

If you manage to nail these steps, you’ll be headed back to school in fighting shape. Let the winter chill-but-not-too-chill begin!

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Jordan is a recent graduate of Howard University. He’s also a full-time employee at L’Oréal, having been hired for their highly-selective Marketing Associate Program: an exclusive group of recent graduates who participate in a training-intensive, high-impact rotational program that establishes them as industry experts and puts them on the fast-track for marketing success.

The unique thing about Jordan’s career journey, though, is that he didn’t need to be part of the internship recruitment process.

Here’s how Jordan landed an amazing post-grad job offer with one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies.

The Brandstorm Competition

Jordan’s story starts with a business case competition…sort of.

“In 2016, I was an ELC (Executive Leadership Council) Scholar. It’s an organization that educates mid-level managers of color and helps create a network of mid-level and c-suite executives within Fortune 500 companies,” Jordan explains. “Every year they give a scholarship to students who attend HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges & Universities). I went to Howard University,” Jordan says.

“They also have companies who give scholarships—and I won a scholarship through the Coca-Cola Foundation. A part of that scholarship is a scholars orientation where they bring you to New York for a week to tour some of the top ten companies of the entire ELC program. L’Oréal was one of them,” he says.

When he toured L’Oréal, Jordan was really impressed with their office and the different types of products they worked on. But there was something he didn’t see on his tour that he really wanted to know more about.

“I remember asking, ‘What is L’Oréal doing for men and men’s grooming?’ And then someone on the L’Oréal team told me, ‘I’m glad you asked that. We actually have Brandstorm coming up. Brandstorm is a case competition and this year’s theme is Disrupting Men’s Grooming.’ And so I was like, ‘Maybe we can take advantage of this!’”

After that, Jordan and some of his friends from Howard came up with a product, a business plan, and a pitch presentation. Their product, Noir, was a set of black soap and cocoa butter products tailored to the multicultural community, specifically at college-aged men. (Part of their proposal was to do a soft launch at HBCUs to get feedback from a diverse group.)

“We submitted our idea and we were chosen to compete in the USA Finals here in New York. And we were competing against seven other teams for a chance to compete in the International Finals, and we ended up winning the USA Finals. We went to France in the summer of 2017 to pitch our idea against 45 teams from around the world to the executives of L’Oréal,” he says.

Even though Jordan and his team received great feedback in Paris, they didn’t end up winning the top spot.

“We didn’t win top 3, but we didn’t have hard feelings! We loved the teams we competed against, and it was a great, healthy competition,” Jordan adds. “It was also a week in Paris in the middle of summer. What’s better than that?” (As anyone who has ever been to Paris knows, the answer is: absolutely nothing.)

But his results were still strong enough—and his presentation good enough—to merit a different kind of prize.

How Jordan Got The Job Offer

“Just being in Paris at the competition put the teams on the radar for employment at L’Oréal, no matter where you were coming from,” Jordan explains. “We learned a lot about how the company worked. We talked about the innovation, some of the artificial intelligence L’Oréal was trying to incorporate into their products. From there we learned about the Marketing Associate Program.”

After a few conversational interviews about Jordan’s interests and career aspirations, L’Oréal extended Jordan an offer to join the program after he graduated the following spring—an offer he enthusiastically accepted. With the Brandstorm competition behind him and plenty of new ideas for the company buzzing in his head after seeing a world’s worth of innovative pitches, Jordan had plenty to talk about.

“It really did help that I was in the competition. When I had my two rounds of interviews, I was really able to speak to that,” Jordan says.

From Competitor To Future Leader

Even though Jordan was a perfect fit for L’Oréal (and vice versa), it wasn’t something he ever really imagined for himself.

“I can’t say this is where I ever imagined myself, but when you break it down in terms of business—I have a business degree from Howard—this is an international company that operates in more than 150 countries,” Jordan says. “There are engineering and STEM jobs at L’Oréal, too. That’s something that’s really important. Everyone has a place here, and that’s something that not everyone realizes. A lot of people just think makeup and hair [when they think of L’Oréal], but there really is a lot more going on.”

As Jordan tells it, the intersection of tapping into a multicultural market, international business, and entrepreneurship aligned perfectly with his interests.

“What they’re preparing us for is to be leaders within the organization, and that’s something I can definitely see,” Jordan says.

Jordan’s story isn’t an uncommon one for L’Oréal. Every year, they host their Brandstorm competition to hear from the newest generation of rising college talent and to let entrepreneurs show them what’s next.

By the way, this year’s Brandstorm competition is looking for new competitors right now through January 2019. So, gather your team, start brainstorming, and prepare to give the pitch of a lifetime. It might just land you your dream job.

Want to see more fun facts, videos, and amazing job and internship opportunities? Learn more about L’Oréal on WayUp now!

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It was every mother’s worst nightmare: Stephanie Rankin’s 5-month-old son Beorn showed signs of a life-altering disorder. But for Rankin, it was a little bit worse. There was no diagnosis. Not from the pediatrician, the neurologist, or any other doctor she would see for a decade.

It turns out Rankin’s son had a rare genetic disorder that caused serious changes in his development. But in order to identify which genetic disorder it was, they would need technology that hadn’t even been invented yet.

That’s where Dell comes in.

Dell Tech Vs. The Diagnosis

Today, the leader in this field is the Center for Rare Childhood Disorders at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). Using genetics, neurology, and the complicated science of bioinformatics, they can put together algorithms that diagnose disorders like Beorn’s. The problem was, when Rankin was looking for answers about Beorn, there weren’t computers powerful enough—or DNA technology precise enough—to actually run those algorithms.

“At that time, we were able to examine all the chromosomes under a microscope to see if there were gross structural changes. This would be akin to looking at the earth from outer space and trying to determine if a leaf had fallen off a tree in a forest in California,” says Dr. Vinodh Narayanan of TGen, who worked on Beorn’s case.

The technology TGen uses relies on a Dell-designed high-performance computing solution. It runs extremely complex algorithms that analyze terabytes of genetic and molecular data at incredibly high speeds. To put that in perspective, the amount of data in a single terabyte would comprise the paper made from 50,000 trees. And these Dell-powered TGen computers are processing terabytes worth of data to diagnose kids like Beorn.

“Now we can look at the spelling of a person’s genomic DNA at the individual letter level—so that’s a billion-fold change in resolution,” Dr. Narayanan says. “We are able to do this because of the super-computing power that is at TGen. This is thanks to Dell and Dell support.”

Powering Up Precision Medicine

It’s about more than just diagnosing the problem, though. Although there’s no cure for Beorn’s disease, thanks to these advances, doctors and researchers are able to design treatments for people with all kinds of rare disorders. This specific tailoring of treatments and therapies to a patient’s unique genetic makeup is called precision medicine. And it is only made possible by advances in computing and genetic technology.

For the Rankin family, the information they received from TGen finally provided peace of mind. “We didn’t have a diagnosis forever or have a way to help him or advocate for him. There was so much of just not knowing,” Rankin says. “I worried about my other children. If they were to get married do they have to worry about their kids having what he has? Now we know it was a spontaneous mutation. It wasn’t something that is in our genes.”

Now, Rankin isn’t fighting the same battle she was 10 years ago. She can advocate for her son and children just like him. She even started her own support group for parents struggling with the same circumstances. Thanks to Rankin’s hard work, TGen’s researchers, and Dell’s innovative technology, children like Beorn and their parents won’t have to be in the dark ever again—and they can finally hope for a brighter future.

Want to work for a company whose employees create technology that can change lives? Dell is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply!

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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. is striving to transform the typical pharmaceutical development paradigm. The company encourages debate, collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking and innovation of the entire development process in order to develop compounds that best serve patients’ needs.   The dynamic and vibrant organization is comprised of diverse, motivated individuals that have a passion for delivering innovative products with a commitment to better health worldwide.

Working The Otsuka Way

Otsuka is a unique place to work.  Otsuka-people are agile and enjoy navigating in non-traditional environments where debate is encouraged, and employees have the freedom to make a difference in the world.

Passion is one of many distinct qualities shared by Otsuka-people.  Creative, curious, entrepreneurial, open-minded, and able to “think outside of the box,” Otsuka-people love a challenge, and have the can-do attitude and steely determination to persevere and go the extra mile to find a solution.

Otsuka believes that the working environment of its facilities should reflect its key priorities of collaboration, big venture thinking, innovation, and health and well-being. Otsuka offices have been designed to maximize an abundance of natural light, a feature that employees expressed was incredibly important to them. To inspire people to connect and collaborate with each other, the design team created an informal environment with individual desks arranged in an open plan setting, with teams and individuals matched to the locations and workstations that make the most sense.

Freedom to Dream

Those who join the Otsuka family know that they will be highly valued and encouraged to fulfill their potential, whether they are just beginning, or have already travelled far along their career path. Employees are encouraged to follow their dreams and the company gives them the freedom to reach for those dreams.

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Getting a Spring internship isn’t as hard as it sounds—and it’s actually a key move when it comes to securing a more illustrious (and better-paying) summer gig.

Plenty of companies offer part-time internships for current college students. After all, the need for a bigger staff exists all year, not just in the summer.

So, how can you secure a spring internship for the very first semester of 2019? Follow these four steps and you’re 90 percent of the way there.

1. Get Everything In Order

Applying for a job takes paperwork (or at least, like, Word doc-work).

You’re going to need an up-to-date, polished resume (you might even need an industry-specific resume depending on the position). Plus, you’ll need up-to-date online professional profiles, references, and to have any work samples you might need (whether that’s a lab report or an article for the school newspaper).

This sounds like a lot, but you really should be able to knock it out with two days of work. Let’s break it down into steps.

1. Make your resume shine. Use our guide, stay focused, and don’t overdo it. It’s possible you can spend too much time on this. Remember: Perfect is the enemy of good.
2. Send a couple emails to professors, former bosses, or family friends with respectable job titles. Let them know you’d like to use them as a reference on your internship search. If you ask politely, then 99 percent of the time they will agree. Just be confident that they actually like you first.
3. Update your LinkedIn, WayUp, and any other industry-specific profiles like Github or Muckrack. This shouldn’t take too long.

After that you’re ready for the next step…

2. Start Applying For The Internships You Really Want

Now’s the time to strike. Head over to the job search page and start searching for your dream internship. Aim high, because that’s the only way you’re going to get there.

Then start searching for internships near your college. If you can’t find any near your school, then start looking up remote internships. You’ve gotta start somewhere.

This last step is really the most important:

3. KEEP APPLYING!

This is really the most important step. The biggest mistake that every internship and job seeker makes is not applying to enough positions.

You want to keep your application quality high by having a solid resume and nicely put together online profiles, but volume is also really key.

Don’t get discouraged or cocky. It’s gonna take a little while, but with one-click apply jobs on WayUp and plenty of other shorter internship applications, there’s really no excuse for applying to fewer than 20 internships.

We know it’s finals season. But this simple task could help you secure the right experience or get the right connections to get the perfect summer internship. And that could mean a full-time job offer before you graduate.

There’s no time to waste. Lay the groundwork and start applying right now on WayUp!

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There’s one thing your parents (probably) always tell you they want when it’s holiday/birthday season: For you to be happy.

While that’s 1) not always as easy as it seems and 2) pretty hard to present in a, you know, gift-able way, it’s not an entirely useless thing to say. There are more than a few ways to surprise and delight your parents without spending any money (and actually earning some in the process).

You might feel like we’ve tricked you, but we promise that if you can follow through on any of these your parents will be absolutely thrilled.

1. Surprise Them With Your Brand New Spring Internship

Your parents have probably worked incredibly hard to support you throughout your education. And what’s their goal? Making sure you can become your own person. An internship is the first step in securing a self-sufficient life for yourself and making them even prouder.

If you want to wow them, then buy them some company swag and put that underneath the tree. You’ll finally get an idea of what it is like that time they bought you an American girl doll or a Wii.

2. Blow Them Away With Your First Full-Time Job Offer Letter

Chances are, your parents already know that you’re looking for a job. It’s gonna be pretty hard to keep this secret from them until Christmas morning, the last night of Hanukkah, or whenever your preferred gift-giving holiday might fall. However, the payoff will be insanely high. They will be just as thrilled as you are (maybe even more).

If you’re too early in the process, making a little card that lets them know you got an interview for your dream job can make a pretty great stocking stuffer, too.

3. Show Off Your Entrepreneurial Side With Your Side Hustle

Can’t find a job (or just not ready for one yet)? Start your own business. It’s actually a lot easier than it sounds.

When you’ve got a side hustle, you basically own your own small business. Whether you’re a tutor, freelance writer, or even a dog walker, you’re building relationships with clients, selling your own service/product, and making money while you’re at it.

These four companies will do most of the client-finding, advertising, and administrative legwork for you (plus working for them totally rocks for your resume).

If you want to make it very official, start an LLC to manage the money you make. It’ll cost you a bit of your first check, but it might be worth it just to see the smile on your parent’s face when you’ve named your business after them (or the family poodle).

All fired up? Find your dream job, perfect internship, or fast-paced side hustle right here on WayUp.

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If you’re from the northern part of the U.S., then you know all too well how that you only truly get two weeks of temperate weather every year. (Well, give or take a few weeks.) But imagine being able to wear a thin jacket during the entire winter—that’s what these warm cities offer.

Here’s to starting a new life in a city with weather you can actually brag about. Check out these five entry-level jobs in warmer climates.

1. Hedge Fund Services in Tempe, AZ

One of the first things anyone will tell you about Arizona is that it’s hot, but that it’s a dry heat—and that’s supposed to be the best kind.

Plus, Northern Trust’s entry-level Hedge Fund Services role will allow you to get involved in world-class finance without having to live in a freezing cold metropolis.

Interested? Apply right here.

2. Management Trainee in Miami, FL

Learn the ways of the Branch Manager with Enterprise as a member of its Management Trainee program. You’ll work alongside a supportive staff getting experience, chasing bonuses and promotions, and, best of all, you’ll do it all in 70 degree (and sunny) weather.

It is, after all, the sunshine state. Interested? Apply right here.

3. Sales & Recruiting in Los Angeles, CA

There’s a reason people have always wanted to live in LA, and it’s not the traffic. Despite Florida being the official sunshine state, people in California sure seem to get their fair share of vitamin D.

Working for Apex has plenty of benefits, but perhaps in this season, the most important is location.

Apply right here (and get a guaranteed phone interview).

4. Global Asset Management Analyst in Fort Worth, TX

Lockheed Martin is a leader in the aerospace and defense industry. They make deep-space vehicles, military equipment, and fighter jets that fly faster than sound.

Fort Worth is a leader in delicious southern cooking, historic “Wild West” districts, and amazing nightlife. Plus, that “North” Texas weather just won’t quit.

Interested? Apply right here.

5. Tutor in…Anywhere With WiFI

What’s better than working remote? Working remote from a resort. Take your work with you as a tutor with Varsity Tutors. Work from a sandy resort, a desert oasis, or a tropical bungalow…as long as you can get on a Skype call or the phone, you can work on your personal tutoring business.

Apply right here.

See your dream city but not your dream job on this list? Don’t sweat it. Start searching for your dream job and filter by city on WayUp.

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Some people shoot for the moon. An engineering intern at one of the nation’s premier private aerospace and defense companies — Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) — aims higher.

Kripash Shrestha is not your average engineering student. He has his sights set on a successful career. For Kripash, that means working for a company where he not only can work on his preferred tech (autonomous systems), but also work for a mission he believes is paramount. And, with this internship, he’s doing just that.

This determination helped earn Kripash a spot on the WayUp Intern 100 list for 2018. If you’re interested in the space, defense or cybersecurity industries, you won’t want to miss what Kripash had to say about his remarkable internship at SNC.

What It’s Like To Intern At A Leading Space & Defense Company?

SNC is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with technology in the most critical sectors of engineering. The SNC team works with jets, spacecraft, probes, rovers, drones, cybersecurity – and even high-tech gear to help soldiers in the field.­­

With so much on the line, it’s hard to imagine SNC interns taking on real responsibility. Kripash, however, says that’s not the case at all.

“When you think of internships, you think of some companies giving low work to the interns,” he says.

“But here, you’re getting a lot of good opportunities and experience. You’re documenting code, and getting the same experience other software engineers are doing at the same time. I’m sure 100 percent this expands to other departments.”

So what exactly does Kripash do?

“I’ve been working on the Navigation and Landing Systems (NLS) team. Specifically, I’ve been helping with all-weather precision approach and landing systems,” he said, which means he’s contributing to the software systems that help some of the most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles take off and land safely.

What It’s Like To Be Named A Top 100 Intern?

“My family made a big deal about it. People in the company congratulated me,” Kripash said.

While he remains humble, the engineer-in-the-making admitted it was a great reminder that he’s headed in the right direction.

“It just feels really nice, and tells me that I’m doing good work, and that I should continue improving on what I’m doing. So I’m raising the standard for myself,” he said.

Don’t let Kripash’s humility fool you. Being named a WayUp 100 intern was no easy feat.

He competed against interns from a swath of industries and companies. The process included rounds of public voting, manager recommendations and a panel of expert judges who finally narrowed down the exclusive list.

(For a full look at WayUp’s Intern 100 list and the interns who made the cut, click here.)

Kripash said he would “definitely recommend” the SNC internship program (which landed a spot on WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs list) to other prospective interns, “especially if they’re interested in space, defense or navigation landing systems.”

In fact, Kripash liked SNC’s program so much, he opted to join their co-op program. He’s currently working three days a week at SNC in tandem with his senior year of college.

Want to learn more about a Top 100 intern program (that produces Top 100 interns like Kripash)? Do you want to start your own career in aerospace and defense? Check out SNC on WayUp now!

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Whether you’re graduating in just a few weeks, already did a few months ago, or are getting ahead of your looming May 2019 date, one thing is certain: Now is the time to apply for your dream job.

One convincing piece of evidence: A ton of people already have.

Here’s a list of the top 10 most popular jobs on WayUp this month. If you see your dream job among them, you should get applying, fast.

(Pro Tip: Most job seekers need to send about 10 resumes for every one interview. So keep applying and don’t get discouraged!)

1. Public Administration/Government Analyst Consultant @ Crowe

2. Staffing Recruiter/Sales @ Apex

3. Entry-Level Consultant: Machinery & Equipment Valuation @ CohnReznick

4. Inside Sales Representative @ Dell

5. Arts Executive @ Brunswick Group

6. Business Operations Analyst @ BlackRock

7. Assistant Scientist R&D Rotational Program @ Johnson & Johnson

8. Associate Teacher (K-12) @ Success Academy Charter Schools

9. Financial Representative @ Northwestern Mutual

10. Quality Control Analyst Associate @ Lockheed Martin

There you have it: Ten different dream jobs. The competition is on, but the good news is that all of these jobs are still live. You can still apply (and you totally should).

Don’t see your dream job? Don’t sweat it. Head to WayUp and start searching entry-level jobs. Then just apply, interview, and watch the offers roll in!

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When it comes to finding the perfect summer internship, the game is truly afoot. Many of the most desirable internship programs are in full swing with their recruiting efforts. November is—for many companies—when the heavy recruiting season really begins.

It’s also where application season heats up. Don’t let your dream internship pass you by while the competition is applying.

To give you a little taste of which internships are heating up (and show you what the competition is up to), we’ve put together a list of the top 10 most popular internships on WayUp.

1. Data Scientist Consultant Intern @ Crowe

2. Foundational Human Resources Internship @ Johnson & Johnson

3. Summer Business Operations Analyst @ BlackRock

4. Structural Analysis Intern @ Lockheed Martin

5. Plant Engineering Intern @ UPS

6. Digital Science Marketing Intern @ Thermo Fisher Scientific

7. Marketing Summer Internship (2019) @ L’Oréal

8. Creative Summer Internship (2019) @ Ralph Lauren

9. IT Intern @ Raytheon

10. Product Marketing Intern @ SAP

From working on fighter jets to designing denim products for the world’s most iconic retail brand, these are the internships WayUp’s most prolific applicants are seeking. Sound interesting to you?

Start applying right now on WayUp!

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Finding your dream job usually means finding your dream company—especially when you’ve just graduated (or you’re about to). Companies that provide a lot of training, perks, and have cultures that are welcoming for people new to the workforce shouldn’t be hard to find (but they usually are).

So, to take just a bit of the headache out of the job search process, we’ve put together a list of the top ten companies hiring recent grads for entry-level jobs this month (December 2018).

So, get ready to be wowed, amazed, and fall head-over-heels in love with some of these companies. Happy hunting!

1. Northern Trust

2. Dell

3. Under Armour

4. Citi

5. Lockheed Martin

6. Apex

7. Ferguson

8. Enterprise Holdings

9. Bloomberg

10. CohnReznick

If these fun facts, videos, and amazing job opportunities weren’t enough to convince you that you’ve found your dream company, worry not. There are thousands of jobs and employers on WayUp looking for people just like you. Check out all of our top companies and start applying!

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Finding your perfect internship starts with finding the right company. Do they offer mentorship? Do they have rotational internship programs? Do they offer perks and networking events?

We’ve put together a list of companies that not only offer a ton of these internship essentials, but also are looking for people like you—right now.

How much easier can we make it? Click on these companies to see fun facts, videos, articles, and—of course—amazing internship opportunities.

1. EY

2. Nielsen

3. Citi

4. The TJX Companies

5. Under Armour

6. Target

7. UPS

8. Raytheon

9. L’Oréal

10. MassMutual

Like what you see but can’t find a role for you? Don’t sweat it. Check out all of WayUp’s top companies and find your dream internship today!

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A first job out of college should be a lot of things. You want it to be a gateway, a learning experience, a place you can be rewarded, and—of course—a place you can move up.

Basically, you want to be able to make as much money as possible (college was really expensive). You want to get the right kind of experience and learn as much as you can. And—just like anyone else—you want the opportunity to grow and get promoted, preferably within a year or so.

Don’t worry. We’ve already found the needle in the haystack for you. Here are three reasons why working in Sales and Recruiting at Apex is actually your perfect post-grad position.

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1. You Care About Kids. ALL Kids.

If you don’t love kids, like really love kids, well, you probably shouldn’t be doing this work. At Achievement First, teachers work hard and fight hard for their kids because they know that all kids are capable of greatness.

2. You’re Ready To Help Change The World (For Reals).

Sure, having a foosball table at the office would be cool. But so is watching your students shatter stereotypes some might attach to their race, age, gender or zip code. So is watching them become artists, senators, architects, scientists, musicians, or anything they can dream of. So is doing something that will actually change the world.

3. You Want To Work For A Kick-Ass Team.

Achievement First teachers work really hard. But at Achievement First, they don’t do it alone. Every teacher has a coach in their corner and AF schools have the lowest coach-to-teacher ratio of any place we know.

Achievement First built a teacher career pathway, so that if you want to further your career while staying in the classroom, your performance is celebrated with salary increases, recognition, and development opportunities.

The Achievement First team is made up of just about everyone from just about everywhere. They’re Star Wars fans, Bey-hive members, fantasy footballers…(okay, you get it). All Achievement First teachers can be themselves there, ESPECIALLY as they work together as part of a tight team.

4. You May Not Have A Teaching Degree, And That’s A-Okay.

Achievement First’s Teacher-in-Residence program pairs those new to the teaching field with a team of dedicated supports, coaches, and exemplary teachers from whom they can learn. It’s a teaching opportunity designed specifically for those who want to start a career in education but have little to no teaching experience.

5. You’re Ready To Take The Leap.

Achievement First is currently hiring Teachers-in-Residence, experienced teachers, and school leaders in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New York.

Join Achievement First today by applying on WayUp!

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Small Business Saturday is a celebration of the local, young, or otherwise smaller-scale businesses in our lives. It’s a day of sales, communal pride, and—of course—shopping. But this year, how about appreciating these companies in a different way? How about making some money instead of spending it? (Although, feel free to do both.)

In the spirit of the holiday, we’ve put together a list of amazing jobs and internships hiring right now at some incredible small businesses. From tech medical tech startups to brick-and-mortar designer stores, we’ve got it all.

1. Marketing Internship @ Snailz

This beauty startup based in NYC’s fashionable SoHo neighborhood is the perfect place to learn the ins and outs of digital marketing at a fast-paced company. This is a double win for SBS because not only is Snailz a startup, but the team helps their users book nail salon appointments with local businesses through the app and online.

2. Copywriter/Social Media Intern @ Gueridon

This Brooklyn-based retailer of fine and exotic furniture seeks a social media-savvy, clever copywriting intern to join its marketing team. A brick-and-mortar showroom with an online presence? This place couldn’t be more SBS or ideal for an intern trying to get experience in the marketing world.

3. Sales/Marketing Intern @ The Farm SoHo

Small businesses just love marketing interns, right?

The Farm SoHo is a co-working space located on prime Manhattan real estate. It’s a space for creators, businesses, and other endeavors to bring their teams and get work done without the hassle and risk of committing to a full-blown office lease.

4. Internship Program @ Azzure Home

Work on a diverse team handling everything from business-y, excel-heavy analysis to social media marketing for this home decor startup with an—obviously—beautiful office space.

Bonus: Become Your Own Small Business

Of course, if you’re truly enamored with the idea of small businesses, why not start your own? It doesn’t have to be a startup that goes through an alphabet of funding rounds and a 15-minute spot on Shark Tank (although, it certainly could be).

You can just start your own business with a side hustle. Become your own dog-sitting, tutoring, delivering, or marketing business when you pick up a side-gig. To get you started, we’ve even put together a list of the four best side hustles for your resume (and your wallet).

This is just a (very) small sampling of the small businesses hiring on WayUp. So, go and celebrate them in the best way your college-aged self can: Apply to work there. And you can start here on WayUp.

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Before you were in college and there was Thanksgiving break, there was just the holiday. And Thanksgiving was one of those holidays that you hated when you were a kid because:

1. It had committed the unforgivable sin of not being Christmas (or any other gift-giving holiday).
2. You let yourself eat whatever you want all year, so, like, why is this special?

But once you’re in college (and after), the quality of Thanksgiving increases steeply. You get a pretty significant break from school. You can see your high school friends. It’s basically just back-to-back partying.

However, that doesn’t mean it should only be for fun. Thanksgiving break is the perfect opportunity to apply to jobs & internships. Here’s why.

1. You’ve Got Some Free Time

Let’s face it: Even if you’re going out every night with your friends (And who could blame you?) during Thanksgiving break, you’ve still got time for a few applications during the day.

Go to the library or even a Starbucks and get to work. You should be working hard on your apps, and remember that every application is good practice for the ones that really matter to you.

Just get applying. Start here.

2. You’ve Got Your Own Personal Proofreaders

Everything (except sleeping in, going out, and eating Dominos at 3 AM) is easier with Mom, Dad, or an older sibling around. In some cases, even a younger, smart, more responsible sibling will do. Anything that requires brainwork and attention to detail can benefit from some parental or sibling advice.

You might have to listen to a few lectures about the importance of fiscal responsibility or why you should’ve come home earlier last night, but it’s probably worth it to get an extra pair of eyes on your personal statement.

3. You Can Hunt Down A Referral While You’re Home

Don’t underestimate the value of a parent network.

Look up your friends’ parents on LinkedIn, ask around, and even do some research in the local “Your Town’s Name Moms and Dads” group on Facebook. If you’re really lucky, and if your parents ask nicely and promise to do the same, you could snag a referral for a job or internship you’re already applying to. What’s more likely is that you could be referred to a job or an internship you’ve never heard of, but hey, you’ve got to start somewhere.

Have Fun & Make Progress

It’s possible to be productive AND totally relaxed. Try sending three apps a day from Wednesday to Sunday (excluding Turkey Day).

Happy (Turkey/job) hunting!

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Gender inequality isn’t just an issue in the developed world.

All over the globe, women are systematically denied their fair share of wages, education, and access to the financial resources to make better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. Unfortunately, this is especially prevalent in cocoa farming communities.

That’s why Mondelēz—one of the world’s leading producers of chocolate, cookies, and tons of other delicious snacks—stepped in with its Cocoa Life program.

Here’s a look at how Mondelēz uses Cocoa Life to empower cocoa farmers of all stripes to make a better, more sustainable chocolate (and world)—and how the company’s empowerment of women doesn’t stop at the farmer level.

Saving Cocoa (And The World), One Woman At A Time

Mondelēz’s chocolate brands include iconic global chocolatiers like Cote D’or, Cadbury, and Milka. Plus, Mondelēz uses plenty of cocoa in its Chips Ahoy! and Oreo cookies, too. So, Mondelēz has a vested interest both in protecting the farmers who make cocoa and, you know, the Earth that sustains the crop.

That’s why Cocoa Life is about empowering women and communities to protect the environment.

And it’s not just a lip service initiative, either. Mondelēz is committed to putting $400 million into Cocoa Life communities by 2022. That’s enough money to impact the lives of 200,000 cocoa farmers and a million people in their communities.

Mondelēz’s focus is on its primary cocoa communities in Ghana, the Ivory Coast, Indonesia, the Dominican Republic, and Brazil. Problems of unsustainable farming practices and gender inequality were particularly problematic there. In Ghana, female cocoa farmers are paid 25 to 30 percent less, and in the Ivory Coast, they can be paid up to 70 percent less for the same work. This, like many problems in the US and elsewhere, can be traced to a lack of women in leadership. Over 40 percent of cocoa farming labor is done by women, but they own only 2 percent of the cocoa farmland.

Mondelēz through Cocoa Life gives women access to financial resources to buy and invest in farms for themselves. Cocoa Life also funds education for children and farmers to ensure they farm smarter to maximize output and make communities that work better for everyone.

So far Mondelēz has reached over 120,000 farmers across hundreds of communities. And they’re still going.

Mondelēz hopes to secure the future of chocolate for generations by making richer, more educated communities full of people committed to protecting both their cocoa yield and the ecosystem from which it grows.

It Doesn’t Stop With Cocoa

For Mondelēz, the passion that drives its team to empower women in cocoa communities also sets the standard for all of the company’s global offices.

Mondelēz is not them team that lets its culture be defined by the legal minimum of training and awareness. Mondelēz use its voice all around the world to make sure its company culture is unified. At every office, people of all backgrounds contribute to their international mission.

With so many different types of people, communities, and purposes in their network, the team at Mondelēz simply can’t afford to waste time on exclusionary, backward practices.

And even though the programs have been overseen by women in the c-suite (business world lingo for top brass), like former Chief Executive Irene Rosenfeld and Chief Human Resources Officer Paulette Alviti, men at every level are pitching in, too.

Global companies have a global responsibility to make sure their people are treated right. If you want to join a company that answers that call, check out fun facts, videos, and amazing job opportunities from Mondelēz on WayUp right now!

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No matter what you want to do in life, it never hurts to have experience in the big leagues.

Even if you want to start your own company or work for a startup, having experience at a massive, established brand gives you the resume that lets you choose your next job—no matter what you’re looking for.

Mondelēz is the big leagues. As one of the world’s most successful consumer goods companies, it sells amazing sweets and snacks like Oreos and Triscuits. Mondelēz makes and sells products all over the world. Even though its work is behind the scenes as a distributor, all of its products are household names.

And the best news? Mondelēz isn’t just hiring, it’s looking for people all over the US.

It’s The World’s Biggest Cookie Company (And Way More)

Even though most people around the world call them biscuits, cookies are one of the great global uniters; everybody loves them! And multiple billion-dollar cookie brands under the Mondelēz umbrella make it, literally, the world’s largest cookie company.

Mondelēz is the biggest and best in one of the most hotly contested markets. That means the company knows a little something about excellence in industry—which means you can, too.

Plus, the company’s also a leader in chocolate (It makes Cadbury!) and gum (We’re talking Trident, Stride, Dentyne, and more!), so it’s got expertise in more than just biscuits.

Behind every one of Mondelēz’s delicious billion-dollar brands, there’s a complex supply chain, top-notch sales team, and a squad of marketers working hard to understand their audience. If any of those fields (or many more) interest you, then Mondelēz might be the perfect place to start your career.

The best news: You won’t have to move far away to work for Mondelēz.

They’re Hiring All Over The Country

Want to work in sales in Suwanee, Georgia? Or how about exploring the field of supply chain as a Logistics Associate in Salt Lake City, Utah?

Mondelēz products are everywhere—so that’s exactly where it’s hiring. (There’s a reason you can buy a Triscuit in all 50 states!)

Plus, Mondelēz is hiring across so many fields. From supply chain to marketing to sales, the roles Mondelēz are filling occupy nearly every space in the consumer goods industry. And every one of them is a chance for you to start your career off right by getting experience at a major brand.

Mondelēz is hiring in cities like Portland, OR; Paterson, NJ; Midland, TX; and way, way more. You can even join some teams like Nabisco Sales Service or Logistics in multiple locations around the country. And it’s not just full-time jobs. Mondelēz is also offering internships and part-time jobs with awesome benefits like performance bonuses and paid vacations.

With billions of dollars of business under its metaphorical belt, Mondelēz is the perfect launchpad for a career in so many consumer goods fields.

For even more fun facts, and videos, and amazing job opportunities check out Mondelēz on WayUp!

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Everyone wants a job after they graduate. But more than that, they want a good job.

And what makes a good job? For many, it’s the possibility of turning it into a better one. Nobody wants a dead-end and nobody wants to leave a company without having acquired skills during their tenure.

That’s why finding a company that has clear structures in place for promotion and training is so important for a recent grad. And that’s where Apex comes in.

What Is Apex?

Apex is a Staffing and Recruiting firm that hires across all majors. That means they’re less concerned with what hard skills you’ve acquired during college. Why? Because they know that you can learn so much once you’ve started working.

Apex invests a ton of time and money into training each of their Recruiters in sales strategy, client interaction and advisement, and everything in between. They also have a clear path for promotion based on skills and performance. On top of that, Recruiters are paid more for doing well, because they get commission on their successful placements.

Why Apex Is The Perfect Company For Your First Post-Grad Job

If you add those things up, you really have the perfect post-grad job. Apex is a place where you learn skills relevant to both sales and Business Consulting, so if and when you do leave the company, you’re going to be a much more valuable hire.

Chances are, though, if you’re a good fit for Recruiting, you’re not going to want to leave because you can quickly get that coveted promotion. In fact, Apex Recruiting expert Casey Weickgenannt says that most successful Apex employees are promoted within their first six months of work.

You Can Move Up The Ladder At Apex

And those promotions allow you to get even deeper into building valuable skills. If you continue up the Recruiting track, then you can get better clients and more important placements. That means bigger commissions and more impressive accomplishments for your resume.

If you’re more suited to the Account Management track, you’re going to get experience working directly with clients (the businesses that hire Apex to fill positions). That means you’ll not only work out which strategy best suits their needs but also advise them on how they should be thinking about building their teams. Both of these skills are invaluable regardless of the field.

It seems like every company should pay you more and promote you for being successful. But they don’t. Working as a Recruiter for Apex, however, will reward you properly—and make you a better candidate for the future.

Interested in getting your career started? Apex is hiring on WayUp now, so check out their open positions and apply!

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So, you’ve graduated. First off, congratulations. If you’re like most people, then college graduation has been a goal on the horizon for a long time. Now that it has come and gone (or is about to), there’s only one thing left to do. Whether you call it a full-time job, an entry-level job, or your first job, one thing is certain: You need to get one.

We’re here to help. Here are the Top 11 companies hiring recent (and soon-to-be) grads for entry-level jobs.

1. Lockheed Martin

2. CohnReznick

3. EY

4. Nielsen

5. T-Mobile

6. Citi

7. Starbucks

8. TEKsystems

9. McDonald’s Corporation

10. BlackRock

11. Johnson & Johnson

Don’t see your dream company on this list? Don’t worry, there are plenty more amazing employers hiring recent grads for entry-level jobs on WayUp right now. Check out all of our Top Companies here.

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Internships are an essential part of starting an amazing career. They give you a chance to make connections that can lead to a full-time job. You get to prove yourself and build references. Plus, you’ll be making money.

So, what are you waiting for? The best internship programs usually hire months before the summer or spring comes, so get busy applying!

Here are the top 11 companies hiring interns on WayUp in November 2018.

1. Lockheed Martin

2. Deutsche Bank

3. Unilever

4. Nielsen

5. Travelers

6. Citi

7. Johnson & Johnson

8. Northern Trust

9. UPS

10. BlackRock

11. L’Oréal

Don’t see your dream company on this list? Don’t worry, there are plenty more amazing employers hiring interns on WayUp right now. Check out all of our Top Companies here.

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It’s never a bad time to find your dream job. Perhaps you’re a recent grad coming off a summer gig or world tour. Or maybe you’re a senior looking for that perfect post-grad opportunity. Either way, you’re sitting at your computer typing in “_____ entry-level jobs.”

No matter what your situation is, we’ve got you covered.

WayUp has thousands of employers seeking thousands of recent and soon-to-be grads just like you. Here are 10 of the most popular jobs from this last month—maybe they’ll inspire you to apply, too.

1. Leaders to Executives Development Program (L2E) @ T-Mobile

2. ICG Technology, Full Time Analyst @ Citi

3. Sr. Business Analyst, Reporting & Metrics @ Starbucks

4. Entry-Level Visual Design @ Avanade

5. Assurance – Audit Staff @ EY

6. Technology Leadership Development Program @ Johnson & Johnson

7. Quality Control Analyst Associate @ Lockheed Martin

8. Finance, Full Time Analyst @ Citi

9. 2019 Financial Product Analytics & Sales @ Bloomberg

10. Entry-Level Associate @ CohnReznick

Don’t see your dream job on this list? Don’t sweat it. We’ve got thousands of jobs from top employers on WayUp.

Explore our Top Companies page to see what all the best companies are offering. Happy hunting!

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You can never be too early applying for your summer internship. (At least, as long as the application is live!) Recruiters want to get way ahead on hiring, that’s why most of them are in full swing right now. A ton of the best students and interns are already applying for those highly coveted summer 2019 spots.

And now’s your chance to do the same. We’ve put together a list of the top 10 most popular internships on WayUp this month. Hopefully, this roundup of highly desirable internships lights a fire under you and inspires you to fill out those apps early and often! Happy hunting!

1. Engineering/Developer “Rookie” @ Under Armour

2. Marketing Internship @ L’Oréal

3. Tax Intern (Diversified Staff Group) @ EY

4. Quality Intern @ Lockheed Martin

5. Research & Innovation Intern @ L’Oréal

6. Advisory Consultant Intern @ EY

7. Accounting/Finance Internship @ Johnson & Johnson

8. Finance Summer Analyst @ Citi

9. Assurance and Tax Internship @ CohnReznick

10.  Software Engineering Summer Analyst @ BlackRock

BONUS: WayUp Campus Ambassador (Paid + Perks!)

All of these roles are perfect for people looking to get real experience with world-class companies. Most of these companies also offer training/learning development in one form or another. That means you don’t need to be a genius rocket scientist before you apply to Lockheed Martin. You also don’t have to be a doctor of economics before you apply to BlackRock.

Internships provide an opportunity to shape your future and contribute to a company’s mission. And the people who get the best ones all have one thing in common: They applied.

What are you waiting for? Search amazing internships on WayUp or check out the best employers on our Top Companies hub.

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Halloween is all about the balance of sour and sweet, spooky and serene, and—of course—tricks and treats.

A trick would be a jump scare in a movie. Or those costumes that fall apart as soon as you leave Party City. Also, that neighbor who puts apples in his plastic cauldron instead of candy definitely counts.

Some treats? Full-size candy bars, for sure. Nailing the perfect costume for $10 at a thrift store. And, of course, finding your next job or internship on WayUp right now is pretty sweet, too.

To help with that last one, we’ve put together five of the (literally) sweetest jobs on WayUp.

1. Full-Time Nabisco Sales Service Representative @ Mondelēz

What’s sweeter than working at the world’s largest cookie conglomerate on one of their most iconic brands? You’ll be working on the tail end of the supply chain. It’ll be your job to make sure that all of Nabisco’s in-store customers get what they want. The position comes with full benefits, experience at a major consumer goods company, and (we bet) a ton of free cookies.

2. Food Solutions Marketing Internship (2019) @ Unilever

Unilever is the force behind a ton of your favorite ice cream brands: Magnum, Popsicle, and—the holy grail—Ben & Jerry’s. What’s sweeter than that? Plus, they make a ton of other great products. To name a few: Dove, Axe, Vaseline, and Popsicle. Unilever makes so many things that, on any given day, 2.5 BILLION people on Earth use/consume/love its products.

As an intern on their Food Solutions Marketing team, you’ll be putting your creative and analytical skills to the test in a top notch internship program with a ton of learning, mentorship, and perks.

3. Restaurant Business Consulting (Leadership Development Program) @ McDonald’s Corporation

While they’re mostly known for their savory, salty offerings, McDonald’s restaurants are home to the McFlurry, McCafe, and tons of other delectable treats that make working for them one of the sweetest jobs on WayUp.

The program is for recent grads with business, economics, finance, and other analytical skills looking for a role in creative, thoughtful business management. You’ll learn a ton, have a fast-track into the department of your choice, and earn a generous starting salary of $65,000.

4. Global Supply Chain Intern (2019)@ Starbucks

Starbucks is the world’s largest coffee cafe. They serve sweet drinks, sugar-coated cinnamon buns, and gourmet chocolate, making them one of the downright sweetest companies hiring on WayUp.

As an intern on their Global Supply Chain team, you’ll be working in a fast-paced world. Starbucks has a highly developed, top-tier logistics and production operation. And with that kind of experience, you can start an amazing career anywhere.

5. Research & Innovation Intern @ L’Oréal

While L’Oréal isn’t known for anything strictly edible, they make tons of products with enticing aromas and saccharine scents. That’s why working on their Research & Innovation team as an intern is one of the sweetest jobs on WayUp right now.

If you’re a Material Sciences or Chemistry major, then you’re probably familiar with some of the incredible ingredients that go into making premium skincare and makeup products. You’ll be working with these sweet and potent components to create new products for one of the world’s most respected brands.

These Jobs Are Just The Beginning

Don’t see your dream job on this list? Don’t sweat it. We’ve got thousands of employers hiring for thousands of open entry-level jobs and internships right now on WayUp.

Explore our Top Companies page now to see even more amazing opportunities!

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Whether it’s in movies or the news, space is all over the place. At this point, very few people can imagine a (bright) future for our species that doesn’t involve space travel or interplanetary colonization. But for all the people talking about space, some of the most knowledgeable on the topic actually work behind-the-scenes.

Two of those knowledgeable people are former NASA astronauts and current aerospace leaders at Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC): Steve Lindsey and Lee Archambault.

The former astronauts have years of spaceflight, engineering, and flying experience they bring to new SNC projects, like the Dream Chaser^® spacecraft and the company’s lunar gateway prototype.

Meet SNC And Their Astronaut Dream Team

SNC is behind numerous exciting innovations in aerospace and defense. Its innovations can protect people in warzones by jamming the signals of radio-controlled IEDs (improvised explosive devices), AND help operate the instrument arms on the Mars rovers. SNC makes high-stakes tech that powers critical national defense operations and human exploration of the final frontier. Astronauts, soldiers and medics rely on the products that SNC makes.

But that’s just the company.

The team is full of brilliant minds in extremely complicated disciplines like mechanical engineering, programming and medicine. However, three of SNC’s many stars are Steve Lindsey,Lee Archambault, and John Curry.

Lindsey and Archambault are former NASA astronauts and—yes, this was actually their job—SPACE SHUTTLE COMMANDERS, who retired from NASA to join the team at SNC and help build the next generation of spacecraft. Both worked as test pilots for the Air Force and NASA, leading to careers as astronauts and commanders at NASA. Both commanded missions under the direction of NASA flight directors, such as John Curry, Dream Chaser program director. They led missions to the International Space Station. In fact, Lindsey was the pilot who navigated the last mission of NASA legend, U.S. Senator, and American hero, John Glenn.

What (And How) You Can Learn From Astronauts

Prestigious companies will often tout public figures and accomplished team members as being part of their team, but how many can say that those people do real work at the firm? Let alone work alongside recent grads and interns?

SNC is among the few.

It matters to SNC that people like Lindsey, Archambault, and Curry work there, because the company’s culture of mentorship and talent cultivation means that learning from your co-workers is not some ethereal concept. It’s the real deal.

Learning to be a rocket scientist or an aerospace engineer is nearly impossible to do without lots of hands-on experience at a high level. SNC offers that experience to their recent-grad hires and interns through mentorship and teaching. When you work at SNC, you’ll have plenty of leaders at every level, from management to fellow grads, showing you the ropes of actual aerospace engineering work.

As for Lindsey and Archambault, what can two veteran space commanders teach you about the industry? Our guess: a whole lot!

Ready to find your way into the aerospace field? Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from SNC on WayUp right now!

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Don’t miss out on insights from three amazing finance professionals with exciting careers outside the banking world. Join us on October 30 in person at WayUp’s NYC headquarters in the Flatiron District or watch at home as we stream the event on Facebook Live.

RSVP today and get the best seats in the house for food, networking, insider insights, and more.

Studying or interested in finance, but not in the traditional path of banking? You’re in luck.

There are plenty of options for people with financial skill sets outside of the banking world. Corporate Finance, Accounting, and even Venture Capital are all paths available to finance-types without a desire to enter the traditional banking grind.

And thanks to Johnson & Johnson, some of the leaders in those spaces are headed to WayUp on October 30 to talk about how people like you can start their finance careers, entirely free of the banking world.

One of the expert panelists, Vinny Pujji, is a 2014 graduate of UPenn’s elite Huntsman program in Economics and International Studies. After founding two startups in online payments and education, Vinny joined the team at Insight Venture Partners in New York City where he serves as an Investment Associate. He’ll talk all about combining a finance skill set with other passions to fuel a career in one of the most exciting, rewarding industries: Venture Capital.

Our other panelist is a veteran of Corporate Finance: Scott Trzaskawka, who works as the VP of Global Finance Talent Development at Johnson & Johnson, where he oversees the development of hundreds of recent grads and new hires on Johnson & Johnson’s finance team. He’ll talk about how finance plays a role in major corporations and how you can utilize more than just the number-crunching part of your brain when you get a job in Corporate Finance.

Finally, we’ll be joined by WayUp’s own Director of Finance and Accounting, Jess McKean. She’s worked for both large corporations and in fast-paced startups as an accounting and finance expert.

The event is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. They’ve remained a leader in healthcare and consumer goods for more than a century by embracing technological trends, constantly innovating, and—most important—hiring only the best talent for all of their teams.

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The good fight doesn’t always look like you think it might.

Sometimes the fight against climate change looks less like an activist chaining himself to a tree and more like consultants in business casual poring over Excel sheets. (Not that we don’t need both types!)

Enter CohnReznick, an accounting and advisory firm with a conscience and a nose for the business interests of the future. Lucky for them, those passions align with one of the most important facets of the fight against climate change: renewable energy.

Here’s how CohnReznick uses its business acumen to make major headway in the fight against climate change.

Tax Warriors For Renewable Energy

As one of the country’s premier accounting firms, CohnReznick is full of tax experts. Though it might surprise you, this quality makes it the perfect ally for innovative companies trying to push the bounds of renewable energy.

With the renewable energy space comes the complex legal jungle of permits, regulations, and tax credits. The energy industry is set up—for better or worse—with a mountain of hurdles that prevent newcomers from making it to market. There are tax credits and government assistance programs that can help get these altruistic energy providers off the ground, but those are very hard to access without immense knowledge of the legal system and tax codes.

That’s where CohnReznick comes in.

Interested in how, exactly, this works? It provides tax expertise, helps renewable companies close deals with investors, and even teams up with its sister company, CohnReznick Capital, to offer full-service partnerships with companies doing the most to change our society for the better.

They arrange for investors to get involved, and they can also assure them that the books are sound. This industry expertise has been huge for young renewable companies.

Consulting Captain Planets

With more than 100 partnerships in the renewable energy sector, CohnReznick’s strategic focus has made it a leader in the renewable energy world, all without having to actually generate a single volt of electricity. CohnReznick’s commitment to renewables exceeds that of a purely financial interest—it’s a thought leader and an innovator in its own right.

CohnReznick partners with groups like the American Council on Renewable Energy, the Solar Energy Industries Association, and the American Wind Energy Association, so it can reach the companies who could most benefit from its advice. It also hosts a yearly Renewable Energy Summit and Accounting Forum.

Its climate change expertise doesn’t just extend to renewable energy, though. It also fights the disastrous effects of hurricanes and other natural disasters, which have intensified because of climate change.

Partnering with FEMA and other disaster relief agencies, CohnReznick has been in charge of administering billions of dollars of government aid to the victims of catastrophes like Hurricane Irma. It also helps mitigate the damage, arriving in places like Texas and Louisiana days before the storm struck, providing guidance and advisory services to local businesses and agencies before the disaster even happened.

Smart Consulting + Renewable Energy = A Better World For Everyone

Members of the CohnReznick team aren’t just a part of a consulting firm—they’re a part of a group of intelligent human beings putting their minds toward tasks bigger than themselves.

Whatever your passions are, you can leverage them at CohnReznick to become more than just an accountant.

Interested in being part of the smartest team in consulting? Check out fun facts, perks, and jobs and internships from CohnReznick on WayUp right now!

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In today’s disruptive business environment, finding great people is one thing; keeping them on the cutting edge of the industry is another. And that’s where PwC distinguishes itself as a business.

PwC provides services to 86% of the companies on the US Fortune 500 list and ranks number one on Vault’s Most Prestigious Accounting Firms.   To stay agile in today’s competitive landscape, PwC is providing comprehensive digital upskilling to all its employees regardless of role or tenure.

Here’s a look at why PwC makes a great place to start your career in professional services.

PwC’s Digital Journey

PwC is focusing on recruiting people who are looking to make an impact, now and in the years to come. That’s why they are offering way more than the initial training you’d expect when joining an organization or firm.  PwC is engaging with the newest business tools and innovative technologies,  representing a powerful new standard of digital excellence.

It all starts with the Digital Fitness app.  First, you complete a short digital assessment while reflecting on what you know and where you can improve in the digital space.  The app provides a score followed by a personalized training plan in areas including data, analytics, AI and automation, blockchain and design thinking.  From there you can access a ton of learning resources through a phone, tablet or computer.

You can take your training on-the-go and improve through on-demand blogs, podcasts, quizzes and videos, as well as support from internal PwC teams.  Everyone at the firm is empowered to take on digital challenges and tech-enabled learning.

Some organizations provide upfront training but may stop short of offering continuing education programs to their employees.  PwC provides employees the resources and digital tools they need to shape and achieve their long-term personal and professional goals.

The Supportive Culture Behind The Excellence

PwC is among the industry leading “big four” professional services firms. And gaining an edge in an industry that is so competitive can be difficult.

But that’s why PwC has spent the last five years shifting its culture to one where their people can thrive by empowering them to upskill digitally and prioritize their well-being.

In an industry that’s known for being arduous, having a culture that allows you to work smarter is a standout characteristic. Amid an industry-wide trend of attritions, PwC took the lead and allowed for more flexibility in how and where their people work.  Some employees have arranged to work from home some of the time and others may have a compressed work week.

Working at PwC means being a part of a culture that nurtures excellence and encourages well-being. Working with some of the world’s most successful businesses as clients, training in the digital space, and being a part an inclusive workplace all make PwC an ideal employer for a full-time job internship in professional services.

Learn more about PwC and its benefits (including their Student Loan Paydown program!)  Visit PwC on WayUp to check out fun facts, videos and full-time and internship opportunities.

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School’s back in session and it’s not all classes and books. The fall semester is also the biggest time of year for recruiting—especially when it comes to the most competitive, sought-after jobs for business, accounting, and finance students.

1. Be Excellent

Now if this one seems kind of obvious, then just hear us out. Big 4 Accounting Firm jobs and internships are incredibly competitive. Preparing for them can take years of school, clubs, and other accomplishments. If you’re a sophomore and you’re finding yourself a lackluster candidate compared to your peers, it’s gonna be hard to beat them in the process without some sort of miraculous, stand-out trait (and the ability to prove it). You can take a semester (or even a year) to beef up your application just in case it doesn’t get accepted the first time around.

All that’s to say, make sure you’re at the top of your game before you apply to one of the Big 4 accounting firms (or even other top accounting firms). There are thousands of would-be accountants and consultants all over the world hoping to secure a spot in one of the top global internship programs in professional services. You should be a leader among leaders, an ace in the classroom, and a dedicated worker.

But just being excellent isn’t always everything…

2. Show Them That Excellence, Stand Out

But if you’re here, chances are you’re ALREADY excellent. So let’s talk about how to make that really count: Show it on your resume and in your application.

For example, let’s say you’re the President of the Accountants For Good Club at your school. It’s a club that combines charity with the magic of accounting. Sounds pretty good, right? Even something as relevant and impressive as this should be properly showcased, though, if you want to get the proper mileage out of it.

Here’s why.

Being the President of the Accountants For Good club is great, but there are a ton of club presidents at a ton of great schools. Some might even have experience more relevant than an accounting and community service club. So, in order to stand out among stand-outs, you’ve gotta know how to translate that club experience into working experience, right there on the resume page.

It’s all about how you say it.

Take that accomplishment and explain why it matters. For example, under “President of the Accountants For Good Club,” list out some of the things that happened under your leadership. For example, “raised $15,000 for victims of Hurricane Irene in Puerto Rico.”

This can be followed up with some relevant business skills, too. One example: “Executed transfer of funds to charity.” You could also try, “managed collections of funds,” or “created a system for tracking funds.”

Basically, that’s everything that has to happen with every club fundraiser, but you just said it in a way that translates it perfectly into actual skills. And it doesn’t have to be about accounting, either. This can be done with leadership skills, management skills, event-planning skills—really anything you can think of that’s done in a club or organizational setting.

Let them know that your activities and experiences are preparing you to work for them.

3. Pursue Your Passion (At The Firm)

The Big 4 Accounting Firms (and many of the other ones, too) are massive corporations with tens of thousands of employees. Their people work in all different departments and offer a ton of different services (that’s why most of them prefer to be called “professional services firms,” rather than just “accounting firms”). They offer clients assistance in the form of business management, tax, accounting, IT, and even human resources consulting.

These accounting firms are full of all stripes of business brainiacs. It’s fine if you’re interested in one of the less traditional routes. It can actually be an advantage for you to have unique interests. If you’ve got a classic business background in school, but an extracurricular interest in technology, then you could be the ideal candidate for someone specializing in business technology.

There are a couple ways to leverage this. First, you can see if the department that interests you the most is available directly through the application. Then, just be sure to optimize your resume toward that department and check the right box on your application. Another way is to actually ask a recruiter about it: either in person or over email. Let’s say you really are the President of the Accountants For Good Club at Your School University. You could ask a Big 4 recruiter whether there are openings in that department and how to apply.

4. Be Professional, Very Professional

All joking aside, this is truly the key to impressing your recruiters: Be professional. You should remain prompt, polite, prepared, and personable at all times. It’s okay to be nervous. But even with nerves, try to show them what you’ve got. Send flawless emails, arrive on time for interviews and events, and be prepared for the interview.

Qualities like these mark leaders and otherwise excellent candidates. While you can still get the job without them, it sure makes it a lot easier to stand out in their memory (or at least not stick out negatively) if you’ve flawlessly executed the simple responsibilities and details of the recruiting process on your end.

A few things that could make the difference: Researching the company, position, and department before your application and interview; answering any phone calls with a polite and professional, “Hello, this is ___.” instead of just a “hey;” following up within 24 hours of the interview thanking them for their time and letting them know you look forward to the next steps.

Now, Go Get Your Dream Job

There’s a place for all types of talent at these (and many other) illustrious accounting firms. They’re a great way to start a career in so many fields, because you gain exposure to the inner workings of not just one company, but all the clients that you’ll handle.

Ready to start your dream career in consulting or accounting? Recruiting season is in full-swing and all the best accounting firms are hiring right now on WayUp!

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Searching for your summer internship or first job after college is obviously a nerve-racking experience—but it shouldn’t be.

With more digital platforms, online guides, and amazing companies hiring than ever before, it’s so easy to find your dream role at your dream company. Whether it’s your first job or an internship that you’re looking for, both can be amazing opportunities that pave the way for rewarding, life-long careers.

However, all of the possible benefits put a lot of pressure on the search process. Here are three tips for keeping calm during the job search process.

1. You Can Prepare More Than Ever Before

There’s not a type of job interview in the world that someone hasn’t already done—and they probably wrote a blog post about it. Even interviews for specific companies have reviews written for them on Glassdoor and similar sites. We’ve assembled guides on most types of interviews.

Even if you’re worried about the stuff that comes before interviewing, we’ve got you covered. We’ve got guides on resumes (even on how to make job-specific resumes). Don’t worry about stuff like cover letters, cold emailing, and networking events, either.

With all these resources online and (hopefully) better education standards than ever before, you have the ability to be fully prepared for any type of interview.

2. You Can (And Definitely Should) Apply To More Than Just A Few Jobs

It might not seem like it while you’re spending every day looking for just one of them, but there are so many jobs out there. Most recruiting experts will say that—even for top-tier, experienced talent—a healthy ratio of applications to interviews is to 10:1. In some places, that number is as high as 27 applications to get one job interview.

So, ask yourself, have you sent out 10 job applications yet? That’s just for one interview. You should really be thinking about sending out about 40-50 applications over the course of a few weeks.

One of the biggest mistakes people make in the job application process is that they simply don’t submit enough applications. Some people are tinkering perfectionists who just can’t seem to finish something to their standards. Others are just ignorant to the reality of the situation. But this isn’t bad news.

There are thousands of jobs out there. The goal is to find the right one for you. Don’t spend all your time obsessing over minor details for the three jobs you’ve decided you do really want. Take that passion you have for those jobs and find other ones just like them. You’re much better off finding your dream title and role and then applying to it at multiple companies you think are a great fit.

3. Businesses Are Looking For More Than Just Experience

If you’re a college student or recent grad, chances are you don’t have a ton of professional experience. That’s okay. In fact, for some companies, it’s actually what they’re looking for.

Entry-level jobs are called “entry-level” for a reason. They’re for people hoping to find their way into an industry or career path. They’re not for industry veterans or insiders—or even people with 3-5 years of experience. Entry-level jobs are for recent grads.

Some college students even worry that they will be blocked out from internships because of a lack of other internship experience. There are plenty of ways to get a job or internship when you don’t have experience. For example, highlighting skills on your resume gained from school projects, extracurricular activities, or volunteering.

More than anything, businesses want people who have done their research on the industry, have a demonstrated interest in their potential job, and have the curiosity and intelligence to learn. Show them these qualities, and it’s not all about who had the flashiest internship her junior year.

The Best Tip

Research the companies, make sure your resume and cover letter are set, and apply. However, the real trick is doing all this in about an hour (of actual focused work time). Don’t spend too much time worrying or even researching (you can save the bulk of your research for once you get the interview).

Have we squashed your fears yet? Need more career advice? Check out amazing companies and all-star advice on the WayUp blog.

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Scientists, engineers, programmers, and math geeks unite! It’s STEM Awareness Month on WayUp and we’re doing everything we can to get STEM majors and recent grads just like you into the amazing jobs and internships hiring right now.

While nearly all of WayUp’s thousands of companies require STEM talent in one form or another, there are a few that truly thrive off of their elite teams of programmers, engineers, scientists, and data whizzes.

Some of those companies include engineering firms working on deep space tech and tech companies building the future of VR. Where will you find your STEM dream job?

1. BlackRock

BlackRock is the perfect company for all kinds of STEM talent. It’s a tech-centric financial services firm with an eye for innovation. It works in asset management and uses next-generation Financial Technology (FinTech) in both the investment and customer sides of the business.

Programmers, analysts, economists, and more are all considered STEM talent, and they’re the bulk of the BlackRock business model.

For fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities check out BlackRock on WayUp!

2. Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific is the leading manufacturer of high-tech, innovative science equipment. The team at Thermo Fisher makes everything from DNA sequencing machines for forensics labs to biological time machines that read 800,000-year-old ice cores.

Thermo Fisher is looking for scientists and engineers right now to help them build the future for the people building the future.

For fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities check out Thermo Fisher on WayUp!

3. Avanade

Avanade is a consulting firm like no other. With a focus specifically on the value of utilizing just the right business technology solution, Avanade is able to deliver highly-specific, useful results to all of its clients. Working for Avanade means getting to know the ins and outs of tons of different industries—while sharpening your business and tech skills along the way.

Want a jet-setting career in consulting? Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from Avanade on WayUp!

4. Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is an aerospace, defense, and aeronautics company that handles massive contracts for both the federal government and select private clients. Lockheed builds everything from airships to the upcoming Mars Base Camp (yup, it’s exactly what it sounds like).

Projects like these require the brightest, most innovative minds available. And don’t worry, Lockheed provides plenty of training to its interns and new hires, so no prior experience as a rocket scientist is necessary.

Check out fun facts, awe-inspiring videos, and amazing job opportunities from Lockheed Martin on WayUp!

5. Citi

Citi is a household name in global financial services. Members of the Citi team invest, bank, code, predict, and do everything else required of elite finance and technology leaders.

Obviously, a financial services firm with a reputation like Citi’s is an excellent place for math and finance students, but few know that the company is also a top spot for tech talent, too. With an open mobile API, healthy relationship with startup culture, and a massive budget for innovative FinTech, the Citi FinTech team is basically every programmer’s dream company.

Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from Citi on WayUp!

6. EY

EY is one of the world’s top accounting firms. It offers accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory (read: management consulting) services to some of the best companies around the world.

EY needs all sorts of math-inclined, analytical minds for its regular offerings. However, the company also looks for people with tech backgrounds because of its industry-leading application of digital tools.

Plus, it’s an amazing company to work for. It’s got incredible benefits, salaries, and standard-setting training and development.

Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from EY on WayUp!

7. Dell

Next up is Dell. It’s an amazing tech company, of course. It’s sold billions of dollars in business and productivity-centric computers and related equipment. However, it’s also a perfect place to work if you’re someone with a tech background and the charisma of a salesperson.

Right now, Dell is looking for people just like this for its technology sales program. And, before you scroll past this thinking, ‘I know what sales is and it’s not for me,’ think again. Sales at Dell is nothing like you imagined. Don’t believe us? Watch this video: Here’s how Dell is changing what it means to work in sales. 

Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from Dell on WayUp!

8. Nasdaq

Nasdaq is a true hybrid of tech and finance. It started out as the first electronic stock exchange in 1971. It’s since become a leading global expert in financial markets and technology to drive innovation in business and tech.

If you’re a future-minded, tech passionate person (or vice versa), then you might be a perfect candidate for Nasdaq’s internship program.

The best part? If you apply on WayUp, a recruiter will schedule a guaranteed phone interview within 24 hours.

Check out fun facts, videos, and all the incredible internship opportunities from Nasdaq on WayUp!

9. Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation is in the world’s coolest industry: top secret tech. So, the SNC team makes spy satellites for intelligence groups, defense tech for the military, and even deep-space habitats for NASA.

SNC is looking for engineers, analysts, project managers, and programmers to join the team.

Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from SNC on WayUp.

10. Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank has always been a leader in seamless international finance. It’s a multicultural, multinational finance firm with a unified message: Make a positive impact. Deutsche Bank agents are also critical assistants to clients accomplishing amazing things like medical robo-suits and commuter railways.

It’s also a leader in innovative FinTech solutions—something Deutsche Bank interns actually get to work on.

Want to start a career in finance with impact and important work? Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing opportunities from Deutsche Bank on WayUp.

Don’t See Your Dream Company?

WayUp hosts thousands of employers on its entry-level and internship job platform. If your dream company wasn’t on this, but you’re still hoping to work in a STEM role there, don’t sweat it.

Explore the Top Companies page on WayUp to find your dream job at your dream office. Happy hunting, STEM folks!

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STEM is about so much more than just the E!

Those studying to be scientists, technologists, mathematicians, and everything in between are all considered STEM majors. And if you’re one of them, then you’re in one of the most sought-after groups of talent.

Are you a STEM person who’s not sure what comes next? Here are some job titles (and postings) that you can use to help launch an amazing career. There are so many things that can be done with STEM skills, so don’t limit yourself and explore away!

1. Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence is all about using data and analytics tools to determine pain points and opportunities for a business. Use both your analytical skills and your business acumen.

Check out this opportunity in the field:

• Full-Time Role @ Starbucks

2. Data Scientist (Or Data Science Analyst/Associate)

Data science professionals, much like their Business Intelligence counterparts, employ data to the benefit of a business. However, Data Science people use more than just your standard analytics tools. Those in the field often deploy tools powered by Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in order to deal with massive quantities of data.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Check out this position:

• Full-Time Data Science Associate @ Nielsen

3. Project Manager

This field is about deploying both business sense and technical know-how. Project Managers can be responsible for everything from executing on the creation of a new service or product to optimizing the production process of an existing one.

It’s about making sure a team works the way it should to accomplish the most it can for the business.

• Lockheed Martin Affordability Internship

4. Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain is a field for organized, intelligent people with a sense of how systems ought to work. Engineers, programmers, and especially people with logistics or business experience will find themselves well-equipped for roles in this industry.

Check out these opportunities in the field:

• Full-Time Items Analyst @ Lockheed

• Full-Time Operations/Supply Chain Leadership Development Program @ Belden

5. Corporate Financial Analyst

Want to put your math and statistics skill to use? Corporate finance is about understanding and regulating the flow of money within an organization. You could be responsible for all things finance from accounting to budgeting to corporate investment.

Here are some opportunities in the field:

• Finance Intern @ Lockheed

• Financial Summer Analyst Summer 2019 @ The TJX Companies

6. Business Management Consultant

Consulting is as much a numbers game as it is a business pursuit. You’re working with clients to optimize their businesses (and fast). It’s a lucrative, highly competitive industry and STEM talent is always needed.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Advisory Consultant Program @ EY

7. Assurance Accountant

Almost as competitive as consulting, working in Assurance for a top accounting firm means a rewarding, challenging career. Utilizing your math and analysis skills is a must!

Here are some great opportunities with top accounting firms on WayUp:

• Full-Time Assurance-Audit Associate @ EY

• Assurance/Tax Internship @ CohnReznick

8. Corporate Banking Analyst

Corporate Banking means managing the money entrusted to your financial services firm by another corporation. It also means managing lines of credit, the financing of new business opportunities, and more. It’s a great finance field for those with math skills and strong business interests.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Corporate Banking Summer Analyst @ Citi

9. Financial Analyst

This is similar to the role of a Corporate Financial Analyst, but in this type of role you instead work for a slate of clients or investment funds while under the umbrella of a financial services firm.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Finance Summer Analyst @ Citi

10. Business Analyst

This is a straight-up business role for those with math, IT, and business skills. Use analytics, business acumen, and analysis to contribute in a variety of ways (usually) to major corporations.

Here are a few great opportunities in the field:

• Leadership Develop Restaurant Business Consulting Program @ McDonald’s Corporation

• Entry-Level CRM Business Analyst @ Avanade

11. Investment Analyst

You’ll be using business and analysis skills, but in this field, it’s also about combining that expertise with well-researched knowledge of the markets. You’ll find Investment Analyst jobs at major financial services firms and hedge funds.

Check out this great opportunity in the field:

• Alternative Investments Analyst Summer 2019 Program @ BlackRock

12. Wealth Management/Portfolio Analyst

Apply analytics and investment skills to the portfolios of clients and corporations. Find out what it takes to be in the field of wealth management.

A great place to start is this role:

• Portfolio Analytics Analyst @ BlackRock

13. Technology Client Services

Client Services is a field for people who want to work in a field that sits between technology and client management. People who work in Client Services are dedicated to the success of clients and customers by helping them use their companies’ tech/product to the fullest.

Check out this great opportunity in the field:

• Aladdin Client Services Summer 2019 @ BlackRock

14. Scientist

What’s a more classic STEM role than this? Put your research and analysis skills to the test with a job in the hard sciences at any number of companies. You could be formulating different ways of making existing products or formulating entirely new ones.

Check out this opportunity at a leading consumer goods company:

• Associate Scientist @ Unilever

15. Quality Control Analyst

Quality Control is more than just checking to see if something works. It’s a science that requires immense technical knowledge and the aptitude to design systems that ensure quality at scale.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Analyst Associate @ Lockheed

16. Research & Development

Research & Development combines science, tech, and the entrepreneurial spirit into one of the most exciting jobs in consumer and business goods.

Check out these great opportunities in the field:

• Internship in Research & Development @Belden

• Full-Time Leadership Development Program @Belden

17. Tax Accountant

Tax Accountants are both math geniuses and experts on the legal rules of play for corporations. Use your analytical brain and capacity for vast quantities of info to start an amazing career that’s always in demand.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Entry-Level Tax Associate @ CohnReznick

18. UX Design

Are you a coder with a creative streak? UX Design is a creative tech role. How should tech products look and feel for users? That’s up to you to figure out. Write copy, code, and make the user experience on your site, app, or product feel amazing.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Entry-Level UX Designer @ Avanade

19. Technology Sales

Do you have tech knowledge and all the charisma of a liberal arts major? Tech sales might be the perfect way to launch your career in tech.

Check out this great opportunity in the field:

• Inside Sales Representative @ Dell

20. Product Manager

Product Management is a field at the intersection of business and tech. As a Product Manager, you organize the workflow of engineering teams to ensure the product is always moving ahead at full speed.

Here’s a great opportunity in the field:

• Product Management Internship @ Verizon

21. Network Architect

Network Architecture is the design and implementation of data and traffic-handling systems for companies and clients.

One of the best places to start is with a company at the top of the field, like a provider. Check out this opportunity:

• Network Transformation MBA Intern @ Verizon

Don’t see what you’re looking for on this list? Check out tons of other internships and full-time opportunities on WayUp right now!

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When it comes to recruiting, Apex is at the top of the pack. Between its two branches, Apex Life Sciences and Apex Systems, they’re responsible for a ton of important hiring decisions in the world of STEM and other fields.

Apex has made tens of thousands of placements, so they know better than most that, no matter how good the on-paper match is, candidates can often surprise you. That’s why they look for a set of traits—rather than a set of classes—when they’re hiring for open roles. (Like they currently are on WayUp!)

What characteristics has Apex found the best Recruiters often have? They’re resilient, self-motivated, and detail- and results-oriented, for starters. They also have strong interpersonal skills and perform well working on and with a team.

What does that mean for you? They want you to apply—regardless of your major.

Talent Can Come From Anywhere

The truth about most jobs is, you learn by doing. Even if you study something highly specific like medicine, you still won’t know exactly what it’s like to treat someone until you’ve done it yourself. That, of course, requires experience.

However, if you’re smart and you’re a quick learner, you’re probably going to figure it out pretty soon. The same goes for recruiting. Yes, you need to have strong interpersonal skills. (In fact, that’s what one Recruiting expert at Apex cites as the most important qualification.) But you don’t need to have experience as a professional Recruiter.

To be a great Recruiter, what you do need are an entrepreneurial spirit, social skills, and an analytical mind. Those qualities will help you find the right candidate and convince that person—not to mention the employer looking to fill the position—that you’ve found the perfect match. The way you sort through candidate data and talk to clients can be taught. But those other baseline traits are inherent.

Recruiting Has Universal Appeal

No matter what your major is, there are certain things you’re going to want from a job: competitive pay, room for advancement, and a positive social environment. It just so happens Recruiting is particularly well-suited to providing all three.

Recruiters are well-compensated, especially considering their commission structure. Every time you succeed at Apex, you’re going to get paid more. This type of incentive leads to a successful team and company, of course. But it also contributes to an environment in which everyone shares in the success of their colleagues.

That’s how Apex manages to keep so many recruiters happy and fulfilled. As they work harder and smarter, they make more money. They also get promoted faster. That’s a proven reality, too: As one of their Recruiting experts told us, most promotions at Apex happen within six months.

It’s no surprise that a company that values leadership, social skills, and intelligence over a college major has found success with their hiring model. And it’s no accident that it took a company made of hiring experts to figure that out.

Interested in learning more? Apex is hiring on WayUp now, so check out their open positions and apply!

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Resumes are your first—and sometimes only—chance to show companies and recruiters what you have to offer. That’s why it’s so important that you put what companies are really looking for on your resume. However, different jobs look for different styles of resume, keywords, skills, numbers, and even formats. That’s why having a resume that’s tailored to the position (a job-specific resume) can be essential for landing that interview.

At the same time, nobody wants to make a new resume for every single application they send. But when should you make a job-specific resume? What kinds of jobs need specific resumes? We’ve answered these questions and more with our definitive guide on how and when to make a job-specific resume.

When To Make A Unique, Job-Specific Resume

Not sure what or when to put something new on your resume? Been staring at your computer for hours? Don’t worry. We’ve got the answer.

Making a unique resume for a certain type of job should always be done if one or more of the following three things are true:

• The job requires specific hard skills like programming, professional software, or legal knowledge.
• The job is largely measured by certain qualities like sales numbers, revenue, or growth.
• Your resume isn’t currently geared toward that job.

If any of these things are true, then it’s time to cook up a new resume. We’ll explain why with a few more concrete examples of this.

The Numbers-Heavy Resume

In sales, the thing that stands out to hiring managers more than anything is numbers.

Organized 50+ cold-calling marathons, Led team of 8 in a door-to-door fundraising campaign, and Generated $5,000 in revenue through sales of enterprise product—all leverage data points to showcase not only the content of your experience, but also the scale at which you worked.

Your performance is measured by numbers, especially dollar figures, in career tracks like account management, sales, and the like. That’s why having them on your resume for business development type roles is so important.

(Check out our complete guide on How To Make A Sales Resume.)

The Skills-Centric Resume

Similarly, jobs like Software Engineer and Business Intelligence Analyst are all about specific skills. That’s why you shouldn’t just list something like “Programming” or “Backend Programming” on your resume. Instead, you should have skills like PHP, SQL, Python, and Java and a list of projects that include links to Github or other online repositories of your code.

Projects and specific languages or disciplines are what matter in skill-centric jobs. Projects you’ve done are excellent ways of actually demonstrating this.

The Graphics-Heavy, Creative Resume

In many jobs, aesthetics matter. If you’re applying to be a designer, editor, or someone who works with visual content in any way, you should consider creating a more aesthetically pleasing resume.

Organization of skills, work, extracurricular, and academic activities in a way that effectively communicates your story is, in fact, a skill within itself. You should be able to demonstrate the ability to graphically arrange information in a way that pleases the eye and informs the reader. That’s why designers and visual creatives ought to make resumes that reflect this type of skill.

Consider using color, multi-column formatting, and even a photo in this kind of resume.

Word of warning: If you are still applying to non-creative jobs or even creative jobs at massive companies, their application systems might fail to recognize your resume. Make sure to check whether or not their digital system will accept uniquely formatted files.

This guide should help you craft whatever kind of resume you might need.

For everything else career-related and spotlights on amazing companies, check out the WayUp blog.

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The thing about Mondelēz products is, you don’t just know them. You probably love them—or, at least, one of them.

If you try and think about the food that makes you truly happy when you’re eating it, you’re likely to stumble across a Mondelēz product.

Mondelēz is a sweets specialist, a freshness aficionado, and a cracker connoisseur all rolled into one. Here’s a little more about these supreme cookie craftsmen and how you might be able to join their team.

Mondelēz Makes All The Hits, Seriously

Okay, at this point, you’re probably thinking, “There’s no way Mondelēz makes that many things I love. I don’t even love that many things!”

But listen to this: the amazing team at Mondelēz makes every single Cadbury product. That’s Flake bars, Creme Eggs, and all kinds of chocolate.

But maybe you’re not a chocolate fan. Perhaps you’re into more traditional baked goods. Chocolate is, after all, only an ingredient in many of the best confections. Fair enough.

Well, the Mondelēz team also makes Chips Ahoy! cookies. What kid didn’t want those in their lunchbox? Chocolate chips not your thing, either? That’s not a problem. They also make Nilla Wafers. And Fig Newtons. And every variety of Tate’s cookies.

And if you’re thinking, “I just can’t eat dairy,” then that’s no problem, either. Mondelēz also makes one of the all-time greatest cookies, Oreos—and they’re dairy-free.

Even if you hate sweet things and just like a cool stick of gum, Mondelēz makes Dentyne, Trident, and Stride—and before you even ask, the answer is yes: Mondelēz will pay you in gum (among actual money and a ton of other perks).

And Now Mondelēz Is Looking For People Like You

You’re probably wondering what you can do for Mondelēz, and the answer is: anything.

Mondelēz is looking for a lot more than just bakers to join their team. (Mondelēz has plenty of top-tier bakers on its team.) But if you’re someone interested in any part of the consumer goods business, then you’re just the person Mondelēz is looking for.

We’re talking supply chain students, marketing majors, fledgling packaging designers, and anyone else with a passion for taking things from paper to product.

Yes, even though it’s the cookie business, it’s still a business.

And Mondelēz is looking for the best talent in the game to join one of the world’s leading teams. That’s how the company manages to succeed on 6 continents (you’re next, Antarctica!)—the Mondelēz team are masters of making the very best foods for the happy moments in your life.

There’s a reason we have chocolate on Easter, Halloween, Christmas, and birthdays: Mondelēz stays busy making it. And now you can help. Plus, they’re hiring all over the country, so you can start a career in the world’s sweetest industry without moving to a brand-new city.

Want to learn more about how you can be a part of a multi-continental cookie conglomerate? Check out fun facts, heartfelt testimonials, and amazing job opportunities from Mondelēz on WayUp right now!

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It’s not every day that you hear about companies asking their best and brightest to come up with the next big thing.

But at Dell’s yearly GameChanger competition, groups of employees of all kinds—from sales reps to engineers—pitch solutions to problems facing both the company and the world.

From sustainability to streamlined production, “game changers” can come in any form. Judges from across Dell’s leadership team listen to, critique, and spend money and time on the best ideas from Dell’s global team.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR OPEN ROLES AT DELL!

Gearing Up For Competition

Teams can come from anywhere in the company, no matter the location or department, and are supervised by finalists and winners from previous GameChangers events.

“We have a lot of smart people here with a lot of great ideas, and we just needed to give them a platform,” says Vanessa Henry, a member of Dell’s GenNext team, which is responsible for organizing the event.

In last year’s competition, more than 600 people from 28 countries entered ideas into the four categories. These included the Internet of Things, Customer Experience, Solutions Strategy, and an open-ended category (for those genius ideas that need no label).

Back To School: GameChangers University

In order to give employees the edge they would need to present in a business competition, Dell set up short courses under the umbrella of GameChangers University. The goal? To help everyone “think like entrepreneurs and fill in gaps in expertise.”

This not only sharpened the skills of business pros but also enabled the less experienced classes of contestants to better compete with their eloquent peers.

Clash Of The (Future) Industry Titans

Finally, the teams of five present to the panel of judges. If they advance to the final rounds, their ideas can be endorsed by senior leadership and get funded. One of last year’s winners, Mikhail Tolstoy, was seriously impressed by the results. “Dell is ready to spend money and, more importantly, time to work with you if you reach out,” he says.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR OPEN ROLES AT DELL!

Another of the previous winners, Phil Rasy, says it’s nice to know that he works for a company willing to put resources toward grassroots ideas: “It feels great to wake up in the morning and go to work knowing that the company you work for embraces your ideas and pays very well for them.”

And it’s more than just the palpable rewards that make the competition so great, Rasy says. It’s seeing your value across the company. “The impact that each individual can have on the business is immeasurable,” he says. “GameChangers opened up opportunities that I thought were impossible.”

GameChangers is just one part of a corporate culture obsessed with innovation. This commitment to entrepreneurship keeps Dell at the top of an increasingly competitive, and crowded, field.

Want to work for a company that invests in its employees’ game-changing ideas? Dell is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply!

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One of the biggest advantages you can give yourself in the competitive internship application process is time. There are very few things that cannot be accomplished if you provide yourself enough time. That’s why the best way to secure your spring 2019 internship is to start now.

Here at WayUp, we’ve put together the one-stop guide for securing that perfect spring 2019 internship. Doing something like that could help you 1) get the perfect summer internship, 2) get the perfect post-grad job, and 3) make you insanely rich and famous. Okay, maybe not #3. But it can definitely help you start an amazing career.

Follow these five steps and you’re off to the races.

1. Start Researching What You Really Want (Make A List!)

You’re not always going to know what you want. Even if you study something specific like Electrical Engineering, there are a ton of different disciplines within the field that you might want to explore. So, start doing your research: Read internship reviews, job descriptions, and see what top companies are really offering students. (Sometimes it’s easier to find a good internship if you pick a company you admire rather than a specific role!)

Make a list of skills you want to learn, hone, and get exposure to. Write down companies you admire. Think about people whose careers you want to emulate and reach out to them (or research them online if they’re celebrities/high-ranking executives), so that you can see how you might do the same thing.

This should help you make another list (the important one): Spring 2019 internships you actually want to apply to. Maybe even make a spreadsheet with all the due dates and requirements.

2. Prepare The Right Resume(s)

If you’re someone with an interest in both journalism and advertising, for example, you’re going to need more than one resume if you really want to stand out in both types of applications.

For journalism jobs, you’d want to focus on not just writing experience, but also research and reporting.

However, for advertising, you’d focus your resume on writing as it relates to other creative ventures, any sort of client or relationship skills you have, as well as any sort of business experience.

Optimizing your resume to fit the role is really important, because so many places—especially big, prestigious companies—sort applicants based on the presence of skills. To get a better idea of which skills they’re looking for. Check out job descriptions and online applications to see what they’re listing.

3. Beef Up Your Resume

If you don’t have “great skills,” then don’t worry. There’s still time to get them. Here’s how.

It’s the beginning of fall semester. Club fairs abound! Club leaders love to have new people join their orgs and each of these is an opportunity to demonstrate interest in a subject, commitment, social skills, and even leadership. Once you’re in a club, you can help them organize events (valuable skill), manage budgets (really valuable skill), and even lead teams or task forces (totally invaluable skill).

There’s also still time to get a Fall internship. Try using WayUp to find the perfect fit in your area. Even if companies aren’t formally hiring, you can still email someone on the team and send them your own proposal for an internship.

Volunteer experience is 1) always a good thing for the people you’re helping and 2) always looks good on your resume. It can also be a shorter-term commitment than a club membership or an internship. You could go on a week-long service trip or volunteer every other weekend.

4. Get All Your App Requirements Ready

Some apps are much harder than others. Long personal statements, recommendation letters, references, and more can take up your precious time and put you in danger of submitting an incomplete app or—even worse—entirely missing an app deadline. That’s why starting early is so important.

As for letters of recommendation, those can take serious time to write, especially if you want the person to do a good job. So, to be courteous (another amazing trait they can include in your recommendation), ask with at least two weeks notice, preferably longer. If you don’t have that kind of time, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ask. You want to do a great job—not a good job—on this app. So, ask ahead.

As for personal statements, make them stand out. Everyone wants that perfect Spring 2019 internship, everyone’s passionate (at least on paper), and everyone wants to “make the world a better place.” Tell them how you plan to do this. Tell them WHY it matters to you. There’s so much you there—you just have to put it in the app. (But nothing too weird! It’s not literature; it’s business.)

5. Now Apply (As Early As Possible)

Once all your ducks are in a row, you can actually submit (ahead of time) your very first, perfect application to a spring 2019 internship. This will give them a chance to really savor and digest your application. Don’t worry, they’re not going to forget about you because you applied early. They LOVE when people get their apps in ahead of time, before the big deadline rush.

Want more Back To School hacks, amazing career tips, and everything else you need to succeed in the working world? Check out the WayUp Guide right now!

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Summer’s over and it’s an absolute tragedy. Waterparks have shut down. The ice cream man has stopped showing up to your pick-up games. And—of course—your summer job (or lack thereof) has gone out of style, fast.

While we can’t help you with the water slides or the King Cones, we can certainly help you get a better gig now that it’s a more temperate, businesslike season.

It’s time for a full-time job—and we’ve got the hookup.

Here are 10 full-time, amazing jobs hiring recent grads right now.

1. Ops Associate in the Emerging Leaders Program @ Nielsen

Nielsen sets the gold standard in market research and analysis. Your first full-time job could be as an Ops Associate in their ELP.

The Emerging Leaders Program trains the next generation of data tech executives. If you’re a tech person or a business-minded recent grad, this is an amazing opportunity to get into the world of market research.

2. Sales Analyst @ Unilever

Unilever products are used by a third of the Earth’s population on any given day. That’s more than 2.5 billion people. If your first full-time job is with Unilever, you’ll be a part of one of the world’s biggest companies.

They’re hiring Sales Analysts for some of their brands. You’ll be analyzing sales data, identifying patterns, and providing business solutions to the company. An excellent first job in the consumer goods industry, this role is great for number-crunchers, business brainiacs, and more. What are you waiting for? Apply now!

3. Inside Sales Representative @ Dell

Want to start a career that combines business with tech? Try sales at Dell. They’re innovators in every field, including salesmanship. If you’ve got a passion for technology that makes life better, a gift for human interaction, and problem-solving skills like no other, then you should definitely apply to this role.

4. Software Engineer @ Avanade

Avanade is a business tech consulting firm, which makes it the dream company for recent grads. You can travel, learn about all types of businesses, and get the full consultant experience while remaining in a tech-first role. Personable, practical programmers should definitely apply!

5. Research & Development Development Program @ Belden

Belden is all about sending signals, literally. They make the best tech for communications, network architecture, and even information security. Here’s a chance to help build what’s next in an industry that touches, well, everything.

6. Recruiting/Sales Specialist @ TEKsystems

Recruiting and Sales skills are like peanut butter and jelly. They go great together and one of them is pretty hard to get anything out of without the other. That’s why TEKsystems, a leading staffing firm, looks for people eager to break into sales/recruiting and offers a killer starting salary of $60k.

7. Business Systems Analyst @ Travelers

Join the legendary insurance company’s Technology Development Program as a Business Systems Analyst. You’ll work and train alongside professionals on the cutting edge of business tech. This is an amazing first job as it sets you up with skills that work well at any company.

8. Apparel Designer (Women’s) @ Under Armour

Worry not, creatives. There is, in fact, something for you on this list. Under Armour makes amazing gear for amazing athletes. And here’s your opportunity to use your creativity to contribute to that in their trendy New York office.

Your first full-time job could actually be designing some of the items that clothe the world’s most renowned athletes like Lindsey Vonn and Tom Brady.

9. Supply Chain Trainee Program @ Ferguson

Supply Chain is one of the most exciting fields in business. It’s action-packed, high-intensity, and it rewards its experts with authority and competitive salary. But breaking into the industry can be hard. That’s why Ferguson’s Supply Chain Trainee Program is the perfect first full-time job in the industry. It’s an awesome way to get your foot in the door.

10. Electrical Engineer @ Raytheon

Raytheon’s a defense contractor that makes amazing stuff for the government, military, and even space agencies. It’s a patriotic, high-stakes job. Don’t miss it.

These are just the beginning of the amazing jobs hiring on WayUp right now. No matter what your major was or your future goals are, you can find your next step on WayUp.

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STEM, as you might know, refers to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Whether you got that expertise through work experience, your college major, or even doing online courses like Codecademy, you’re a part of that special STEM group if you have the right skills.

Recruiters are always seeking out STEM talent. STEM people are not only critical to any modern company’s success, but also harder to find because of the steep learning curve.

However, not everyone realizes just how essential STEM talent is to every type of company. It’s not just engineering firms and tech companies that need STEM majors. Your dream company, no matter what it is, is probably hiring STEM talent right now.

Here’s a short list of companies you might never have expected to hire STEM talent, but actually do.

1. Banks & Financial Services Firms

Banks and financial services firms show interest in math majors for obvious reasons. However, a lesser known fact is that they are also a top spot for programmers and technologists.

Finance is an industry with a massive budget. So it’s no surprise that they can afford to hire some of the best talent in computer science—which is exactly what they’ve been doing for the past few decades. Financial Technology (more commonly known as “FinTech”) powers everything from modern stock exchanges to AI-driven investment and trading software. Finance is a numbers game; consequently, machine learning and artificial intelligence can automate and analyze many of its functions.

If you’re an up-and-coming programmer, data scientist, or someone with a passion for emerging tech trends like blockchain and AI, then these companies could actually be a great fit for you.

2. Consulting & Accounting Firms

Like banks and finance companies, it’s obvious why accounting firms would need math majors and the like. However, they’re also in need of technologists and programmers due to the growing necessity of digital tools for business.

Consulting firms (and the consulting groups within accounting firms) are responsible for optimizing a business at every level, and that includes how its employees do their jobs and the tools they use to do them. Some consulting firms (like Avanade), focus specifically on optimizing a business’s technology and IT infrastructure.

That’s why programmers, IT specialists, and network architects are more valuable than ever for consulting firms. Improving the ways a company uses technology prompts a widespread, immediate, and impactful change, and that’s just what they’re hoping to drive.

If you majored in one of these fields and you’ve got a mind for business, then an IT consulting or management consulting position might be a great fit for you.

3. Restaurant & Hospitality Companies

Food is one of the industries most affected by the rise of technology, especially smartphones. In order to keep up with rising customer expectations, mobile and online shopping is now standard for chains. These companies need software developers working constantly on mobile apps and websites for ordering.

There’s a reason McDonald’s and Starbucks are constantly in the top 100 on the app store. People love having their food ready to go when they get there. And you could be the person who makes that happen.

4. Clothing & Retail Companies

It’s not all design and deliver for clothing and retail companies. They’re actually really complex businesses with tons of moving parts. Engineers and supply chain managers build and analyze tracking systems. It takes a lot of work to ensure smooth and timely delivery of stuff as trend-based and seasonal as clothing.

Plus, many retailers use mobile apps for sales, promotions, and customer engagement.

Supply chain management majors, programmers, and data analysts are always in demand in this space.

5. Delivery & Logistics Companies

Delivery companies might not seem like the most exciting to work for, but looks can be deceiving. Online shopping has been a blessing for delivery companies like UPS. There are now more deliveries than at any point in human history. And they’ve come up with all sorts of formulas For example, UPS drivers almost never turn left.

It takes a lot of math, science, and usually some programming to make decisions like that—and they end up saving millions of dollars and keeping pollution out of the atmosphere, so all that effort is actually well spent.

Plus, engineers and tech tinkerers are a vital part of their continuing efforts to improve delivery trucks and even work on delivery drones.

6. Food & Snack Companies

Just like retail businesses, food and snack companies have a ton of logistics to consider. They have complex supply chains that are made even more difficult to manage by the issue of food spoiling and safety standards. Plus, they’ve got to have a strong presence on the web and on mobile in order to compete in their incredibly tight markets.

All of this makes for a type of company that demands top tech talent just to stay competitive.

Tech Talent Is Everywhere

If you’ve got a STEM background and didn’t see your dream company’s category on this list, don’t worry. The reality is that every company needs STEM people, so your opportunity will arise eventually. In fact, they might already be looking.

Check out our Top Companies page on WayUp for even more amazing companies hiring people just like you!

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Every coffee shop likes to advertise its most exotic (read: expensive) coffee bean blends. These more often than not include a line or two about the beans’ dramatic journey from a far-flung locale all the way to your cup.

But are you sure you’re getting that Rwandan blend you paid for? How about that $350-per-pound Vietnamese blend? Are the coffee shops even sure?

The answer, it turns out, is yes. It is possible to know.

Thermo Fisher Tech Uncovers The Origin

So, how does it happen? You can thank the world leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher Scientific. Their researchers create a range of products that can do everything from identifying Ebola outbreaks to determining the origin of your favorite coffee bean.

Allow us to explain.

Figuring out where coffee beans originated from is no simple task. To do so, Thermo Fisher scientists applied the same inventive attitude they used developing DNA sequencing technology and producing Nalgene water bottles.

Their first step was conducting a study that applied Thermo Fisher technology to coffee sourcing. Through their work, they found that it is possible to conclusively identify exactly where you get your coffee from.

Isotope Fingerprinting Finds Its Genetic Family

The secret lies in a technology called isotope fingerprinting. And to understand what that means, you need to have a little background information. All molecules decay in a certain way. But the specific manner in which they decay depends on how long they’ve been around and the way their molecules are arranged.

That, in turn, means you can tell how two coffee beans—made from roughly the same species of plant—are different. From there, you can even determine where in the world those coffee beans are from.

This is very similar to carbon dating, which is a type of technology that can tell us how old fossils are. However, it’s not just age that Thermo Fisher scientists are looking for when they study the mysterious coffee bean.

By metaphorically zooming in on even more nuanced details of the plant’s isotope fingerprint, they are able to match any batch of coffee beans to a sample from a specific part of the world. They can then compare and contrast the two kinds of beans, which enables them to properly label their place of origin.

With the largest investment in research and development in the industry, Thermo Fisher was able to design a process that can verify where your favorite coffee beans are from. And while it might be cool for you to know that you are indeed drinking the legendary Kopi Luwak coffee from Vietnam, it’s also beneficial for a range of producers and distributors who are involved in the farming and manufacturing of those beans.

Pretty cool, right?

Just be warned: Thermo Fisher’s technology won’t reveal whether the $6 you paid for that velvety cup of Joe is really worth the money.

That, my friend, is all on you.

Interested in working for a company that is using technology to solve the world’s most vexing problems? Well, you’re in luck. Thermo Fisher is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply here!

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Finding an internship can be, well, difficult. But it doesn’t have to be.

We’ve found four of the best internships hiring right now. And they’re all at one of the most innovative tech companies in the world: Verizon.

1. MBAs: Smart Communities Internship

Smart cities are the way of the future. And the future is a lot sooner than you might think.

Help make sci-fi a reality by working on projects that integrate next-gen 5G tech into the everyday lives of real people in real cities. You’ll be working with Product Owners and Sales Leaders to market existing projects, evaluate the market, and analyze proposed product ideas.

The goal is to drive citizen engagement, increase economic development, and promote sustainability. Basically, the Verizon Smart Communities team works to make the world a better place. Are you in?

Degree Concentrations That Do Well In This Role: Marketing, Market Research, Business or Data Analytics, Product Management

2. MBAs: Product Management Internship

Product management is one of the hottest fields in the industry. It’s right at the corner of tech and business, allowing those with management skills to leverage their passion for innovation and user-focused thinking.

It’s also really tough to find an internship in it.

Here’s your chance to get in on a fantastic field working for one of the most innovative companies in technology. Smart people are doing big things at Verizon—and you can too.

Degree Concentrations That Do Well In This Role: Marketing, Market Research, Business or Data Analytics, Product Management

3. Accounting Majors: Finance Operations Internship

If you’re a numbers person with a head for how small parts fit into a larger whole, then finance operations might be your perfect fit.

This internship provides a fast-track into the heart of all things financial operations at Verizon. You’ll focus on anything from fraud prevention and credit analysis to revenue assurance and payroll management.

Develop yourself as a finance and business pro by working with a top-tier team.

Other Majors That Also Work For This Role: Finance, Data Analytics/Statistics, Economics, Business IT, Math

4. Real Estate Majors: Real Estate Internship

It can’t get more related to your major than this.

To help create an environment driven by innovation, Verizon acquires, builds, and maintains many properties, facilities, and land. By working with the team that does all this, you’ll find your fit and interest in the field.

If you love real estate, tinkering with management systems, analyzing data, and maximizing efficiency in innovative ways, then this is the internship for you.

Added bonus: All Real Estate and related majors are welcome.

Think you’ve found your dream company but not your dream role? Check out more fun facts, videos, and—of course—amazing job and internship opportunities from Verizon on WayUp right now!

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The Fall semester is an amazing time of year. New classes, new spaces, and another round of opportunities to join all the clubs, groups, and initiatives you regretted not doing before. All this isn’t just good news for your personal growth, either. Every one of these opportunities can be awesome for your resume.

1. Join A Club/Organization You Really Care About

One of the things employers love most in potential candidates is passion. It’s a combination of dedication, enthusiasm, and curiosity that’s really hard to find in people—especially when you’re just looking at their resumes.

But finding something that you really care about and giving it your all can lead you not only to better social circumstances, but also better professional ones. What if you become the A Capella superstar your school always needed? What if you’re the national debate champion? All of these things make you feel more confident in yourself and give you plenty to talk about during interviews. They’re also ways of demonstrating your commitment to your commitments—especially if you can manage to be a good student while also being a great fill-in-the-blank.

Even if there’s no competitive aspect to the organization, there are still ways to excel. Seek leadership roles, organize fundraisers and events, and try to get your hands on some management skills while you’re at it. You can make friends and build valuable work skills. After all, they’re gonna want to hear about more than just your summer internship during your next job interview.

2. Get A Part-Time Job/Fall Internship

Summer is the season of internships, but the needs of businesses don’t just disappear in the fall.

Now’s the time to grab the reins and get yourself an internship or a part-time job for the fall semester. Few things look as good on a resume as work experience and who doesn’t need a little extra cash? And, given that there are usually fewer interns in the Fall, you can almost always make quality connections with important people in the office.

3. Volunteer With Your Spare Time

Volunteering is good for everyone. The people (or animals, or planet, or body of water, or body of cultural artifacts etc.) will certainly be grateful for your help. Plus, you’re building practical skills. And, at the end of the day, it’s much easier to secure a spot volunteering somewhere than it is to secure a very competitive internship. And it will certainly help you on that path, too.

Most non-profits and organizations that accept volunteers are also comfortable accepting other types of volunteering, like offering them social media consulting or helping them run their website. Stuff like this gives you valuable professional experience and also helps a good cause in a way that you might not have considered before.

Ask your local charity if they need any help running the organization. Tell them what you study and why you want to contribute your talents to their cause. You’d be surprised what kinds of opportunities might come your way.

Another great thing about volunteering is that it’s a very flexible, possibly very small time commitment. You can do it once every two weeks or even once a month and still do something good while beefing up your resume.

4. Dive Deep Into Your Classes, Study Hard, And Get Amazing Grades

Fall semester is also a time for, you know, school. Killing it in your classes will give you an easy way to demonstrate a lot of these important traits like determination, intelligence, curiosity, and all-around responsibility.

A lot of the most competitive employers ask for your GPA (even if it isn’t the most important factor) and having the 3.8 jump off the page at them is an awesome way to make a good first impression!

Plus, you might actually learn something that you can use later in your life.

Whatever You Do, Just Do Something

Don’t let the semester disappear without you getting any new, enriching experiences. What you do in fall semester can make excellent material for the job interviews that come in the Spring and Summer. You’ll also have the opportunity to make friends and connections you’d have never otherwise met.

For more tips, tricks, and hacks for crafting the perfect resume, acing the interview, and securing your dream job, check out the WayUp Guide for more!

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Every company that strives to increase its employee diversity and create a more inclusive culture is doing something commendable. But unlike people, not all approaches to diversity and inclusion (D&I) are created equally.

What makes Verizon’s approach so special? How straightforward it is, for starters. They’ve shown that with outreach, inclusion, and genuine efforts to foster an inclusive community that making a company that accurately represents its customers and the world around it is entirely possible.

Here’s a look at how Verizon’s straightforward approach to diversity and inclusion ended up being so successful.

Business Problems Get Business Solutions

As Verizon Chairman and then CEO Lowell McAdam told members of the Verizon-owned feminist media collective Makers, “You’re not going to win a complex environment that we are in if you don’t have diversity of thought, diversity of opinion, diversity of experience—and that comes by bringing people of color and women to higher levels of the business.”

His main message? It takes a diverse team to produce products and services that will succeed in an increasingly diverse market. If the moral aspect of D&I weren’t already enough to convince someone of its importance, this approach drives home how imperative it is. And seeing as the lack of diverse and inclusive corporate cultures is a business problem, McAdam and the entire Verizon team came back with a business solution.

How It’s Done: Learning, Listening, And Building New Leaders

Verizon educates its employees on not only the importance of diversity but also its business impact. They’ve rolled out unconscious bias training that helps people challenge their subconsciously-held ideas that might interfere with their ability to see from a different perspective or treat someone respectfully. This helps foster a better environment for its people to work (and a better-run business overall).

But it’s not just about creating the right environment; the only way to ensure the business is adaptable enough is to have diverse leadership. That’s why Verizon’s programs are geared toward developing leaders and innovators from all backgrounds. Verizon offers a 12-month mentor program pairing senior executives, people of color, and women to sharpen the critical management and communications skills required of leadership candidates. They also partner with Women in Technology NY to foster and scout female tech talent.

How did these changes come about? Leadership listened to the team. And one of the best ways for people to share their experiences and improve the culture is through Verizon’s Employee Resource Groups. These groups are an opportunity for people of all backgrounds to dive deep into their communities, network with leadership, and learn. The ERGs are centered around identities and serve communities like women, people of color, LGBT+ people, and way more.

ERGs are also an amazing opportunity to develop professionally through networking, project and event management, and dealing directly with senior leaders to implement change.

And It’s All Working—In A Big Way

With the help of these transformative efforts, Verizon has reached 59 percent employee diversity. They’ve also changed the face of leadership: Women and people of color comprise half of Verizon’s Board of Directors. Plus, they’ve hired more than 11,000 veterans to join the “V Team.”

These numbers are just representations of the story of Verizon, a company that takes the same innovative approach to tech as it does toward corporate culture and team building.

If you want to work for a company that celebrates people and advances technology, then be sure to check out opportunities from Verizon on WayUp right now!

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Technology is truly everywhere. And believe it or not, tractors (and all sorts of agricultural tools and processes) are no exception.

That’s where the folks at John Deere come in.

John Deere is the name in agricultural tech. From the first hand-operated steel plow to the self-directing machine behemoths that tackle farming today, John Deere has always made the best-in-class gear for farmers, landscapers, foresters, and more. And it doesn’t stay that way by resting on its laurels. The world of agritech is far more complicated and exciting than you might ever have imagined.

To get a better look at innovation within the company, we spoke to one of their innovation leaders, Julian Sanchez. He’s a career technologist and serial innovator who specializes in user experience and the digital space. Given his prior background in medical device tech and aviation, John Deere might seem like a strange fit for him—but Julian thinks it’s what helps him succeed in his role.

The ‘Magic’ Test For Self-Driving Tractors

“John Deere sits right on the cusp of Old World and New World,” Julian says. “What I mean by that we are still a manufacturing company, we are still making big iron machines, you’ve got to get that right. But here we are trying to digitize agriculture, construction, forestry, and even lawn-care,” he says.

And most of those digital solutions that Julian is working on have to do with automation. “We’re in a business where automation is a key part of our future, and in the journey toward that goal, we keep introducing subsystems that are automated. We are heavily focused on making sure we get the user experience and connectivity of those solutions right,” Julian says.

That means helping tractors, combines, and way, way more get better at recognizing the task of the farmer and the function that they fill with less input from the operator. “We should be able to tell that our customer is at the fields with a planter with a certain type of seed at a certain time of year. They shouldn’t have to enter data every single time,” Julian explains.

And that’s a goal that they’ve made massive strides toward. But it’s not just interface tools that they’re working on. A lot of the space-age dreams of agritech have already been realized. Yes, we’re talking about machines that do manual labor largely without humans operating them.

“You know, tractors already drive themselves,” Julian says. “So we’ve already achieved that element of the sci-fi world. There’s even a combine that can pretty much adjust itself and attain an optimal setting in a lot of fields.”

To Julian and millions of John Deere customers, this stuff is truly incredible.

“I would say at least half of the work I’m doing, it feels like magic. And that’s kind of the measure I use to tell whether something is really innovation: If the first time you see it, you just smile and think, ‘This feels like magic!” he says.

The ‘Magic’ Happens All Over

This sort of innovation isn’t restricted to one team or one location, either.

“Innovation happens across the entire company.  I used to work out of our office in Champaign, Illinois, where there’s this ‘Silicon Prairie’ of innovation. In the last three weeks, I moved to our technology center in Germany,” Julian says.

“We have a number of innovation centers around the world: Several locations in the United States and across the globe, including the one that I’m working out of now in Germany, and our San Francisco labs,” he says. The last one, Julian tells us, is particularly exciting, as its work relates primarily to the Blue River group, an agritech firm John Deere recently acquired.

“There are a number of nodes of innovation, but the purpose of the San Francisco center is to give us access to the ideas and the talent in Silicon Valley. That lab has a special link to the Blue River group, which is an acquisition we made thinking about advancing our capabilities and our expertise levels in the areas of artificial intelligence,” he says.

“We’re certainly excited about some of the work that Blue River has in the pipeline. They had been working on a variety of systems to detect and spray weeds in a very precise manner, so that’s still the core of the technology that they’re developing.”

Their See & Spray technology—the project that Julian referred to—uses the exact kind of decision-making technology that John Deere hopes to utilize across the business in other automation efforts.

The Right Culture To Back It All Up

So, from Silicon Valley to Silicon Prairie (and even to Germany), John Deere’s people innovate all over. But how do they sustain this? The company culture doesn’t leave anyone out of the loop. As Julian says, it’s a whole company effort, which makes the experience that much more meaningful.

“The fact that the company is going through this transformation really exposes everyone to it. So, it’s not just a small group of us working behind closed doors on some magical thing that gets revealed,” he says.

“From a technical standpoint, that involves everyone. Even if you’re an entry-level manufacturing engineer, you’re going to have some interaction with the manufacturability of one of our vehicles that now needs to double or triple the number of sensors that go on it,” he says.

Innovation, Julian stresses, even impacts spaces beyond engineering.

“If you’re in the supply management space, you’re going to deal with a whole new set of suppliers—ones we’ve never dealt with before—who supply a whole new set of sensors for automotive. If you’re in the finance group, you’re going to have to figure out what the tax implications are of offering digital services,” he explains.

So, what makes John Deere different in tech?

“There are certainly other businesses that have already branded themselves ‘technology companies.’ They may have a stronger brand as a tech company. But guess what? You’re going to go to some of those companies, and you’re going to sit on the bench,” Julian says.

“But if you come to John Deere—because we are literally in the middle of that transformation and will be for a while—you can be right in the game. I’ve personally hired, through my organization, a few dozen people into John Deere. And I don’t think that I have failed to deliver on that promise to any of the people that have come in.”

Pretty cool, right?

Find your tech future at John Deere. They’re hiring now on WayUp!

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Hard to believe it’s October 2018 already. But here we are. And here you are. Maybe you’re starting your search for the perfect Spring 2019 or Summer 2019 internship. Or maybe you’re still looking for your first full-time job after graduating (congratulations, by the way). No matter what your situation is, you can find your next position on WayUp.

WayUp features all the best companies hiring their next classes of interns, recent grads, and even some people a little more experienced than that. Whether you’re looking to get your foot in the door or climb farther up the ladder, these employers are providing all sorts of opportunities. From writing ads and making lattes to calculating risk and even walking dogs as a side hustle, you can find all types of jobs at one of the companies on this list.

Here are 33 companies hiring interns and recent graduates for full-time roles in October 2018. Just click on the company’s name to learn fun facts, watch videos, read articles, and—of course—check out amazing internship and job opportunities.

Happy hunting!

1. Citi

2. Apex

3. Nasdaq

4. Deutsche Bank

5. Under Armour

6. Northern Trust

7. Verizon

8. Nielsen

9. Thermo Fisher Scientific

10. Starbucks

11. TEKsystems

12. Varsity Tutors

13. Avanade

14. Ferguson

15. T-Mobile

16. Belden

17. Rover.com

18. BlackRock

19. Travelers

20. The TJX Companies

21. Target

22. Johnson & Johnson

23. Dell

24. UPS

25. Lockheed Martin

26. Parcel

27. L’Oréal

28. MassMutual

29. Unilever

30. EY

31. McDonald’s Corporation

32. Enterprise Holdings

33. Fidelity

Don’t see your dream company on this list? Explore our Top Companies page and see who else is hiring!

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Over the past few years, cryptocurrencies have gone from a hopeless meme to an emerging trend drawing reactions from markets and governments around the world. But while most business behemoths have kept crypto-related tech at arm’s length, that doesn’t mean they aren’t willing to learn from some of the technologies that are associated—though not interconnected—with it.

One such innovative firm is Northern Trust. The global financial institution has recently employed the blockchain technology used by cryptos and launched the first-ever blockchain-based ledger for private equity. What, exactly, is that? It’s a cutting-edge software tool that shifts the method of recording and verifying financial transactions, particularly complex ones, in ways that can save time and money.

To better understand Northern Trust’s culture of innovation, we spoke to Arijit Das, IT Developer and Blockchain technology expert at the company.

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What Is The Blockchain? 

If you’re interested in finance, tech, or business, you’ve probably heard about blockchain before. A blockchain is a shared record, in which all data kept is universally standardized and unchangeable (without leaving a trail, at least) for the participants. This decentralized method of data storage is, theoretically, unhackable, because there’s no single server or unit to breach and tamper with. (Hence the “chain.”)  A completely separate technology from cryptocurrency, blockchain technology is a tool that forward-thinking Fin-Tech firms are increasingly finding new and innovative uses for.

“The way we see blockchain benefitting us right now, is more along its functions as a distributed ledger technology,” Arijit says. “It benefits the business by sharing data in a trusted manner between the different parties.”

The most interesting aspect of this tech, Arijit stresses, is that it tells you which data you can trust. This alone puts Northern Trust in the lead when it comes to security. But there are other substantial business benefits as well.

As Arijit explains, ledgers have always been an essential but very complicated aspect of the banking business. Both investors and firms need to have a clear record of who took what from whom, and both parties have fallen victim to error and dishonesty in the past. Even with the advent of digital record-keeping and the internet, ledgers have been difficult to keep both secure and consistent among all parties.

In the past, parties involved in transactions were forced to rely on outside partners like government agencies or contractors to verify information. This process, however, was expensive and slow. Blockchain eliminates this necessity, enabling Northern Trust to be a much nimbler partner for its clients.

That’s why, even in an industry where the game has been changed quite a few times, blockchain stands out as such a game-changer: It automates processes that people couldn’t previously trust programming to handle.

How To Deal With The Data Deluge

Given the obsession we as a society have with data and its collection, it might be surprising to learn that one of the biggest problems with big data is that we don’t know what to do with it.

“Ninety percent of the world’s data was created in the last two years,” Arijit says. “And only about 0.5 percent of that data is actually used.”

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And thanks to things like the growing network of smart devices, satellites, and applications, the amount of data will only continue to expand.

“It’s very dangerous to have data [that] has dubious sources. We all know what happens when things like that occur,” Arijit says. “As data proliferates all over the world, it’s essential that we have some means of tracking problems and tracking where it originates from and whether it’s trusted. And blockchain provides you with a technology to be able to do that.”

The Future Of Banking: Robotics, AI, And The Blockchain “Ecosystem”

There’s more than just blockchain tech being developed at Northern Trust. “We’re also very active in leveraging things like robotics and artificial intelligence,” Arijit says. “We have several programs going on where we’re looking at utilizing AI to predict certain data or certain patterns.”

According to Arijit, AI can have a profound impact on the banking industry, where being the first to analyze minute shifts in data can mean either capitalizing on big opportunities or protecting yourself against losses.

“We’re also using some of the new big data techniques. We’ve got specialist big data tools from Silicon Valley startups. We’ve got big data processing facilities and technologies,” Arijit says.

On top of all that, they also have a new UX design lab dedicated to maximizing the ease and effectiveness of the user experience.

It’s this unique mix of creative, technical, and financial experts that makes Northern Trust an extremely versatile company—both as a business and as an employer. And it’s this innovative culture that enables Northern Trust’s employees to find and create new roles for themselves, all without ever leaving the company.

If you’re interested in working at the corner of finance and innovation, then check out open positions at Northern Trust—they’re hiring on WayUp now!

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Banking: It’s the oldest industry in the modern world—but it’s also the one that’s been transformed the most by technology.

You can attribute this evolution to the rise of Financial Technology (FinTech). It’s one of the economy’s fastest-growing sectors, and it has turned the smartest banks into tech powerhouses.

However, not all banks deploy their tech prowess in the same way. Take Deutsche Bank, which continuously looks for driven and passionate people to join their team. Here’s a look at some of the innovative, impactful work Deutsche Bank’s Tech Team has created.

The DB + Cure Leukaemia Foundation Hackathon

Hackathons are a regular part of a technical team’s development. Why? They’re a great way to get a working prototype of a product off the ground.

Except this time, it wasn’t about making a banking product. It was about improving the lives of leukemia patients.

Deutsche Bank’s chosen method? Devising an app that could connect patients with the Cure Leukaemia Foundation, a charity based in the United Kingdom. They provide resources on everything from self-esteem and mental health support to information on different treatments and diets for patients undergoing treatment. (If you’re curious about the different spellings, it’s because leukemia is spelled “leukaemia” in British English.)

Deutsche Bank is a global company, so they had technical teams from around the world competing to code the best app in only a day’s time. Squads of tech whizzes from Germany, Romania, the UK, Russia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the US worked around-the-clock to create an app built off Deutsche Bank’s dev platform, Fabric.

The final product? An app that could truly change the way people with leukemia live with and respond to the disease.

The winning team was “She Hacks,” who represented Deutsche Bank’s London tech group. The all-female coding team built Sanguine, an app that connects patients based on their symptoms and individual diagnosis to help them cope and stay strong during the treatment process.  This approach helped solve one of the daunting obstacles leukemia patients face: They struggle to find the kind of information that can help them feel “normal” and confident during treatment.

Sanguine uses factors like gender, diagnosis, age, and more to connect patients and demystify the treatment and recovery process. It curates articles and advice from trusted sources in the Cure Leukaemia network, and it also collects their well-being data, which they can choose to share with doctors, family, and friends.

From Charitable To Cutting Edge: Tech At Deutsche Bank

Technologists at Deutsche Bank also make some of the most cutting-edge solutions in FinTech. The bank has a centralized tech advancement center in its native Germany, called The Digital Factory. It serves as a hub for Deutsche Bank’s global tech projects.

Some of these incredible initiatives include a digital currency exchange platform, a mobile payment system, and a multi-banking online hub for clients with complex accounts. Yet another one is the Deutsche Bank Digital Safe (also known as eSafe), which is a highly secure digital platform for sensitive documents, information, passwords, and more. The variety of projects Deutsche Bank technologists work on means they seek experts and rising talent from all types of specialties and backgrounds – making it an excellent place for interns and recent grads to learn more about a certain skill set.

No matter what the project is, though, Deutsche Bank is looking for technologists who create and think with passion. Whether your app changes the way leukemia patients connect with a support network or the way investors access their projected data, the enthusiasm for entrepreneurial thinking and desire to work on outcome-oriented projects remains the same.

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Deutsche Bank techy? Check out fun facts, videos and amazing job opportunities from Deutsche Bank on WayUp today!

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For a lot of the most exclusive companies, it’s recruiting season. That means coming out to Career Fairs, Job Fairs, panels, networking events, coffee chats, and way more. Top companies are doing everything they can to get on campus and meet with top talent.

But there’s only so much time to look for great talent—which is why you have to make yourself easy to find.

Here’s how to stand out at a Career Fair, networking event, or any other in-person, professional opportunity.

1. Research, Plan, Strategize

One of the best ways to succeed at a Career Fair or networking event is to do your homework. Here’s some of the stuff you’re going to want to find out:

• Who’s going to be there
• Basic info on the companies showing up
• What sorts of roles they hire for

This info will help you make your top ten or top five list, which is a good way to set goals. For example, I’m going to put my resume in—at least—the hands of recruiters from eight of my top ten companies.

Learn a little bit about each company: what they do, how big they are, and what kinds of roles they hire for. This way, you can know whether or not they’re right for your experience, skills, and long-term goals.

2. Come Prepared

You want to look cool, calm, and collected at a Career Fair (or any other event), so pack and dress accordingly.

In terms of dress, you want to look nice, but not naive or tactless, so dress accordingly (check out the “Networking Guru” outfit in this interview/event style guide). Make sure you follow event-specific dress codes (if there are any). You don’t want to be uncomfortable or overly sweaty, and given that these usually take place in crowded conference halls or gymnasium-type places, that can be a risk when wearing a heavy suit or jacket. So, avoid the three-piece, wool suit and opt for a “smart casual” look instead. A nice button-down or blouse and dark jeans are usually entirely acceptable.

Don’t bring too much to a Career Fair or networking event. You’ll look silly carrying around an over-stuffed backpack or a pulling a resume out of a huge bunch of papers. Just bring a small bag (if any), a folder or leather folio containing copies of your resume, and yourself.

3. Make The Transactions

You want to make a genuine connection with your interviewers, but at the end of the day, going to a  Career Fair or networking event is all about the “next steps.” And the only way to move on to the next phase of the process is to take action while you’re there. Here’s what you need to do:

After making a polite, enthusiastic first impression, listening to their spiel, and telling them what you’re passionate about, give them a copy of your resume and ask for a business card. Let them know you’re going to follow up and you look forward to connecting and learning more. If they give out any other next steps (like “go to this website” or “submit an app through our system”), then be sure that you do that before you reach out.

It’s great to connect with recruiters as a fellow human being, but at the end of the day, it’s going to be hard for them to really remember each person they’ve talked to and what they’re about. That’s why you need to get your resume in their hands and their business card in your wallet.

The same goes for you: You might not remember the details of every conversation at the end of the event or the day, so make sure you take notes somewhere about the important details, conversational highlights, and any specific actions you need to take. (Pro-tip: Don’t take notes while talking to the recruiter, rather, use their business card as a place to jot down key talking points to help jog your memory later on.)

4. Follow Up With Action Items

After you’ve successfully completed the above three steps, you’re going to want to follow up with the recruiter you spoke to at the event. Be sure to touch on anything specific you may have noted like a personal detail you remember about them or a website/application they told you to check out.

Things to do in your follow-up:

• Thank them for their time
• Tell them it was nice meeting them
• Include an interesting personal detail to stand out
• Let them know you submitted an app and look forward to hearing from them
• If there’s no app, try to ask an insightful question or for specific advice to establish a rapport

Avoid doing stuff like this:

• Sounding like a template (if it reads like a generic response, it is and they won’t care about your follow-up)
• Being awkward, unprofessional, or try too hard to be funny (it’s a business transaction)
• Asking them questions that you can easily have answered on their website or Wikipedia (it’s okay to ask some questions, but you don’t want to seem unintelligent or unresourceful)

The follow-up email is an excellent touch of professionalism, which is one of the few traits you can actually demonstrate in this type of limited interaction, so don’t waste this opportunity.

One Small Step For You, One Giant Leap At A Career

None of these steps take much effort on your part. However, any one of them can end up being a major signal to recruiters that you’re a person who is prepared for the working world. One of these tips could help demonstrate that you’re ready for the big leagues of a major internship or full-time, post-grad gig.

So, be thoughtful about your next Career Fair or networking event, and you might just end up with a job that starts an amazing career.

For more recruiting, interviewing, and application tips, check out the WayUp Guide.

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Where does jewelry design meet thermal engineering?

Dell, of course.

It can be easy to see tech giants through the lens of their most popular products. However, when it comes to Dell, there’s a lot more going on than you might realize. Dell employs thousands of people all over the world who work on projects affecting everything from how we watch movies and play games to how we should handle e-waste and treat veterans with PTSD.

Here are five things you never would have guessed Dell employees are doing every day.

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1. Turning Computer Chips Into Cufflinks

It might seem weird that a company that builds so many computers would be involved in tearing them apart. But that’s just what Dell’s doing with their gold (and other precious metals) recycling program.

Gold mining can be extremely damaging to the environment and electronics are one of the biggest customers for the business. Dell alone uses roughly 7,000 pounds of gold in its products every year. That’s where the geniuses behind the Dell recycling program (see #4) come in.

According to their experts, there’s more gold in a ton of motherboards than there is in a ton of gold ore. Re-harvesting this gold so it can be put back into use ends up creating 99 percent less pollution than normal mining. It also leads to some very interesting outcomes.

For example, take the Dell x Nikki Reed partnership. It uses Dell-recycled gold to make rings, earrings, and cufflinks designed by the former Twilight star and environmental activist.

What better way to put your environmental science or engineering experience to use than to save the environment and make cool jewelry?

2. Becoming A VR Guru

Gary Radburn is the director of Commercial AR/VR at Dell, or, as he is more commonly known, the VR Guru.

Radburn works with Dell’s team to make sure that their computers are powerful enough to handle the demands of 21st century Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality. This includes Dell-made VR tech that’s used to treat war veterans with PTSD, showcase the impact of climate change on the environment, and—of course—play/watch the next generation of VR games and movies.

3. Combining Art + Activism

Storytelling can be a powerful way of getting your message out. And Dell’s message is that our society needs to take more responsibility for the impacts of technology. One such story Dell told was through the work of “artivist” Benjamin Von Wong.

Known for his work on viral videos and photography, Von Wong took advantage of Dell’s superb electronics recycling program (see #4) in order to create beautiful sculptures and images depicting the relationship of human beings to technology.

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And that’s just one example. Dell employees collaborate with other artists and ambassadors, including the actor Adrian Grenier and world-class sailboat racers, to promote Dell’s message of sustainability, ethics, and user-friendly tech.

4. Taking Out The World’s Biggest Trash Problem

Computers, printers, screens, and everything in between are the most important pieces of technology in the world. So, it’s no wonder that when an innovation is made or a new model is released, we want to get our hands on it. However, that means a lot of electronics equipment is turned into trash or e-waste.

Dell has the largest e-waste recycling program in the world. This initiative includes not only the type of artistic endeavors above but also the reuse of materials in newer models of computers, printers, and other gadgets. Joining this team at Dell means contributing to a cleaner, more efficient world.

5. Using Mars Rover Parts To Make Cooler Laptops

Whether or not the phrase “thermal engineering” gets you going, it’s hard not to be amazed by the tech behind Dell’s latest round of XPS notebooks.

Engineers at Dell took the same Gore liner that’s used on actual spacecraft like the Mars Rover—in addition to jackets and sneakers—in order to make the literal coolest laptops on the market (temperature and otherwise). The material in question has, according to Dell, the lowest conductivity known to man. As Forbes put it, “So many companies are always abusing the phrase ‘space age technology.’ Well, Dell’s definitely backing it up.”

Want to work for a company that is constantly pushing the boundaries of technology, innovation, and science? Dell is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply!

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Diversity is only one part of a great company culture. Another element that goes hand-in-hand with it—one that is arguably even more important—is inclusion.

The team at John Deere had a feeling that Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) wasn’t just about putting the right holidays on the work calendar and making sure they had a diverse team. D&I, they believed, is about developing an organization that rallies people from all backgrounds and with different interests around projects that matter to them.

That’s what John Deere does with its Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Here’s a look at how these groups have made diversity and inclusion THRIVE at John Deere—one of the world’s oldest and most established agricultural tech firms.

To find out more, we spoke to their ERG Manager, Emmanuel Rivera. He told us all about what ERGs mean to him and the rest of the John Deere team.

What Are ERGs?

At John Deere, ERGs are company-sponsored, employee-run organizations formed around a common dimension of diversity, shared interest, or experience that affects the workplace. For example, WomenREACH’s ERG supports the personal and professional development of women by providing leadership, education, networking and community outreach opportunities.

For John Deere, ERGs provide a space for people to come together and use their combined experience and expertise to create an environment of inclusion.

“They have a unique ability to bring people from a cross-section of backgrounds together around a common mission,” Emmanuel explains. “The relationships and the connections that people make provide tremendous benefits for both the employees and the organization. ERGs connect people across functions, across units, across divisions, and even across time zones globally.”

This is especially important for John Deere, which, according to Emmanuel, is a relationship-based company. “ERGs play an integral role in being a natural mechanism for allowing that to take place,” he says.

We’ve all heard of employee groups before, but what do the ones at John Deere do differently? They’re not just social clubs, Emmanuel says. The ERGs at John Deere are made of leaders who drive real change in the organization. ERGs are true change agents that help support attracting, retaining and developing top diverse talent.

Leaders Are Made (And Recognized)

“If you do become a truly engaged member, you have an opportunity to develop in a way that your functional job might not allow you to,” Emmanuel says. “For employees with individual contributor type roles, those who take on leadership roles have an opportunity to lead teams, to and influence without authority amongst other things, competencies and skillsets that translate well into future roles of increased responsibility.”

Because ERGs are places for people to connect around different cultural dynamics and challenges affecting the workplace, they’re also where management is listening to get genuine feedback. Transformative initiatives come from ERGs. When you have a voice in the ERGs at John Deere, you’re heard by leaders at every level.

This is particularly exciting for people early in their careers—and interns—because you can take on leadership roles without having to wait for a promotion. This, in turn, can really help with showcasing ERG leaders’ ability to lead, influence and add value to the business, behaviors that when demonstrated could actually support securing that promotion.

“It’s invaluable experience,” Emmanuel says. “You can put events together, manage projects and budgets—the development that comes with ERGs accelerates your personal and professional development in a way that can’t be reproduced.”

This kind of opportunity for leadership benefits everyone—from the employee fresh out of college who’s hungry for experience to the most senior executive who can have faith that their D&I initiatives are coming from the ground up.

Now that’s running (a company) like a (John) Deere.

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There are two things you probably remember from your high school biology class:

1) Mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell.

2) Proteins are the building blocks of the body.

So, it’s fair to say proteins are important. And as a scientist, being able to better understand the shape and nature of a protein means medicine, evolutionary history, and all kinds of discoveries are suddenly at your fingertips. That’s why cryo-electron microscopy is so important—it lets scientists see proteins and other tiny particles in entirely new and novel ways.

It’s so important, in fact, that three scientists—Jacques Dubochet, Joachim Frank, and Richard Henderson—were recently awarded the Nobel Prize for breakthroughs in the technology.

But how does cryo-electron microscopy actually make it into the hands of researchers around the world? Somebody needs to perfect and sell it. And that’s where employees at Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, come in.

Wasabi Spice Detector: How It Works

Essentially, the process works in three steps. The first is freezing the proteins (hence the “cryo” part). Regular electron microscopy only works if the proteins are stiff enough to actually pin down and capture. But that’s exceedingly difficult to do with the kinds of microscopic organisms scientists want to study. Why? They can be too “floppy” to handle unless they’re frozen. This technology eliminates that problem.

Once frozen, these proteins or other organisms are then blasted with electrons and their image is captured thousands of times. Finally, an algorithm takes the images and assembles them to create a 3-D model.

What have scientists been able to better understand thanks to cryo-electron microscopy and the vivid imagery it generates? Among other breakthroughs, they’ve gained insights into how the Zika Virus functions, how our circadian rhythm works, and why wasabi tastes so spicy.

Let’s dive into that last one a little bit more.

As the National Institute of General Medical Sciences explains, the TRPA1 protein is responsible for that kick you taste when you bite into a helping of wasabi. (It’s actually known as the wasabi receptor.)

This protein essentially pokes tiny holes in the membranes of sensory nerve cells. When we eat something like wasabi, these pores open up, triggering “a warning response that we feel as a tingling or burn,” according to the NIGMS. Though it’s useful in detecting spiciness, this small protein packs a surprising amount of punch: Its primary function is to notify the body of pain. As such, having a better understanding of the TRPA1 protein could potentially lead to all sorts of medical advancements in the field of pain management.

How This Can Be Used to Save Lives

Understanding the curves and crevices of a molecule means that researchers can design drugs that fit into them, break them apart, and maybe even put them back together better than before. That’s why the innovators behind cryo-electron microscopy techniques won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.

Scientists working throughout the 20th and 21st centuries collectively invented the technique of cryo-electron microscopy. But only in Thermo Fisher’s laboratories did that technology actually become a widely available product that could be deployed to create new pain management drugs, cancer treatments, vaccines, and other treatments. Thermo Fisher’s groundbreaking research and innovative employees made those groundbreaking discoveries possible. It’s Thermo Fisher’s commitment to its customers that makes this all possible.

With the largest investment in research and development in the industry, Thermo Fisher empowers its employees to take innovative ideas and turn them into life-saving products. And it has an equally important impact on its clients: The work done at Thermo Fisher gives other scientists the ability to perform the kinds of innovative research that can fundamentally affect the lives of people across the globe.

And it’s not just scientists, either. Supply-chain professionals, marketers, salespeople, and even writers are all an important part of making sure amazing discoveries turn into amazing results.

Interested in learning more? Thermo Fisher is hiring now on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply!

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If there’s one thing you should know about Recruiters, it’s this: They are sales people in the truest sense of the word.

It’s also helpful to know that Recruiters match their clients (businesses looking to fill open positions) with their users (candidates and job-seekers like you).

Sales is a lucrative, competitive field that plays an essential role in driving revenue and profitability for all companies. However, it can also be a very difficult industry to break into without taking low-paying, slow-moving, entry-level positions.

That’s why taking advantage of opportunities in Recruiting is an excellent way to break into the industry with style. Here are four reasons why working in Recruiting is the best way to start your career in sales—and in general, too!

1. The Hardest Product To Sell Is Someone’s Future

When you work as a Recruiter, it’s about more than just selling someone or some company a product they’re going to use. It’s about selling people on a potential version of themselves.

Working at a leading Staffing and Recruiting firm like Apex means you’re going to get a ton of experience. You’ll have clients demanding talent with incredible skills and experience in diverse fields like backend programming and structural engineering. And while they’re the experts in their respective industries, you’re the expert when it comes to finding the right fit. But doing that is often tricky, according to Apex Corporate Recruiter Casey Weickgenannt.

“In recruiting, your product is people. And people can be very unpredictable,” she says.

It’s in this way that Recruiting poses the ultimate sales challenge: The stakes are higher than they ever are with a non-human product. I mean, is any product more involved in your life than your job? It’s essentially sales times two! You have to sell to the talent and to the employer. Every. Single. Time.

How’s that for sales experience?

2. You’ll Understand (And Enjoy) The Money Motivation

Recruiting is a sales position in many ways. But perhaps the most important one is that performance is motivated by a lucrative commission system.

At companies like Apex, Recruiters are rewarded with incentive bonuses and commission structures that can have a huge impact on compensation. For every contract a client of yours signs with a candidate, you get a commission based on the salary of the position you filled. This means people who excel in sales environments will be able to make as much as they can—and right away.

Learning to work with this kind of pay structure is an essential element of any sales career. Having the pot of gold at the end of the proverbial rainbow is a system that has formed all of the world’s greatest salespeople into the executives they are today.

3. You’ll Learn The Gold Standard Of Sales Strategies  

If you’re interested in this career path, then you’ve probably heard the term “Inside Sales.” Yet you might not actually know what it means.

As Weickgenannt explains, “Recruiting is an Inside Sales position. With Recruiting, you’re showing job seekers how using Apex is beneficial.”

Inside Sales refers both to the fact that you work inside company property—contacting clients and candidates remotely—and the strategy of high-volume, highly involved contacts with clients. In Recruiting, your ultimate goal is to improve your client’s company and the candidate’s career by facilitating the perfect match. If you’ve done it well, both sides are equally happy.

Once you have experience with this, there’s no sales job that’s out of reach for you.

4. You’re Training (A Lot) With The Best

As a recent graduate or job-seeking senior, you probably know that most positions in sales either require professional experience or place you in an incredibly junior starting position. If you’re looking to get your career going ASAP, that probably doesn’t work for you.

At Apex, however, you’ll start with weeks of intensive training on the most important angles of the business, including interacting with clients, qualifying prospects, establishing contact, and closing deals. Apex particularly uses mentorship and bootcamp-style training sessions in order to get you ready to begin Recruiting—and therefore selling—as efficiently as possible.

Interested in getting your sales career started? Apex is hiring on WayUp now, so check out their open positions and apply!

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If you’re like most people and your boss told you, “I think it’s time you got a new job,” then your first reaction would probably be to totally lose it. But if you worked at Northern Trust, a Chicago-headquartered global financial services giant, then you’d know that changing jobs is just a part of the company culture.

At Northern Trust, there’s no such thing as getting stuck in a rut. They don’t only allow you to change teams, departments and business units—they encourage it. This means you can continue to grow and learn in a meaningful way, long after you’ve passed the internship phase of your career.

Here are three job-switching success stories that demonstrate the power of changing lanes.

HANNA, Scrum Master On The Blockchain Project: Finding The Tech In “Fin-Tech”

Though Hanna was a finance major in college, she didn’t know exactly what in finance she wanted to do. But after getting her first post-grad job at Northern Trust, she was able to find her way to the business-meets-tech role that she occupies now, all thanks to their flexibility.

“I kind of did a weird roundabout into tech. I was in financial reporting for a little. I was in the project management office for a little bit. I’ve already gotten to see different aspects and departments of Northern Trust in a short amount of time!” she says.

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“It was nice that there was flexibility, and I was able to find a department where I thought my skillset aligned. Where I ended up excelling was in a liaison role between business and tech,” she says.

Getting a new job at Northern Trust wasn’t a punishment—it was something she chased down in pursuit of an even more fulfilling role. And it wasn’t just promotion-hunting, either. “It’s not always about climbing upward,” Hanna says. “It’s about finding a role where you can develop professionally and diversify your career path.”

After being exposed to multiple positions during her time at Northern Trust, Hanna found a challenge that brought out the best in her—to everyone’s benefit.

SHAREE, Client Services Rep: From Customer Service To The Investment Track

Sharee started as an intern at Northern Trust. So, for her, getting a new job at the company has always meant moving up. After graduation, she was hired as a Client Services Representative, taking calls from clients to help them sort out any questions or issues they had. This summer, she moved onto the Investments Track of the Northern Trust Rotational Development Program.

“The skills I picked up—teamwork, being able to anticipate clients’ needs, background knowledge from private equity—helped me transition to my current role,” she says. She credits her success not only to the skills she acquired along the way but also to the relationships she made.

After connecting with her peers and mentors, Sharee learned what it took to move up into this new role, which made the process more straightforward and transparent.

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The flexibility of Northern Trust’s corporate structure allowed Sharee to build the skills she needed to genuinely advance her career. It also gave her the satisfaction of well-earned success. “Moving from [being an] intern to being in a full-time position made me feel proud,” she says.

IVAN, Rotational Development Program Credit Track: The Teenager-Turned-Banker

Ivan started as an intern, too—when he was in high school.

Tons of companies pay lip service to the idea that they invest in their employees’ potential. But few companies can say they truly take you from point A to point Z (and beyond) like Northern Trust has with Ivan (and many others).

Though while growing up he wanted to be a doctor, Ivan says that working with Northern Trust “definitely opened up my eyes.” After that, Ivan knew that he wanted to study something related to finance. On that front, his mentors at the company even helped him pick his college major.

In the time since, Ivan has tackled a handful of positions at the firm that rounded out his education. Now he’s right where he wants to be on the credit track. His moves were fast, but, he says, he’s been prepared for them. “I’m not surprised by anything I’m currently doing in my role,” he explains. “But taking a step back at my entire journey, what’s surprising is Northern Trust’s willingness to work with me on identifying what I actually want to do.”

For Northern Trust, Investment Is More Than Just A Banking Term

If an employer constantly challenges you to get new skills, it’s an excellent sign that it’s a firm that wants you to stay for the long haul. But it’s no wonder that a company that has guided people like Ivan and Sharee since high school and college is so open to letting them build skills. At Northern Trust, they know that the talent they bring in can and will become the future leaders of the company—especially when you give them the opportunity to get there.

Want to work for a company that invests in its employees? Northern Trust is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply now!

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There is an incredible diversity of cultures, locales, and languages across the globe. Yet that same diversity is what makes it so difficult for many international businesses to figure out how to tap into far-flung opportunities.

Identifying how money might enrich those myriad markets, though, is exactly the business of OppenheimerFunds. The tricky nature of designing investment solutions that work throughout the world is why they hire so many passionate learners and experts.

Here’s a quick look at the strategy behind how the innovative investment leader operates beyond borders in a global economy.

Investment Challenging Borders

“Global trade occurs at the speed of light,” says OF’s Chief Investment Officer Krishna Memani. “There are opportunities in countries and markets all over the world.” That, he says, is why you can’t box your thinking into one country’s way of doing business.

But you can’t just snap your fingers and suddenly become successful outside of the United States and other Western financial markets, either. You need to be knowledgeable about each of the different cultures and their needs. OppenheimerFunds has a strategy in place for this, too.

“Companies that operate in different countries have different cultures. They have different ways of doing business,” Memani says. “You get to be an expert of those markets by visiting those companies, by interacting with them. OppenheimerFunds is special in this regard, because we have been doing this for nearly 60 years.”

For example, the OppenheimerFunds Emerging Markets Innovators Fund invests more than $500 million in businesses and operators in places like South America, Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe. This not only generates new wealth for their clients but also enriches economies around the world to help create better lives for people in all types of situations.

Thinking Bigger Than The Big Apple

“If your portfolio is only focused on what’s happening in New York, then you’re only missing out on what’s happening in 38 other time zones,” Memani says. (That’s a lot of time zones.)

OppenheimerFunds has devoted decades toward becoming a leader among financial institutions when it comes to taking serious bets on emerging market economies. These types of investments have made the firm a trailblazer in asset management and contributed to its global mission and success: The company manages more than $250 billion in assets for more than 13 million clients.

But it wasn’t just profit that fueled OF, Memani stresses. It was the curiosity of the company’s employees, who pushed boundaries as they sought to test what they could achieve and how they might operate in new markets. “It’s that curiosity that leads us to innovative ideas,” he says. It also serves as the foundation for forward-thinking projects like the Oppenheimer Fundamental Alternatives fund, which scours the Earth for technological and business innovators to power portfolio growth.

“Innovation can come from Calcutta just as it can from Silicon Valley,” he says.

According to OppenheimerFunds, that’s how you beat borders: You think beyond them. The reward for doing so is versatility, improving the world beyond your sights, and—of course—beating the market to the next big profit source.

Think you can beat the market? So do they.

So much of what OppenheimerFunds does is about getting and processing the right information before anyone else can. That means they hire a diverse group of people, from data whizzes to communications experts. What characteristics do they share? They’re passionate, extremely knowledgeable, and can handle a challenge that races against the clock.

If you think you can spot the next big thing before the market does, then you might be the perfect fit for OF’s transformational investment platform.

Do you want to utilize your passion to shape an investment career? Check out opportunities from OppenheimerFunds on WayUp right now!

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If you hear a name like Dr. Skip Rizzo and think, “That sounds like a guy who uses cutting-edge gaming technology to treat major public health crises,” then you’d be right on the money.

Skip Rizzo And The Fight Against PTSD

That’s right, thanks to Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) tech from Dell, researchers like Dr. Rizzo at the USC Institute for Creative Technologies are able to treat anxiety disorders like PTSD with an entirely new approach.

And that’s not all they’re doing with it.

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Using simulations that both soothe the anxious mind and provide low-risk “immersion” scenarios to help patients process traumatic experiences, medical VR tech and its proponents see a near endless possibility for both engaging the interest of the patient and lowering the costs of top-of-the-line care.

The Painful (And Expensive) Alternatives

In the past, if patients required long hours of immersion and care, this would necessitate the involvement of multiple people, expensive equipment, and a ton of office space. For most people and medical practices, this wasn’t feasible. Treatment would cost too much and doctors, therapists, and nurses would only be able to help a few of their many patients.

Now, thanks to this kind of groundbreaking work, this gold standard of care might be available for people of all incomes and backgrounds.

Dell’s Application of VR and AR

Though you might not have known (until now), Dell has been one of the companies pushing the boundaries of VR tech. As Dell’s resident VR/AR expert Gary Radburn explained, the company has always had faith in VR’s limitless potential: “New ways of using AR and VR have emerged to prove that there is a place for this technology outside of 360 videos and shooting zombies that makes it a far more enduring technology than some of the naysayers at the start made it out to be.”

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This new treatment is the perfect example. One of the key components of any PTSD treatment is getting patients to remember their prior traumatic event without having to relive it. Immersion therapy is the gold standard for accomplishing this. This used to involve verbally and visually them through the traumatic scenario to get them accustomed to remembering it without having to re-experience the horror. This is often a very expensive process, because completing it involves hours of direct contact with doctors, techs, and equipment.

Yet instead of relying on projected images or videos to talk patients through scenarios, professionals leveraging VR/AR tech can more accurately—and effectively—run through these past traumas. Through this interactive method, patients—especially veterans, for whom scenarios can be particularly hard to reproduce—can come face-to-face with their memories in a safe environment. That empowers them to finally start the healing process.

Thanks to Dell’s line of specifically VR-ready equipment, this treatment is not only more effective but also cheaper and more efficient than its clunky counterpart. Dr. Rizzo and Dell are ready for the future of VR. Are you?

If you’re up for the challenge, Dell is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply!

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What makes the perfect internship in finance or tech? Is it the opportunity to receive world-class training? Is it working for a company that operates all over the world? Is it being given the freedom to work with innovators on the next big thing so you can get a head start on industry trends? How about all three—and way, way more?

If you said yes, then you’re in luck, because that’s what you’ll find at Nasdaq’s internship program.

Here’s a look at why a Nasdaq internship is the perfect way to start your career in tech or finance.

1. They Operate On 6 Continents, So You Can Set Yourself Up For A Globetrotting Career

Nasdaq isn’t just a stock exchange in New York City. They’re the primary securities (stocks and bonds) market for major global companies. And they’re especially popular in the technology sector.

That means working for Nasdaq opens the gateway to working in markets all over the world. If you’re interested in a career with exciting opportunities to travel or in working abroad in general, then Nasdaq might be your perfect match.

In an interview with WayUp Co-founder and CEO Liz Wessel, Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman highlighted the range of countries where Nasdaq operates. “We are not only the capital market in the US. We’re the capital market in the Nordics,” she says. “We also provide the technology that powers over a hundred capital markets around the world.”

Nasdaq interns train for a company that operates on six continents, so they’re ready to work anywhere when graduation comes around.

2. Nasdaq Is Bringing Its World-Renowned Technology To The Booming Crypto Marketplace

Finance can be decidedly old-school when it comes to its place in the economy. But Nasdaq, which defines itself as a technology company and markets operator, completely defies that stereotype. This kind of outside-the-box thinking starts with Friedman.

“We are seeing a lot of crypto exchanges trying to become more self-regulated, that they have fair market rules, good technology, and surveillance,” Friedman tells Bloomberg TV. “We are the tech provider to a few of the crypto exchanges and we see an opportunity to provide our market technology and surveillance technology in this space,”

Nasdaq isn’t shying away from what some consider an important development in the future of finance. On that front, they’ve  become a technology partner to several crypto markets, including Gemini, a crypto-firm founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, the Bitcoin investors famously depicted by Armie Hammer in The Social Network.

3. They’re Serial Tech Innovators Always Looking For New Ideas

Their innovations don’t start or stop with crypto, though. They’re working on integrating artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing technologies into their exchange systems (among plenty of other exciting pushes).

If you’re interested in finance, tech, or the intersection of the two fields, then interning at Nasdaq is an amazing opportunity to get experience with an established, big-name company, and to actually prepare yourself for what’s next in finance.

Knowing more about next-gen tech will make you an ideal candidate for important, promotable  roles all over the financial sector.

4. Their Business Practices Govern Nearly Every Financial Market In The World

Nasdaq doesn’t just offer a stocks and bonds market to companies all over the world. They offer financial and business expertise in the form of consulting services. That means, even in places or developing markets where Nasdaq isn’t the primary exchange, their business practices and methods are still the standard.

This is especially true in emerging markets in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Nasdaq’s expertise influences these rich new markets and the way their exchanges do business. That means being trained by Nasdaq is being trained for emerging markets, which makes you an incredibly valuable candidate for future jobs.

5. They Offer So Many Services That You Can Start A Career In Any Specialty

One of the biggest misconceptions about Nasdaq is that they’re just an exchange.

They provide services like investor relations, capital markets technology, commodities and equities, and even more than that. They’re a 360-degree financial markets and business brand. So, if you’re interested in starting a career in consulting, analytics, marketing, technology, account management, sales, and—of course—finance, then Nasdaq might just be the perfect company for your next summer internship.

You can also discover an entirely new passion while working and learning at Nasdaq, according to Friedman. “I think that one of the great things about Nasdaq is that you can find your way into the organization through one group, and move to other parts of the company. But you have to have your own sense of self-reliance, self-starting,” she says.

Think you have what it takes to carve your own path with an innovative finance leader? Check out fun facts, videos, and amazing job opportunities from Nasdaq on WayUp right now!

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From films to finance, New York City gets an inordinate amount of attention when it comes to, well, most things. But here’s the deal: New York is by no means the only city worth moving to and living in. In particular, there are now many more exciting options to develop a world-class financial services career outside of the Big Apple.

Skeptical? Well, have you heard of Chicago? (Trick question, we know you have.)

From world-class museums and restaurants to shopping and cultural attractions, Chicago is a major global city and a finance hub in its own right. The Windy City is home to economic engines like the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade. In fact, financial products prevalent in modern capital markets like futures, derivatives, and options were all invented there. That’s probably why world-renowned business schools such as the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and dozens of international financial institutions choose the city as their home, too.

The largest financial services firm in Chicago is Northern Trust, a global company that serves the world’s most-sophisticated clients—from sovereign wealth funds and the wealthiest families to the most successful hedge funds and corporate brands. Headquartered in Chicago with offices around the world, Northern Trust offers its employees the ability to work for a major brand in finance without having to live in New York. (Though full disclosure: They do have an office in New York and many other US locations.)

We spoke with employees in both their Chicago and Tempe, Arizona, offices to bring you the lowdown on how you can work in finance outside of NYC.

FinTech And Fun Runs in Chicago

Growing up in a nearby suburb, Kristin always felt the pull of Chicago.

So, while studying finance and economics in college, she was thrilled to get an internship with Northern Trust. Signing that offer letter meant she could finally work in the business hub she’d dreamed of, and she wouldn’t even be too far from home.

“I always thought I would end up in Chicago,” she says. “Chicago is a big city, but it’s also small, in a sense, where you can have great connections with the people in your community. Even if it’s just going out to lunch, you might see someone you know.”

When she got hired full-time for Northern Trust’s rotational program in the fall of 2013, Kristin was able to stay in Chicago working at the company’s headquarters. This came with some benefits that a branch office would have lacked, she says. For example, she got to meet with the CFO and was able to work at multiple Chicago offices across different sectors of the business.

Danny, another Northern Trust employee, agrees that his career got a boost by making the move from New York to Chicago. “There are a ton of opportunities to work in financial technology at our office in Chicago,” he says.

But it wasn’t just business that drew Danny to the Windy City. “The food scene in Chicago is absolutely spectacular,” he says. “Chicago’s home to some of the best restaurants in the world and has a diverse selection of cuisines.”

Plus, both he and Kristin said they love being close to Lake Michigan—a lake so “great” that it’s basically an inland oasis, home to harbors, boating, and beaches. Many take advantage of all the Chicago lakefront has to offer including bike paths, team sports, and restaurants. One of the highlights for Kristin, she says, is a yearly charity run by the water in Chicago’s famous Grant Park. This and the many other parks in Chicago are home to festivals and concerts, including Lollapalooza.

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Lakes, Mountains, And Project Management In Tempe, Arizona

Palmira is a Project Manager for Northern Trust. Like Kristin, she also grew up in the Midwest, on the South Side of Chicago. She, too, was lucky enough to score a Northern Trust internship that turned into a full-time job when she graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Now she works out of their office in scenic Tempe, Arizona. Surrounded by mountains and just 20 minutes east of Phoenix, it’s the ideal middle ground for those less interested in the nonstop action of big-city life, but who still have the talent and drive for finance. As Palmira explains, there’s a lot to love about Tempe. “The mountains! I love being able to hike on the weekends,” she says.

The weather in Tempe is bright and sunny all year, with only nine inches of rain and, yes, zero inches of snow. Northern Trust isn’t the only firm to notice this, either: Dozens of other companies keep their headquarters or major offices in Tempe, so there are a ton of people to network and connect with.

In the summer, Palmira says, the heat means you might even get to deviate from the traditional corporate dress code. “We still have a great culture as far as the work environment goes,” she says. “But there are different adventures out here that you can be a part of.”

Whether you’re looking to work on the cutting edge of FinTech or to find your fit as a financial professional, be sure to check out all the exciting opportunities at Northern Trust on WayUp right now!

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Looking back, it might seem like the Allies won World War II without a hitch—but that couldn’t be further from the truth. There were moments when the only thing that stood between victory and loss were the intelligent minds of a few important people. And some of those fine minds could’ve been found at Lockheed Martin’s enigmatic Skunk Works division.

They’ve produced the fastest jets the world has ever seen. They’ve made stealth planes that could fly without being picked up by radar before anyone else could. Today, they work on top-secret technology the public has yet to imagine. But just what is the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works?

Here’s their story and how YOU could actually become a part of one of the world’s most advanced research and engineering teams.

The Skunk Works Story: Saving The Allies From Defeat In WWII

In the heat of the European campaign in WWII, the Nazis unveiled a new technology that put thousands of lives in danger: The ME-262 fighter jet, which was known among troops and engineers as “the Whizzer.”

The Germans were outgunning and outrunning everything the allies had in the skies. There was no time to spare. But nothing in development was even close to ready. The Allies needed an answer and it came in the form of a Lockheed Martin engineer named Kelly Johnson. He had plans to build something unlike anything the world had ever seen—something even faster than the German fighter jets.

The government and Lockheed Martin had a problem, though. Everything was booked. All the money, buildings, factories, and even engineers were entirely occupied producing bombers, engines, and anything else that an all-out war demanded. So, they told Johnson, as one modern Skunk Works engineer described it, you can do it, but with, “No people, no facilities, and no equipment. Good luck!”

Instead of a lab or a dedicated team, Lockheed gave him a tent.

The First Skunk Work

They immediately began work on what would eventually become the Lockheed XP-80 (aka The Shooting Star). Setting a precedent for future Skunk Works projects, the effort was entirely centered around a few simple goals. Whatever they made had to be meaner and faster than the German plane—and it had to be on the battlefield yesterday.

This is where Johnson’s “assume it can be done” mindset came into play. He created an environment where all ideas were legal tender, as long as they contributed to one of those goals. It’s an atmosphere that persists in the Skunk Works today; as the new director of special programs, Renee Pasman, puts it, “When people feel their leadership supports them, they’re more comfortable taking risks.”

And take risks they did. “We’ve built vehicles that we knew were going to crash, because we wanted to explore what was on the edge of the envelope,” says Steve Justice, former director of Skunk Works.

Working in absolute secrecy, Johnson’s team built the Shooting Star. It was faster. It was more agile. And it was ready in 145 days. Luckily, it wasn’t really needed for WWII and was quickly outclassed in the following conflicts. Also luckily, the Skunk Works team was the one outclassing it.

They soon built the SR-71 Stealth Bomber (you know, the one that looks like a spaceship), the Starfire jet, and the world famous F-22 Raptor.

They Still Answer The Call To Innovation

A lot has changed about Skunk Works. Today, they’re an essential part of Lockheed Martin’s operations. Their team is made up of engineers, designers, scientists, physicists, and more who work together to build the next big thing in aviation, whatever it may be. Plus, they’ve upgraded from a tent to a top-of-the-line research and testing facility.

But one thing that hasn’t changed is the Skunk Works philosophy. They still work toward impossible goals in practical ways. Nothing is wasted. Every idea and all people have to buy their way onto the team by showing that what they can do helps make the impossible possible.

Do you think you’ve got what it takes to work on the most advanced team in aeronautics? Check out fun facts, videos, and job opportunities from Lockheed Martin on WayUp right now!

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Good karma is now officially a statistical fact. And you can thank a study conducted by the finance giant MassMutual for that.

We can now say with confidence (perhaps even a 95 percent confidence interval) that, yes, being a good person does have a financial benefit.

Start by crunching the numbers.

The MassMutual 2018 Financial Wellness and Community Involvement Study took a nationally representative sample of 10,000 US adults and asked them questions about their relationships with others, the benefits of those relationships, and their financial confidence.

These questions were asked to challenge the company’s “Live Mutual” philosophy. This revolves around the idea that depending on each other leads to happier, more secure, and fulfilling lives—whether that means trusting someone with a loan or helping your neighbor take in their groceries.

But when you’re a leader in a statistics and data-driven industry you don’t just scream your philosophy from the rooftops. You prove it. This meant putting the full force of one of the country’s leading financial institutions—and its statistics experts—behind a simple question: Does being a good person make you more successful?

And what did the American people have to say? MassMutual—which is the number one writer of whole life policies in the country—found that people involved in their communities, especially their own neighborhoods, were rewarded not only personally but also financially.

Good people make great neighbors.

Do you volunteer? Do you host events? Is your community limited to your group of friends? Or does it include your whole neighborhood? How confident are you in your financial well-being? These types of questions informed the results of a survey that ultimately found there is a strong association between people doing good deeds in their communities and their feeling of financial well-being.

Examples of these good deeds include anything from volunteering at a local food bank to helping a neighbor carry groceries.

Among other findings, MassMutual’s researchers identified differences among age groups in terms of not only the type of involvement they were more likely to perform but also the definitions they have of community.

Older people (73+) are more likely to donate money or time, according to the study. Gen Z and Millennials (anyone 36 or younger), on the other hand, were more likely to host and attend social events.

Why the differences? There’s still more work for MassMutual employees to do in order to better understand these disparate views. However, it may have to do with the different definitions of community, most of which listed geography and many of which included culture, values, and lifestyle.

They make even better employees (probably).

So, what gives?

Well, people who do good deeds and care about the well-being of others are more likely to: 1) Be positive about the future. 2) Have more faith in those around them to help them out in a tough situation.

This positivity affects everything from believing in their own ability to accomplish long-term goals to having more confidence about the stability of their job (both of which are major factors in someone’s financial outlook). Essentially, wholesome, trusting people can inspire similar traits in those around them—so they’re not as worried about their future.

The best news is, there’s plenty of goodness to go around. About half of all people who responded said that they were involved with their neighborhoods. The MassMutual team summarized it this way:

“Those who place a premium on community involvement have unexpected benefits, with approximately six in 10 being either comfortable or confident in their current and future financial well-being.”

How’s that for living mutual?

Want to start a career with an innovative company that does amazing things like this? MassMutual is hiring on WayUp, so check out their open positions and apply now!

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Diversity is more than just hiring the right slate of candidates. Building a truly diverse team is about having an inclusive environment that allows people of all backgrounds, experiences, and points-of-view to do their best work. And it’s more than just creating a great environment for your team—it’s about making an impact in the world around you.

That’s what you’ll find at TEKsystems, an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application.

The Ripple Effect Of Diversity In Recruiting

Recruiters are, in many ways, Consultants. They not only find and source candidates for their corporate clients but also make assessments and recommendations. That means Recruiters work on the frontlines of actually making diversity happen.

Challenging your own biases and presenting all candidates fairly to your clients is one of the most important responsibilities you have as a Recruiter. And that’s one of the best parts about it: When you’re doing the right thing as a Recruiter, you’re just doing your job well.

And the impact this can have is obvious: A diverse, well-trained team at a company like TEKsystems means there will be more diverse, well-crafted teams at the thousands of companies they work with.

Making Diversity Work At TEKsystems

TEKsystems knows diversity is extraordinarily essential for a successful recruiting team, so they don’t take an ordinary approach to making it happen.

They partner with Historically Black Colleges & Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and FindSpark to help source the best talent. They also use merit-based competitions and conferences like the National Sales Network Student Conference and the National Diversity Case Competition to help find people who are passionate about sales and recruiting.

But that’s just assembling the team. They also commit serious resources toward making it work in practice.

At TEKsystems, you can come as yourself from day one. Leadership knows that no training is complete without teaching everyone to respect people’s lifestyles and viewpoints and use differences as strengths. Those are essential Recruiter skills, and they’re essential people skills, too.

And it doesn’t stop after onboarding. Every training, professional development program, and opportunity for growth is informed by that philosophy. People who succeed at recruiting usually succeed at being great co-workers, too.

There are also opportunities to connect with your communities at TEKsystems. The company is home to a myriad of employee resource groups like Women@TEK, Pride@TEK, NextGen@TEK, and way more where people of any background can network with senior leadership, talk about their experiences, and influence change in the organization.

TEKsystems is built from the top down for people who are looking to help others while helping themselves, too. It’s what makes them a great company and what makes them an amazing employer, too.

The most successful Recruiters seek out everyone’s strengths and identify talent and potential in people. Sound like you? Check out fun facts, videos, job opportunities, and more from TEKsystems on WayUp right now!

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It’s 3 AM, you’re studying for finals, and…

…you want ice cream. Now.

Lucky for you, in the year 2018, that’s not a problem. Head to any 24-hour convenience store and you won’t find just any frozen deliciousness on the shelves, you’ll find the (ice) cream of the crop: Ben & Jerry’s.

We’re talking Americone Dream. We’re talking Cherry Garcia. We’re talking—the absolute Holy Grail—Half-Baked. It’s all there. And it’s easy to forget that people are behind the scenes, making it all happen.

So, if you do ever wonder how it got there AND why it’s always there when you want it, we found your answer. We spoke to Kamree, the man with a plan (for getting you your ice cream). He’s a Customer Service Analyst at Unilever, the company that makes Ben & Jerry’s and hundreds of other brands like Axe and Dove.

He told us everything we need to know about the amazing business of getting products to the people.

Getting Ice Cream Where It’s Wanted (AKA Everywhere)

Supply Chain is the science of getting products from the manufacturer to the customer. It’s a discipline that involves incredible time management, multitasking, and nerves of steel. And Kamree’s got all of that.

“I manage the Foods and Refreshments categories for Unilever,” he says. This is actually quite tricky to manage, because food—especially ice cream—can spoil (or melt) easily. But Kamree isn’t deterred by that challenge.

“I’m involved with all of our ice cream products, so brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, and our Good Humor brand, as well as Popsicles, Klondike, and so forth. I’ve also worked with food products like Knorr and Hellman’s Mayonnaise,” he says.

But what, exactly, does he do?

“I’m pretty much a middleman with the customer,” he says. “We’re always planning, so my job sometimes even involves transportation. For example, we’ll help ensure that stores like Target receive their food and refreshment on time and in full.”

That translates into a lot of hours running numbers and visiting stores and manufacturers. It also means time spent collaborating with managers, engineers, and supervisors and coordinating with everyone from the people packaging the batch to the people unloading the trucks.

How Did Kamree Become The Ultimate Ice Cream Man?

“In school I studied Operations Management,” Kamree says. “I actually came upon Supply Chain on a study abroad experience in China. We learned about manufacturing, as well as overseas distribution of products.”

That trip really sparked his interest in this somewhat hidden but entirely essential aspect of the economy.

“I realized that a lot of the business is run through the Supply Chain,” he says. “It doesn’t matter how much you market a product or how great the product you create is. If you can’t get the product to the consumer, then it really doesn’t matter.”

It’s a lot of responsibility and a lot of pressure. That’s why, when it comes to Supply Chain Management, it takes a certain kind of person to handle it.

“You have to be very comfortable with the uncomfortable,” he says. “In Supply Chain, things are very rarely quiet, and just being able to manage yourself in those types of environments is key. High emotional intelligence is another thing.”

But it’s not just stressful for you. Manufacturing is a labor-intensive process with a ton of opportunities for error. To excel, you have to be able to communicate effectively with all the different personalities and stakeholders.

“Another thing is just being very personable. Because we work in the middle of so many different functions, you have to be able to empathize with other people and understand how other things work in order to truly make an impact,” Kamree says.

Yet despite the high-intensity environments, Supply Chain is a rewarding career path, Kamree stresses. Another perk: It also offers a high base pay.

“Knowing that I’m that integral piece to ensure that little girl gets her ice cream, or that little boy can have his popsicle, that’s what makes it the most interesting to me,” he says. He loves being the person everyone can count on.

And don’t worry, working around ice cream hasn’t taken any of the magic out of it for him. He still has his favorite flavor.

“It’s PB & Cookies, the non-dairy one. I’m vegan, so I have to eat non-dairy everything. And it’s absolutely amazing,” he says.

Think you could be the next great Supply Chain Manager? Check out fun facts, testimonials, and amazing internship and co-op opportunities from Unilever on WayUp right now!

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Finding the perfect job doesn’t have to be hard. You just need to look in the right places. Even if you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for, there are still ways to find out more about a company and its culture before you take a job there.

You can find out fun facts, read testimonials, watch videos, and way more on their WayUp profiles.

We made a list of 10 amazing organizations hiring RIGHT NOW on WayUp. Find your dream company!

1. Dell

They’re a lifelong leader in tech that’s still changing the game with everything from VR for treating soldiers with PTSD to the next generation of live concert tech.

HOT JOB: They’re hiring Insides Sales Representatives all over the country. Launch your tech career with Dell today!

2. UPS

They’re the biggest logistics company in the world—and they need all types to keep the ship running.

HOT JOB: UPS is seeking Applications Architects in multiple locations to put their programming skills to the test for the company’s massive tech program.

3. Citi

They’re a household name in financial services, and they’re looking for their next round of talent right now.

HOT JOB: The Dallas-based Chief Technology Office is seeking full-time Technology Analysts to help support the future of FinTech.

4. T-Mobile

They’re not your grandma’s wireless carrier. T-Mobile is changing the service game, one amazing contract at a time.

HOT JOB: Their Leaders2Executives Program seeks first-year MBA students looking to get on a fast-track to senior management roles in one of the biggest tech companies in the country.

5. Otsuka

This low-key, multibillion-dollar Japanese pharmaceutical company is looking for charismatic, science-friendly sales geniuses to work in their Neuroscience Account Manager position.

6. BlackRock

They’re the asset management giant with the coolest culture in the game. They’re modern, diverse, and at the top of the industry.

HOT JOB: BlackRock’s looking for creative finance folks to join their team as Alternative Investments Analysts.

7. Unilever

On any given day, nearly a third of the Earth’s population uses Unilever products. They’re that company behind all your favorite consumer goods. Supporting an operation that large means all hands on deck. Find your dream job with them right now on WayUp.

HOT JOB: The Unilever sales team is seeking a data-driven Sales Analyst for their CVS account.

8. TJX

The TJX Companies includes TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, and all your other favorite steal-centric, off-price retail brands that just can’t stop killing it.

HOT JOB: TJX is looking for a number-crunching, fact-finding, efficiency master to join their Massachusetts corporate team as a Logistics Analyst.

9. Under Armour

They’re one of the biggest names in athletic apparel. They sponsor all your favorite athletes, why shouldn’t you be on their payroll? Join a fun, timeless brand in the sports world.

HOT JOB: Writers, marketers, and otherwise excellent communicators should look no farther than the Copywriter position open in UA’s trendy Austin office.

10. TEKsystems

They’re one of the leading voices in technical recruiting and staffing. And they hire A TON of students.

HOT JOB: TEKsystems is looking all over the country for Recruiting/Sales Specialists who start with a competitive base of $60k and can make even more with commission and bonuses.

All of these amazing companies and wayyyy more are hiring right now on WayUp! Don’t wait another second to find your dream job!

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These are the kinds of jobs that people put in their middle school yearbook for the “What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?” section.

Tons of amazing companies are hiring on WayUp every single day. But we’ve selected some of the most amazing, space-age, mind-blowing jobs available on our site. You’ll either be saying, “I can get paid for that?” or “I can’t believe they’re hiring people like me!”

Here are five of the coolest jobs hiring on WayUp right now.

1. Flight Ops Intern In Anchorage @ UPS

Forget Ice Road Truckers, they’re Blizzard Sky Flyers!

UPS is the world leader in getting stuff where it needs to go—even in Alaska. Brave the snow with a cold-weather pilot, assist air traffic control, and get a handle on everything there is to know about flight operations in extreme environments.

2. Pet-Loving Dog Sitter @ Rover

What job could be better than this? Make up to $1,000 a month by sitting and walking dogs, cats, and other delightful pets in your home, on your schedule.

3. Decision Scientist @ Starbucks

What goes into your decision to buy that morning coffee? What could make you spring for the pastry? How do you choose which drink suits your mood? Find out the answer to all these questions and way more by entering one of the coolest fields at the biggest name in coffee: Starbucks.

4. Aerial Weapons Systems Engineer @ Raytheon

This is exactly what it sounds like. Raytheon is a defense contractor focusing on all the parts of military tech people find interesting. Join their aerial weapons team as a Systems Engineer and learn from the brightest minds in engineering on high-stakes projects.

5. Surgical Tools R&D Co-Op @ Johnson & Johnson

You always hear: “It’s not brain surgery.” And this isn’t either. But it’s pretty close!

You’ll be working with the Johnson & Johnson Ethicon brand to design the latest in surgical tools, procedures, and more. Innovate for an amazing cause.

Still don’t see what you’re looking for? Check out even more amazing companies with radical jobs of their own at on the WayUp Explore page!

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When you transition to a new job, especially your first full-time gig out of college, it’s easy to feel like you’re, well, a poser.

This can be particularly true for those with the most talent and experience. Overachievers in particular are usually their own harshest critics. This phenomenon is so widespread that it even has its own name: Impostor Syndrome.

So, how do you beat Impostor Syndrome? Avanade, a leading global digital innovator, headquartered in Seattle, Washington, has Ignition, a program designed to bridge the gap between academic life and the working world. It’s engineered for their newest post-grad hires, so that they can fight imposter syndrome, and it’s backed by a supportive company culture and tons of learning and development opportunities.

The Avanade Ignition Program

Working at Avanade, you could travel the country (and possibly the world) to meet clients that rely on you to optimize their use of business technology. This is a massive, exciting responsibility that means leading global companies will look to you—yes, YOU!—for answers. But before you’re ready to answer their questions, Avanade will have you answer a few of their own with an intense 5-week training program that includes classes, remote study, project simulations, and—finally—your first real assignment.

Bridging The Gap Between College And The Working World

If you’re hired at Avanade, chances are you were at the top of the pack at your university. That means these sessions will be your dream version of school: You’ll get paid to learn and every one of them is relevant to working-world experiences. Plus, everyone’s as eager and dedicated as you are, making it the ultimate learning environment.

The way the program progresses enables you to perfectly transition from an all-in learner to an all-in doer. For the first three weeks, you’ll be learning about the company, meeting your peers, and undergoing technical training to understand the technologies the firm uses. After week three, you’ll take on business responsibilities as you join your simulation team in Chicago. Once you’ve completed your simulated project, you’ll tackle your first project on an actual assignment in the region for which you were hired.

From Post-Grad to Promotion And Beyond

If five weeks doesn’t sound like enough time to prepare for the working world, don’t worry. The company also has their “Go Orange” onboarding program to help you through your first year and beyond, in addition to the 80+ hours you’ll receive every year for professional development. You’ll get your own career advisor who will help you set professional goals and pick the right training so you can get to the next level.

What better way to quickly move up than to build a massive network and acquire new skills and certifications? Regardless of where your career journey takes you, you’ll develop so many skills and establish so many connections at Avanade that you’ll be well-positioned for whatever direction you choose. Plus, as a consultant, you’ll get to help businesses around the world implement and launch new technologies.

Interested in starting your career with a program made to boost recent grads? Learn more about Avanade on WayUp!

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Fact or fiction?

If you have been watching TV for the past two decades, then you are probably familiar with Detective Olivia Benson, FBI Agent Fox Mulder, or one of the many other fictional crime fighters we all grew up with.

And if you love this genre, then you have probably heard these crime fighters utter some version of this phrase: “Send it to the lab!”

But it’s rare that you get insight into what happens between that moment and when the results are delivered. I mean, what actually happens in the lab?

That’s where Thermo Fisher Scientific laboratory kits turn crime fiction into justice facts.

As the world leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher has played an instrumental role in driving innovation forward in the field of forensics and countless other scientific areas. Its employees are part of ground-breaking research and development and help solve real-world challenges.

Without them, the bad guys would get away with their crimes much more frequently. And it goes the other way, too. High-tech forensics tools have vindicated many wrongfully-convicted men and women.

Fictional forensic science has come a long way since the time of Sherlock Holmes. Crime shows now feature brightly-lit, space-age labs with holographic, touch screen displays and computers that seemingly run every test in the book.

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And while the budget for the average police department probably isn’t that high, these depictions of forensic science’s new capabilities are not entirely inaccurate.

It turns out the real world has made quite a few strides as well.

Where TV Meets Reality

Nowadays, it’s about way more than just fingerprints.

Modern crime labs boast the ability to match miniscule samples of DNA with potential suspects. They can isolate single drugs and poisonous chemicals from among thousands of possibilities, find nearly invisible evidence at a scene, and even identify expertly forged documents or counterfeits.

Take Thermo Fisher Senior Staff Scientist Julio. He has seen his work with Thermo Fisher’s forensic products secure justice for people on both sides of the courtroom.

“I’ve had the chance to meet the people our technology has helped on both sides of that spectrum—victims’ families who have been given a measure of justice through an accurate conviction, and wrongfully imprisoned individuals who have been set free thanks to advancements in DNA testing. Our work has real impact, and I’ve seen the results with my own eyes,” he says. (You can learn more about Julio’s story here.)

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Solving Crimes And Beyond

It’s not just detectives and prosecutors who rely on forensic technology.

So many elements of our world depend on the hard facts provided by forensic technology. Sports officials might be using drug testing or identification equipment to determine the future (or revise the history) of an athlete or a game. High-price art auctions might need verification of ownership and authenticity documents.

That means this technology can answer a ton of questions that were once a mystery. Did that world-class athlete really use illegal performance-enhancing drugs? Was that painting really bought in Paris in 1945, or was it stolen by the Nazis? Is there a map printed on the back of the Declaration of Independence?

While the answer to that last one is (probably) a definite “no,” people like Julio at Thermo Fisher work to advance a science with nearly endless capacity for improving the world.

Want to join Julio in the work he is doing in forensics research? You can. Learn more about Thermo Fisher and apply for open jobs and internships here. Who knows? You could be the next true crime hero.

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How many times have you been preparing for an interview (or even sitting in the actual interview) and thought, ‘What if I could just read their minds and find out what they want me to say?’

Well, OppenheimerFunds—home to one of the most competitive financial services internship programs in the country—has heard your cries. The global asset management firm gave us an exclusive look into what its interviewers look for during those critical few minutes you get with them.

Here are five things that OppenheimerFunds wants you to do during an interview.

1. Know Thy Company

OppenheimerFunds is a company that’s always on the cutting edge of its field. It has changed the face of asset management with innovative funds and continues to do so by investing in new kinds of FinTech.

This means there’s plenty of opportunity for you to show that you’re knowledgeable about the business, where’s it been, and where it’s headed. You don’t have to write the book on OppenheimerFunds. But make sure you check out its website, read pertinent articles, and familiarize yourself with its history. Know what the new products and initiatives are, and make sure you understand the industry.

After all, if you’re going to be adding value to the team, you have to know what value means for that team in the first place.

2. Be Prepared To Discuss How This Position Sets Up Your Future Goals

OppenheimerFunds isn’t a massive company. With around 2,200 employees, it makes sure that it invests in every person it hires—full-time or intern. That’s why you have to be sure that you can spell out—to a reasonable degree—what working at OF would mean for your career.

But don’t worry, it doesn’t have to be a 30-year plan (or even a 10-year plan). Just be honest about how the company help you. If you’re unsure about what you want to do in the future, think hard about why OF is the right stepping stone. For example, you could say, “OF would be a great fit because I’m interested in building a career in public finance. Learning more about the company’s infrastructure fund would help me understand the industry while utilizing my talent for investment.”

This way, you’ll make sure that when your interviewer asks you why you want the position, you don’t just say, “Because I need a job.” or “Because I want to work in finance.”

3. Show That Your Skills Can Help The Company Grow

The best internships and entry-level jobs aren’t just about your development. They’re about contributing to the company’s mission. This is a blessing and a burden, because it means you have real responsibilities.

To show you’re ready for this, you’ll need to demonstrate that you have the skills and the ability to handle the job. At this stage of your life, you’re not going to be able to talk about your extensive professional experience. But you can communicate soft skills like interpersonal communication, detail-orientation, and analytical problem-solving. Just be prepared to give examples, whether they’re from previous internships, part-time jobs, the classroom, extracurricular activities, or even hobbies.

These types of broad skills make you a versatile and exceptional candidate for a company like OF, which invests so much to train and educate its employees.

4. Show That You’re Always Learning

To work at a company that invests in your future, you need to be genuinely receptive to actually growing. You have to make sure that your interviewer knows that you’re a quick study and a dedicated learner. This is so critical for any entry-level job or internship because, regardless of your achievements, you still have so much to learn.

A fast learner who admits she has plenty to learn is always more appealing to an interviewer than someone—no matter how impressive—who prematurely claims to be an expert.

5. Do NOT Gloss Over The Details

All of this only matters if you’re on time, appropriately dressed, showcase your experience, and actively engage with what the interviewer(s) is/are saying.

So much of the interview process is demonstrating that you’re a person who can listen, understand, and engage with the people and places around you. Don’t get in your own head and BE PRESENT! That means not only answering but also asking the right questions.

Are you a detail-oriented, proactive, and soon-to-be expert who wants to start a career in an innovative asset management firm? Then check out opportunities from OppenheimerFunds on WayUp right now!

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If a person told you her motto was, “Sending All The Right Signals,” then it could basically mean anything. However, when a company like Belden—the country’s low-key leader in communications technology—says it, it really means it.

And it actually means everything.

Whether it was when you were watching the news, checking your email, swiping into your dorm, or reading this article, you probably used Belden technology today.

From Belden’s Early Career Leadership Programs—a three-year global program designed to build Belden’s future business leaders that you can learn more about below—to their wide array of departments and industry expertise, here’s a look inside this behind-the-scenes powerhouse and all the opportunities there for people just like you.

What Is Belden?

Belden began as a cable company—we’re talking lengths of sheathed copper, not the TV channels without commercials—and became a leader in all sorts of essential communications technology. It bought into TV broadcasting tech, cybersecurity, network architecture, and wireless transmissions. And even though it’s not the same type of cable as your favorite movie channel, you can bet they’re using Belden tech to broadcast that content.

It would be genuinely difficult to think of a major industry that doesn’t employ Belden’s tech. Security, retail, banking—you name it, and Belden has its cables or routers or rack switches inside of it. In fact, there’s a very good chance that the university Wi-Fi network you’re using right now utilizes Belden networking gear.

Who Works At Belden?

Belden is first and foremost a tech company: It employs hardware and software to make sure that the unifying force behind the modern world (hint: the internet) actually works for the people who need to use it. And at its core it’s a manufacturing company, which provides yet another perspective that can be useful in your career, regardless of the field you end up in.

However, because of its incredible reach, Belden employs experts across tons of major industries—and you could be working in any of those divisions.

“Belden’s diverse portfolio allows you to work in different businesses with a variety of products and clients, ensuring that you are always learning something new,” one career expert at Belden, Maggie Morris, told us. “Once you start feeling comfortable in one business, you may be moved to a new one for some excitement, a new challenge, and—ultimately—a developmental opportunity.”

And this doesn’t just go for tech people either. Sales, marketing, finance, supply chain, IT, and even HR professionals will all get broad exposure to Belden’s different divisions if they seek it out.

What Can I Do There?

Want to better understand television broadcasting? Work for Belden in their broadcast division and get an understanding of the tech that powers everyone’s favorite industry. Want to work in security or government? Learn about the systems that protect modern businesses from hackers and keep the average person’s data safe. Want to work in supply chain or manufacturing? Belden tech powers automation in factories and beyond.

One of the best ways to access all these businesses at Belden is through one of their Early Career Leadership Programs. As Kristin Poulos, a VP in Cyber Security told us, “Many of those early in their careers, especially those in ECLP, have the opportunity to work through high-impact, yearlong rotations across a variety of Belden brands.”

This can be extremely valuable when it comes to building toward long-term goals.

“This exposure helps them broaden their networks and understand the technical nuances of their chosen function to become better leaders in the future,” she says. “In addition, our General Management ECLP enables early-career professionals to gain experience across many functions including sales, marketing, product management, and operations.”

For you, this means Belden can be a gateway to any career. Whether your path is up through the promotion track or on to a different industry after gaining valuable expertise, Belden can be a perfect place to start.

Want to help engineer experiences from the special effects on theme park rides to the jumbotrons at MLB games? Then check out job opportunities at Belden on WayUp right now!

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When you hear the word “Recruiter,” you probably think of those people on your college campus who stand behind tables holding clipboards and flyers. You might envision people who come to networking events and ask for your information. Or it could conjure an image of someone who does a lot of travelling and canvassing.

But here’s the deal: Recruiting is none of those things. It’s a well-paid, competitive, and technology-driven role. And it gives you the opportunity to become a high-skill, well-compensated employee right out of college.

Myth #1: The only type of Recruiter is the Campus Recruiter.

There’s a big difference between having the job of a Campus Recruiter and a career as a professional Recruiter.

Recruiters are not canvassers. You won’t see them standing on corners, handing out printed materials to any living person. Plenty of Recruiters have never even stepped on a college campus since they graduated.

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Many Recruiters work for agencies or Staffing and Recruiting firms like Apex and match qualified candidates with jobs that fit their skillset. They work out of an office, leveraging data and their acquired expertise to assess candidates. And—because of this modern approach—they usually get a lot more done in a day.

Myth #2: Recruiters don’t make a lot of money.

As most recruiters will tell you, one of the best parts of the job—apart from helping people find their dream jobs—is the competitive pay.

On top of your base salary, you’ll be making commission for the roles that you do fill. That means the better you become and the more you hustle, the more money you’re going to make. In this role, working smarter and harder means getting more money.

This doesn’t just apply to Recruiting, either. The skills you build and sharpen over time will easily transfer into other lucrative fields, like Consulting and sales.

Myth #3: Recruiters aren’t skilled.

As a Recruiter, you’ll obviously be sharpening your sales skills. But you’ll also be acquiring Consulting experience.

In fact, being a Recruiter is a lot like being a sales-focused Consultant. You have a client—usually a company that is looking to fill a certain role—and you need to find the perfect candidate that meets all their qualifications.

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To be effective, you first need to perform a lot of research and identify top candidates. From there, you need to convince those people that they should consider applying for the role you’re trying to fill. Once you’ve done that, you need to help guide them along the interview process.

Doing this well requires a certain set of skills. That’s why the best Recruiters are great communicators, detail-oriented, results-oriented, resilient, analytical, and self-motivated. But while embodying these characteristics will give you a great start, you still need help learning the ins and outs of the industry.

The great news is, that’s not hard to find. At Apex, you’ll receive weeks of training in sales and client interaction from your very first day. Apex continues this training for its employees throughout their tenure to help them stay current and prepare them for promotions and changes in the industry.

Myth #4: Recruiters can’t move up.

Because of the skills you build as a recruiter, you have a solid chance of moving up in your firm. According to Apex Recruiting expert Casey Weickgenannt, the average promotion takes only six months at Apex.

There’s more than one way to advance, too. If you truly have the gift, then you probably won’t want to step away from the major commission you’ll make as a Recruiter. However, that doesn’t mean you’ll get stagnant. The better you are and the more training you have, the more likely it is that you can move into a Senior Recruiter and Team Leader roles. That means you’ll be managing other recruiters and taking on major assignments. (That means even larger potential commissions!)

If you’re interested in a more managerial/consulting role, you can take a different path. Senior Account Managers and Executives go deeper into the business-advising side, landing clients and helping them design and accomplish their Recruiting goals. These skills transfer well to a variety of industries and will keep you in the high-skill, well-paid category.

Where Do The Myths Come From?

There are a number of reasons why these myths continue to endure, including old ideas and a lack of visibility into the field.

But the one thing you should remember is, if you want to combine sales and Consulting skills to make a lot of money, boost your resume, and grow a real career, then Recruiting could be the field for you.

Interested in learning more? Apex is hiring on WayUp now, so check out their open positions and apply!

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Who’s the #1 intern in the U.S.? Well, right on the heels of this week’s announcement about WayUp’s 100 top internship programs, we have more exciting news to share: We’ve just crowned our 2018 Intern 100 list, including grand-prize-winning Intern of the Year, Greg Wolff!

WayUp created the Intern 100 list to highlight the most ambitious, passionate, and talented interns in the country. More than 700 interns applied and more than 40,000 public votes were cast!

Why’d Greg come out on top? Well, he’s got a very impressive resume and a long list of accomplishments under his belt already. And he’s one of the most motivated, engaged interns you’ll find anywhere. To recognize him for his award, Greg will win some awesome prizes provided by Red Bull, including a one year supply of Red Bull Energy Drink, $200 in Red Bull swag, and tickets for a VIP festival experience!

We sat down with Greg to learn more about his background, his intern skills, and his long-term goals. Read through our interview to learn more about him—and make sure you check out the full list of Intern 100 list winners here!

Where Did You Grow Up?

San Diego, California

What College Do You Go To?

University of California, Santa Cruz

How/Why Did You Choose UC Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz’s curriculum is very ethically engaged and socially proactive. I chose a residential college that focused on Power and Representation—specifically how we can form ourselves individually regarding representations of class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and race.

What’s Your Major?

Computer Science

Why Did You Select Computer Science?

I chose Computer Science in an effort to make myself a more multidisciplinary, well-rounded person. Throughout high school I was developing creative skills (specifically with film, graphic, and motion design). But I wanted to immerse myself in a completely new subject to be able to carry out projects independently. I believe being able to harness both design and development in product work is immensely powerful.

How Did You Land Your Internship At Airbnb?

I applied to Airbnb because of their attention toward possible ways the product and resources of the company might solve societal issues. Specifically, the human team at Airbnb focuses on solving humanitarian problems like offering temporary housing to refugees, evacuees, and other individuals in need. Aligning with the company’s mission you’re applying for is vastly important, and I believe essential for landing an internship. If you’re not passionate or motivated about the work the company is doing, it’ll become very exhausting to put in your all in when work gets hectic.

Can You Talk About A Mentor You’ve Had In Your Career? How Did That Person Affect You?

At school, I volunteer in a research lab focusing on the intersection of social computing and human-computer interaction. This includes topics such as crowdsourcing, collective intelligence, social networks, computational social choice, and participatory democracy. My mentor, David Lee, founded the lab to focus on researching methods for large-scale collaboration to support nonprofits, and on scaling opportunities for research and entrepreneurship as a way to enable curiosity and passion-driven learning.

Throughout my experience in the lab, David mentored me on areas of development and design, but truly impacted the outlook I had on my career by nourishing an environment where I could deeply consider what intrinsically motivates me. Making career decisions based solely upon salary, recognition, or praise ultimately isn’t sustainable—and taking the time to consider what you are deeply passionate about is worthwhile for the outlook of your career.

Why Do You Think Internships Are Important?

Internships are valuable in two ways. First, they serve as a method for you to dip your toes in the water. You get a hands-on experience with a company and you’re exposed to real work in a real environment. By the end of the summer, you typically have something to show for the work you’ve done. Secondly, you’ve experienced an entire summer of learning. Being in an industry environment gives you constant learnings, insights, and areas to improve. Whether or not you receive a return offer, your internship helps you grow individually.

What Would Be Your Dream Job?

For me, I’d like to be working in a role that combines both design and development—where I can exercise both skillsets in a multidisciplinary manner. Beyond the role, though, I’d ideally like the work that I’m doing to be meaningful for a larger community. I’m specifically interested in ways that technological innovation can affect underrepresented communities, specifically how volunteer crowdsourcing can benefit LGBTQ+ people.

What Will You Look For In Your Next Internship Or Job?

For my next internship or job, I’d like to move toward something completely new. I believe a wholesome career constitutes constant change. If there isn’t room to keep growing and learning at your current company, it may be time to venture toward a new company. And if you’ve mastered your current discipline, it may be worth journeying into something completely new.

What Advice Do You Have For Other Interns? 

Try to make the most of your summer. Whichever company you’re at, have one-on-ones with as many people as you can, read up on any historical projects or information, and try to get as integrated into the company as you possibly can.

Also, beyond work, try to meet new people within the city you’re interning.The summer internship experience is unique. You can leave work and enjoy yourself by checking out a new neighborhood or a new bar with erstwhile strangers.

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At WayUp, we know a little something about what it takes to have a top internship program.

It means giving your interns the freedom to try, the guidance to succeed, and the kind of work that makes them want to show up every single day.

And, of course, you should be paid for doing it.

WayUp interns are compensated for their work, and they learn the kinds of skills they’ll need to excel in their careers. From group outings to see “Mean Girls” on Broadway and a trip to Yankee Stadium to watch the Yankees play to a special celebration on National Intern Day (complete with a barbecue), WayUp’s interns also get to have some fun in the process.

Here’s what all that looks like at WayUp, as told by seven of our summer interns.

Sameera, Marketing Storyteller

“My favorite project was working with the marketing team on our email strategy and seeing how much work goes into it both creatively and technically,” Sameera, WayUp’s Summer 2018 Retention Marketing Intern, tells us. “The average person might just see it as an inbox full of messages, but there are so many moving parts!”

Sameera was able to take ownership over important, public-facing projects like the WayUp Weekly newsletter, SEO content curation, and everything in between.

“People are constantly taking on new projects and ideas to implement. Seeing them come to life during the time I’ve been here has been really cool,” she adds.

Morgan, National Intern Day Hero

WayUp’s brilliant Brand Marketing Intern, Morgan, says her favorite experience was working on the campaign for National Intern Day.

Morgan poured her heart and soul into a movement for interns everywhere that got more than 800 million impressions—yes, that many millions!—on social media. Working closely with WayUp’s Brand Marketing Director, Hannah, she contributed to one of the most successful efforts in company history.

“Hannah is so encouraging and makes me feel like the work I’m doing is valuable,” Morgan says. And it wasn’t just Hannah’s support that let her know her work was valuable. It was the content of it, too.

“I was surprised at how much responsibility I was given,” she adds. Morgan worked on branding language, managed data, and maintained the image of the heavily-trafficked NID website. Now she’s ready for any marketing challenge.

Louis, Data Science Mastermind

Louis is a Data Science grad student from France studying at Columbia University in Manhattan. For his summer internship, he wanted to apply his data science background to improving user experience. WayUp’s Director of Data Science, Harlan, let him do just that.

His main project: the job recommender system.

When you log in to WayUp, you’re met with a myriad of jobs and internships miraculously paired to your interests and experience. Louis wanted to make it even better. That’s why he applied machine learning algorithms and user data to craft an even better turnout for job recommendations.

He loved being a part of a team that let him work independently on his task while still staying connected to the greater mission.

“Everyone at WayUp is really dedicated to the company objective,” he says. Although, his favorite part was, “the high autonomy and trust that Harlan has granted me from the very beginning.”

Lucille, Product Manager-In-The-Making

Product Management is one of the coolest sectors in tech. Combining elements of both business and software development, it’s truly one of the most modern fields to enter. But to find yourself standing at the corner of two amazing pursuits can be hard to do, especially when you’re an intern.

“Finding a product management internship was almost impossible to start with,” Lucille says. “I’ve been so lucky to have an internship that allows me the autonomy to work on the projects I’m interested in, but also gives me the support and direction I need to succeed.”

Lucille was able to work end-to-end on a self-service onboarding system, all while getting hands-on experience with every step of the product development timeline. She’ll have experience that almost none of her peers will have—making her the ideal candidate when it comes to the post-grad job search.

Peter, Finance Extraordinaire

Peter just finished his sophomore year at the Gabelli School of Business at Fordham, so the WayUp Finance and Accounting team was the perfect place for his summer internship.

Working closely with WayUp’s VP of Finance and other senior members of the team, Peter helped them line up their tax liability and financial reporting.

“Using Google sheets and Excel to help me become more organized throughout the process taught me so much about how versatile both programs are,” Peter says. “It enabled me to take ownership of the process and make sure that I was using my time in the most effective way possible.”

Emma, Astounding Data Analyst

Emma worked as a Data Analytics intern for one of the fastest-paced teams at WayUp. Working closely with both a Senior Business Analyst and the VP of Analytics, Emma became a master of WayUp’s data repositories.

But Data Analytics isn’t just record-keeping. It’s solving problems and puzzles that have serious implications for the business as a whole. And that’s what she loved most.

“My favorite thing I worked on was looking into the intersection of available jobs and qualified profiles,” she says. “This project began very suddenly and was time-sensitive, so the whole analytics team started working on it immediately. It was really exciting to all be working on one big problem together.”

Emma really started to see the world through data. She even polled members of the team on their fruit snack flavor distribution! Her analytics mastery truly knows no bounds.

Danielle, Client Cajoler And Candidate Connoisseur

“The best thing about working for a company like WayUp is that it’s not a ‘typical’ internship,” Danielle tells us. “When I say typical, I mean getting coffee and making copies. Honestly, I don’t even know where the copy machine is! It’s awesome to work at a startup because even though I’m an intern, everything I do is extremely helpful to the team. I actually see the work that I put into my internship benefitting the company. You can’t get that type of experience just anywhere.”

Danielle thrived in two client-facing departments—sales and customer success—becoming an expert on client relationships. Working both to advise clients on sourcing candidates and develop new sales with tools like Salesforce, Danielle became familiar with the entire lifecycle of a client.

She credits her success to her managers taking the time to guide her. “Every manager that I have has made my experience so incredible here. They have taught me so much and take time out of their day to teach me things, make me feel included, and even give me shoutouts. I couldn’t have asked for anything else from them during my time here,” she says.

Now It’s Your Turn

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It’s that time of year again. The dog days of summer—when you have to start thinking about how you are going to get a schedule without class on Fridays and—more importantly—how you are going to secure a Fall internship.

Fall internships can be amazing for your resume and personal development. Having that experience shows that you’re serious about pursuing your field. It also shows you have excellent time management skills. And it’s proof that you’re able to do real work.

Plus, because it’s during the school year, the competition is less stiff—which is great for people without previous experience.

That’s why we’re here to answer all your questions about how and when to start looking. Here at the WayUp Guide, we’ve come up with 5 easy steps to secure yourself an amazing Fall internship.

1. Prime Your Resume.

If you have an internship right now, be sure to add it to your resume and online profiles before applying.

If you didn’t have an internship over the summer, then you should have a compelling story about what you were doing. Think “volunteer vacation in Costa Rica” not “acid trip at Outside Lands.”

Your WayUp profile is a great place to show off these types of non-internship experiences. If you made a funny YouTube series with your friends, you can add that to show experience with media. If you did any coding or freelance work, you can show off how you use your free time. Even if you got a bunch of great Instagram pics while traveling, you can integrate that into your profile (and refer to it as a “travel blog”).

The less work experience you have, the more important it is to showcase the other parts of your life and personality that make you a great candidate.

2. Get the Letter of Rec.

And get your references lined up, too!

Start looking at what companies you’ll be applying to for a Fall internship, and whether or not they require a letter of rec. If they do, ask your employer now if they would write you one, or if you can put them down as a reference. If they’re unsure what to write, give them a template.

And if you don’t have an employer or manager to ask, try emailing a professor or TA instead. Be sure to include any great stories from class or funny memories you have to remind them of who you actually are.

Many companies will actually check your references. So, definitely be sure to ask your references in advance if you can put them down. You can also let them know what type of job you’re applying for, so they can be sure to emphasize certain skills.

3. Clean Up Your Social Media.

It’s easy to forget about what is appropriate to have on your Instagram and Twitter accounts during the summer. Be sure to delete or archive any inappropriate pictures or tweets before applying. You don’t want to get rejected from a Fall internship simply because you were holding a bottle of tequila on the ‘gram.

It’s best to keep your social accounts on private during the application period. However, if you’re applying for a marketing, writing, or social media-based position, then CLEAN IT UP. You’re actually being judged on it.

4. Have a Clear Idea of Your Availability.

Most students can take on about 15-20 hours of internship work a week with a normal course load. That’s the same commitment as a part-time job. Having held a part-time job during school in the past is actually a great way to demonstrate to employers that you could handle an internship. Balancing school and work can be tricky—and no employer wants somebody who takes on more than they can handle.

Be realistic about your workload and class schedule. You know (or can easily find out online) if that Shakespeare professor is gonna give you an essay every week or 20 hours of reading. Use ratemyprofessors or ask around to find out ahead of time.

The worst thing to do is to accept a job and then get overwhelmed and quit halfway through the semester. Factor in time for extracurriculars, midterms, friends, and finals, and let companies know ahead of time how long you’ll be gone for Thanksgiving and winter break.

5. Apply Early.

And often!

Although many companies continue accepting applications well into September, you should start applying ASAP. The internships that pay the best and look the best on your resume will close sooner than those that do not. Recruiters cannot always spare the time or resources to look at thousands of applications, so act fast.

Now if your resume and WayUp profile is up to date and you’re ready to apply, just search “Fall Internships” right here on WayUp and you’ll get opportunities tailored your skills, interests, and major. There are thousands of internships available on WayUp, so go find yours today!

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It’s finally here.

WayUp, a panel of expert judges, and—of course—voters like YOU have spoken: The definitive list of Top 100 Internship Programs and the winner of the illustrious #1 spot have been announced.

So, who won out in the end?

The title of 2018’s #1 Internship Program belongs to the legendary consulting firm KPMG. Check out the full list of winners here.

How They Were Selected

Thousands of companies run internship programs every year, and more than 590 of the best programs were considered for the Top 100 list.

30 percent of the decision was up to the voting public. And nearly 25,000 people—including interns, former interns, program managers, and happy bosses—made their voices heard.

The rest was up to a panel of industry expert judges who gathered and assessed information about the programs. Some of the factors they were judged on included diversity, conversion rates from internships to full-time roles, special initiatives that make the program unique, and—an incredibly important attribute—whether they PAY THEIR INTERNS. In fact, we’re proud to say that 100 percent of the companies on the Top 100 list pay their interns!

These values (and many more) represent what make internship programs great: They demonstrate the best of how the working world operates and paint an even brighter picture of what the future can be.

After all, people like Meghan Markle, Evan Spiegel, Kanye West, and Anderson Cooper all started as interns. Why shouldn’t you?

Why KPMG Is America’s #1 Internship Program

KPMG runs the gold standard of internship programs. KPMG recruits from and actually hires a diverse slate of candidates with a host of backgrounds, experiences, and points-of-view. The company has one of the top programs for high-quality interns receiving return offers, and it compensates its interns with standard-setting pay and amazing benefits (like its awesome office spaces and networking events).

But KPMG does even more than that. It hosts a National Intern Training that brings all of its interns to one location for technical and soft skills training, and the opportunity to network, meet the firm’s leadership, and participate in community service. KPMG’s Global Internship Program, moreover, lets interns experience different cultures and ways of doing business by immersing themselves in a member office for half (!) of their internship.

KPMG even offers a “Build Your Own Internship” program for interns who want to get experience in more than just one of their divisions. This shows just how committed the company is to the spirit of learning and discovery.

So, congratulations to all those internship programs who made the WayUp Top 100 list! Thanks for being a critical part of the college experience and bringing the next generation into the working world.

If you want to be a part of KPMG’s (or any other) Top 100 Internship Program, check out the winners and their company profiles on WayUp!

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Did you know that Drake and Post Malone had the highest volume of on-demand audio streams of all artists in the United States? Or that 64 percent of U.S. households buy sustainable products? Nielsen, the global data measurement and analytics company, produces that data.

Before there were cable boxes that recorded what you watched, streaming services that collected your viewing history, or technologies that tracked in-store performance, direct consumer data was hard to accrue and analyze. But Nielsen helped build the foundation for companies to collect this critically important data. That, in turn, enabled them to better understand their consumers’ habits and preferences. Armed with that information, Nielsen’s clients in the media, consumer goods, and retail industries could strategize around what most resonates with their customers.

We got an inside look at the company and its elite internship program by sitting down with Mikayla Johnson, an intern on their BASES innovation team. Here’s what we learned.

Their interns do real work—right away.

When Mikayla, a rising senior and marketing major at Hampton University in Virginia, joined the Nielsen team this summer, she hit the ground running.

Soon after starting as a Commercial Demand Intern, she was doing work for clients and upper management. She uses cutting-edge tools and research methods to analyze the data that Nielsen collects to help her team’s clients better understand how their target audiences will respond to their newest products and services.

“Let’s say a major drink company has a new product they’d like to put out that has zero calories. We take picture, price, whatever they have, put it into our database, and compare it with different types of results,” Mikayla says. “We have people take surveys and things of that nature, just so we can see how this specific demographic or target group would like this product.”

And Mikayla’s not doing any coffee runs in this process, either.

“I provide research, strategic consultation, and deliverables—like  decks with insights and findings—to our clients on their innovative solutions and new products. We’re giving them advice on what they should change and [what] they should keep prior to putting these products into the market,” Mikayla explains.

And her contributions really make an impact. “I’m in meetings with our actual clients. I’m able to speak on what I see after we receive the data back. And my manager will take my feedback and put it into his report for his manager. So, I know for a fact that what I’m saying is being heard and utilized,” she says.

“Your ideas and your insights will come to fruition,” Mikayla says. “Hopefully, some of the products I’m working on will hit stores in a few months. And that’s what happens here at Nielsen: They want our feedback, analysis, and assistance.”

They build massive networks (and friendships!) with their fellow interns.

“I’m working with people in a different time zone to create a proposal on how to effectively collect data from and market to Generation Z,” Mikayla says of her cross-department intern project. “We have a group of four. Two of us are in the Chicago office and two of us are in the New York office.”

Mikayla collaborates with interns who have different specialties and work across departments. She has five or six co-interns just on her team. “We have one intern on design. We also have one on the forecasting team who talks about volume, revenue, and profit. Then we have the Pricing & Portfolio teams, which talk about the best rate to set for a product,” she says.

This collaborative environment makes Mikayla and the other interns feel not only useful but also legitimately valued for their unique qualities. “We’re putting our ideas and experiences together and brainstorming the best way to do it. We’re able to use our creativity and problem-solving skills on something that will actually be utilized in the future.”

But it’s not all work.

Nielsen mixes fun and business seamlessly.

“We have intern leagues. They put on different events for us,” she says. “Today, we’re actually going to a White Sox game. We had an Escape Room—it was so much fun! Ours was zombie-themed, so we were running all over the place and really bonding.”

They also get the chance to network with interns from other offices and learn from higher-ups in the process.

“We had an intern summit that different interns flew into the Chicago office for,” Mikayla says. “We had team-building activities and personality tests. Following the workday we went out bowling for happy hour. It’s super fun. I have a great time here, and I feel included.”

And inclusion is built into the culture.

Inclusion is a big part of Nielsen’s ethos. It’s a company whose mission revolves around understanding people and accurately representing various thoughts, opinions, and insights. It’s no surprise, then, that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of growth and innovation.

Mikayla says it’s one of the company principles that she most connects with. And for her, it really clicked when she found out she could actually contribute to the process of making the company more inclusive by joining an Employee Resource Group (ERG).

“The ones I am a part of are Sustaining Active Black Leadership and Empowerment (SABLE) and Women In Nielsen (WIN). They also have groups for Asian, Hispanic, and LGBTQA employees,” among others, she adds.

Yet what most impressed Mikayla about Nielsen’s ERGs was that so many others were interested in showing up, learning, and striving to do even more to make the workplace diverse and inviting. “It’s not just for African Americans or just for women,” she says. “It’s for everyone to join and dive into this specific demographic of people and learn how they work, learn how they live on a day-to-day basis.”

Mikayla says she loves how Nielsen enables her to join groups and attend events where she can share her experiences and connect with people from all sorts of backgrounds.

For Mikayla and her fellow interns, consumer data and brand engagement have a whole new meaning.

Want to change markets (and minds)? Learn more about Nielsen on WayUp right now!

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What do you want from your career?

First and foremost, you want to be paid well. Secondly, you’re going to want co-workers who can be your friends and push you to succeed. It also needs to be a job you can actually get. It can’t be your dream job if it takes five more years of school, and you’ve only got the patience (or budget) to make it through senior year. Finally, it needs to, you know, exist.

That’s where the Staffing and Recruiting company Apex comes in.

What is recruiting?

Recruiting is the process of enticing, evaluating, and onboarding talent for—in the case of Apex—a range of roles, including technical and scientific positions.

Research shows that recruiting is one of the least understood careers among young job seekers today. Many people think it involves taking planes, trains, and automobiles all around the country to scout out possible candidates and personally ask them to take a certain job.

LEARN MORE ABOUT APEX AND APPLY FOR OPEN JOBS HERE!

However, the reality is often far different. If you’re good at sales (or want to be), chances are you’re a fit for recruiting. Recruiters work out of Apex’s offices across the U.S., using technology to sort through candidates, connect with them, and get them hired by companies trying to fill vacant positions. Nowadays, Apex Recruiters can close more deals than ever. In a commission-based role like this one, that means making more money than ever, too.

Is it more than just a job?

The short answer: Yes!

There’s plenty of room for upward movement with a Recruiting career at Apex. In fact, they promote based on performance, not tenure, so you have the ability to climb the ranks pretty rapidly if you excel in the position.

There are also different tracks you can follow at Apex. If you’re interested in working with both clients—in Apex’s case, these include companies that ask them to fill their staffing needs—and internal Recruiters—the people who are sourcing, identifying, and coaching candidates who could potentially fill those roles—then you can move up the Account Management track. It’s an Account Manager’s job to make sure all clients are getting the candidate results they’re looking for.

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By the time you’re a Senior Account Manager, you’re going to be handling recruiters, clients, and more of the business decisions. If you’re truly a sales genius and the recruitment process is your bread and butter, then you can move up the long-term recruitment track. This way you handle more—and larger—clients, lead a team of Recruiters, and make national sales pitches.

Plus, more responsibilities often mean a bigger commission.

I’m not a business major. Can I still become an Apex Recruiter?

Again, the short answer is, YES!

Apex Recruiting expert Casey Weickgenannt stresses that successful Recruiters come from a range of educational fields. These include communications, PR, psychology, and marketing, among many others.

The team at Apex truly runs the gamut in terms of their college majors. What they’re looking for is something different. They want candidates with great social skills, intelligence, and a competitive spirit. Why these qualities? The best Recruiters gain the trust of candidates by giving them the confidence they need to take the next step in their career path.

A future that’s worth building.

If you’re someone who:

• Wants a direct relationship between how hard/smart you work AND how much you get paid
• Wants to meet social, driven people
• Has a trustworthy, intelligent spirit
• Can see yourself being a sales master

Then working at Apex could be the beginning of an incredibly fulfilling, lucrative career.

Interested? Apex is hiring on WayUp now, so check out their open positions and apply!

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Building a network is a crucial part of a successful and worthwhile career, but many people struggle with getting started and then utilizing that network once the connections are made. Even worse, a huge number of professionals are making cringe-worthy networking mistakes that are in turn negatively affecting their careers.

What could you potentially be messing up with your networking efforts? These are 5 of the most common networking mistakes people in the beginning of their careers tend to make and the good news? There are easy fixes for what to do if you’re making some of these errors.

1. You Ask Too Much of Your Professional Network

Imagine how frustrating it is to open your inbox and receive one of the following emails:

• “Hi! I want a job at your company!”
• “Can you introduce me to [very senior person at your office] because I need a job?”
• “We haven’t talked in three years but I need a letter of recommendation in an hour, thanks!”

All three are really, really big (and inappropriate) favors to ask a professional contact, even one you know pretty well.

What to Do Instead

Instead of shooting huge asks to everyone you know, take the time to think of how each specific person could contribute something small and manageable to your cause.

For example, if you don’t know how to break into journalism, reach out to an alum from your college who’s a couple years older and can speak to the first few years out of school and in the world of media. Ask that person for a quick call or a coffee meetup. Someone is much more likely to say yes to that than a random “get me a job!” inquiry.

Need a little help crafting an email? We’ve got you covered with several email templates for reaching out to your network.

2. You Take a Lot More Than You Give

One of the biggest mistakes people make at the start of their careers is asking their network for all sorts of favors without even offering to give anything in return. It can be a big turn-off that leaves people unwilling to help you out in the future.

What to Do Instead

While you might think you have nothing to give others professionally, that can’t be further from the truth. Whether it’s posting someone’s blog post all over social media or helping a friend proofread an important memo, there are smaller ways you can give back to others to show them that you appreciate their help and can also be a crucial contact, too.

Not sure how you can help someone? Here’s the biggest tip: Just ask. Even if someone doesn’t have something for you to do right away, asking will set you up as a person who can be approached and counted on in the future.

3. You Only Reach Out to People When You Need Something

Another big networking mistake people make far too often is reaching out when they need a favor and never just to say hi and take interest in another person’s line of work.

Think of it this way: When your name pops up in someone’s inbox, what do you want their initial reaction to be? If their first response is something along the lines of “Ugh, what does she want now?” or just a quick click of the trash icon, you might want to think about your etiquette a little more.

What to Do Instead

Some people feel like reaching out randomly is taboo, but it really isn’t. Here are some quick ways you can stay in touch with your network without it coming across as self-serving or needy:

• Send an email or a tweet congratulating someone on a promotion or big professional win.
• Read a cool article that reminds you of someone’s line of work? Send it to that person.
• Shoot an email just saying hi and scheduling a coffee meeting to catch up and/or pick that person’s brain about something specific.

There’s no reason to be a stranger until you need something.

4. You Don’t Do Your Research

Picture this: You’re getting coffee with someone who emailed you asking to meet up and pick your brain. You show up for the meeting, and it becomes clear in the first five minutes that aside from knowing you have an impressive title at an impressive company, that person has done absolutely know research on who you are and what you do.

Talk about frustrating. Would you meet up with this person again? Probably not.

What to Do Instead

Before your meet with anybody or ask your network for favors, be sure to have an idea of what’s going on in people’s professional lives.

If, for example, you’re going out to coffee with someone, google him or her and look up the following before you head out:

• Job title and company
• Any recent big company news
• Any recent professional news on that person
• That person’s professional background
• Any professional social media (Twitter is a great example)

Also prepare a list of questions to ask that person, even if you’re meeting so you can ask for a favor.

While you don’t need to tell someone that you stalked him or her online, coming in with questions and an understanding of who you’re talking to is crucial for building and maintaining the professional relationship.

5. You Aren’t Appreciative When Someone Helps You Out

There’s nothing more exasperating than doing someone a solid and not even getting a “Thanks so much for your help!” email. A surefire way to make sure someone never responds to your networking emails again is to not show gratitude.

What to Do Instead

Luckily, this is a very easy mistake to fix. Whenever someone does you a favor, send them a genuine and specific thank-you note immediately, and offer your help.

What can this look like? Here’s a quick template:

Hi [name],

Thank you so, so much again for [what person did for you]. I can’t tell you how much it helped me [ask]. I ended up [what was the result of this person’s help].

Thanks so much again, and if you ever need anything, you know where to find me!

Best,

[Your name]

Here what this looks like in practice:

Hi Julie.

Thank you so, so much again for connecting me to John at Google. I can’t tell you how much it helped to talk to a product manager about his role there and the steps he took right after college to get into the field. I ended up meeting him for coffee today, and he was kind enough to walk me through the specifics of applying to product roles. I’m even sending in job applications for several positions tonight.

Thanks so much again, and if you ever need anything, you know where to find me!

Best,

Lily

Boom, gratitude.

The good news is, all of these mistakes can be corrected starting right now. Be thoughtful about your contacts and what you ask of them, show gratitude and get ready to build that impressive network you always dreamed of.

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The post-grad life was fun…at first. But with the celebrations dying down and the barista at your daily coffee spot starting to give you judgmental looks at 2 p.m. on a Monday, you’re ready for the next challenge.

Some of your friends are becoming camp counselors and waiting for fall, and some of them don’t have any plans. You, however, want to get ahead.

If you’re a go-getter looking to secure a job sooner rather than later, here are 10 listings looking for candidates like you right now.

Insurance Risk Management Analyst @ AIG

Financial services giant AIG is looking for talented new graduates for their Risk Management Analyst program. Train, work, and thrive among some of the brightest new talent in the financial sector.

Corporate Communications Account Researcher @ Brunswick Group

Work with seasoned veterans and conduct research that underpins communications from one of the most influential PR firms in the country. Plus, after 18 months, you’ll be under consideration for a promotion to an executive role! How’s that for a killer first job?

Check out listings in San Francisco AND New York City!

If you’re interested in the industry, but want to get more experience, you can also apply right here to be one of their Corporate Communications Arts Trainees.

Human Resources Rotational Associate @ Gates

Human Resources is one of the most satisfying and enjoyable fields to work in—you make sure the company gets the best talent and that those people are happy once they arrive. Become a leader in the field with Gates’s elite rotational program, which will take you through the various aspects of the HR profession and allow you to find your specialty.

Associate Teacher (K-12) @ Success Academy Charter Schools

Want to make a big impact in the lives of children (and the world)? Start a career in teaching with Success Academy Charter Schools. Designed to benefit the most vulnerable groups in the most underserved areas of NYC, teaching at a Success Academy school puts you on the front lines of providing everyone an equal shot at a great education.

Sales Management Trainee @ Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Want to get experience in sales and management at one of the most recognizable brands in the country? The Sales Management Trainee program at Enterprise could be the perfect fit for you. This is an ideal entry-level position because of its clear trajectory from trainee to promotion and beyond.

Bank Teller @ DCFU Financial

Work part-time for a major credit union as a frontline employee. You’ll build relationships, refer financial products, and provide excellent service in a customer-facing role. Learn the ins and outs of the financial sector while making some money before the summer’s out!

Application Developer Intermediate Programmer Analyst @ Citi

Did you know Citi is quietly becoming one of the powerhouse leaders in tech? Neither did most of your programmer peers. Get ahead of the crowd and get access to an amazing company. If you’ve got a mix of programming languages and skills, then you could be a perfect fit for this versatile tech role.

Engineer 1, R&D @ Johnson & Johnson

Engineers have the opportunity to work in research and development at one of the most innovative health care and consumer goods companies in the world. From developing a cure for Alzheimer’s disease to making baby soap, Johnson & Johnson helps people at every stage of life.

If you’re still an undergrad looking to get a head start…

Audit Analyst (Technology Track) — 2019 Summer Program @ JP Morgan Chase & Co.

Are you detail-oriented, interested in technology, and totally driven to succeed? If so, then you’re probably planning way ahead. JPMC is, too.

They’re currently taking applicants for their elite development and analyst 2019 summer programs. Check out their WayUp profile for more information on these career-making opportunities.

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Office Hours is WayUp’s signature (and totally FREE) event series, where we connect college students with industry experts. The events range from tech to sports and everything in between. Each event includes a moderated panel of industry leaders, networking, and a special activity only for office hours attendees.

When:

– Our next event is being held on Tuesday, April 10th.

Who:

– Each event will host at least three panelists who are all-stars in the industry. These panelists will give insight about the industry of the night, tell students what they wished they’d known going into the field, surprises and challenges they’ve faced along the way, what a typical day at work looks like, and much more.

What to expect, and why you should go:

– A Q&A session of your dreams. These panelists are here because they want to be! This means ask all the questions in the world. Take this chance to ask burning questions about the trials and tribulations of the industry, why they stuck with it, what a typical first interview looks like, etc. Brainstorm beforehand, and feel free to stump them :).

– Networking galore. Again, these panelists are here for the students! They want to meet you, they want to hear your stories, and if you really turn on the charm, they may just hand out a business card and some email contacts.

– Professional headshots to use for your WayUp profile, and anything else you want! These usually cost big $$, so take advantage of a free one! #lifehack

– A chance to meet the mysterious and wonderful WayUp Team. At these events, you can usually chat with our CEO and Co-Founder, Liz, and a few other team members as well.

– Office Hours is not your average networking event. Each night will end with a fun activity.

– And last, but certainly not least, free food and drinks!!! (Non-alcoholic – sorry, kiddos.)

Wise words from past panelists:

“Follow your passion or take up a hobby in college, a dynamic person with many interests will be more successful in an interview than someone who memorized all the case studies” – Weston Gaddy, Bain Capital Ventures

“There is no such thing as a missed opportunity, I think if you miss one opportunity there will be another one right behind it and it will be just as important to your end career” – Caitlin Donovan, Christie’s.

“Taking risks early on teaches you a lot.” – Anu Duggal, Fcubed.

We are always planning new events…

What should the topics of our next WayUp Office Hours be? Perhaps sports, music, or health and wellness? Let us know which topics interest you most by emailing us at support@wayup.com.

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Tweets, pins, statuses, hashtags, oh my! You’ve probably heard of these things if you have one or more profiles on social media. Because social media has become such a staple in today’s society, more and more employers may be googling you before they even meet you. This is just one of the many reasons why it is a great idea to polish up your online presence, especially if you are in the process of applying for internships, part-time jobs and full-time jobs. Here are a few simple tips on how to get started:

A picture is worth a thousand words

This phrase may sound cliché, but it is completely true, especially when it comes to social media. Anyone can search for your name online. The question is what type of images will pop up when they do? Don’t let an inappropriate picture ruin your chances of landing the internship or job of your dreams. Make sure your privacy settings are secure on all of your social media accounts. This way, you can approve pictures before people can tag you and monitor who adds or follows you.

Be positive!

Everybody knows that one person on Facebook who complains about something every single day. Employers are looking for students who are motivated, enthusiastic problem solvers—not problem starters! Therefore, don’t use social media to vent about your problems, such as a frustrating job or an irritating co-worker. You never know who might read or see that one status or comment you might regret later. If you are angry or upset, find another way to express this emotion rather than posting about it online.

Have a profile on at least one professional social media platform

This is a great way to start using social media to help you network and job search! Sites such as Looksharp, About.Me, LinkedIn and more have several helpful features such as uploading online résumés, searching for jobs and networking with actual employers. These types of social media sites are a great way to start branding yourself as a professional.

Although there are many more, these are just a few simple tips to help clean up your online presence.   Keep in mind that one of the most important points is just to have awareness. Be aware of what you are posting, as well as what others may post on your profile. The bottom line is that most employers will look at your online activity before they meet you in person or even give you an interview.  Make sure you are representing yourself as a professional not only in person but also online.

Finally, although social media is a great tool, don’t underestimate the power of networking in person.  Networking is consistently cited as the number one way to get a job.  You may know someone right now who may help you with an internship or job in the future. Take advantage of career fairs, information sessions, mock interview days and workshops offered through your college or university’s Career Services office. By networking at these events and monitoring your social media platforms, you will be on your way to landing the internship or job you have always wanted.

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College happens in a blink of an eye and before you know it you’re sending out graduation announcements. You only have one internship under your belt and you’re afraid that your low GPA will stand in the way of obtaining your dream postgraduate entry-level or internship position. What could you do?

In a recent study, we discovered that 67 percent of employers think GPA is important in student recruiting. If you are interested in interning or working in fields like finance, law, engineering, or computer science, an exceptional GPA is usually required in obtaining a position. Often times hiring managers utilize the GPA to assess problem solving skills and predict applicant success.

If you weren’t the best student in college, struggled maintaining a part-time job, or were buried under too many extracurricular activities, try applying these helpful tips to overcome the upperclassmen “GPA Blues.”

1. Leave your GPA off of your Resume.

Don’t include your GPA unless it is exceptional or the employer specifically asks. In general, if you need a certain GPA to apply, recruiters look for applicants with a 3.0 or greater. Is your major GPA higher? If so, include that score instead.

2. Perfect your Application.

Compensate your low GPA score with a strong resume application. To dazzle hiring managers, demonstrate that you are a well-rounded student with ambition, skill, and leadership ability!

• Tailor your resume by adding action words detailed on the job description. List phrases like “quick thinking” or “complex problem solving” to demonstrate your communication and technical skills.

• Create a cover letter that tells your story. Express why you are interested in the company and how you will deliver.

• Add work samples (if required) to your application and make sure to list links to any digital portfolios or personal websites.

3. Get Referred.

“Employee referrals have the highest applicant-to-hire conversion rate – only 7% apply, but this accounts for 40% of all hires.”

An employee referral is the easiest way to separate your resume from the rest. This is your chance to practice your networking skills  in order to boost your application, ultimately landing you the job. Tap into your professional network, and use peers or professors as resources for referrals.  Don’t forget, if you’re referred to a position, mention it in your cover letter. This acts as a “built in recommendation.”

4. Focus on better opportunities that are a better fit for you.

Unfortunately, various firms are strict on GPA requirements. If they require a 3.5, and you have a 2.7, your chances may be slim to none. Apply for internships and entry-level jobs that are flexible with GPA scores, and match your abilities. If you excel at these jobs, you might be able to circle back around to the company you first wished to work for. Seek a counselor who can help you reevaluate your options. You definitely won’t be the first to waltz into the career center with a GPA question.

At the end of the day, if you are unhappy with your GPA, CHANGE IT! Even if you are in the first semester of your junior year or last semester of your senior year, each grade counts. Take your GPA seriously, but understand that it is not everything when applying for certain roles.

Are you screwed? Not exactly. Every internship you apply for won’t require you to list your GPA and many companies who were strict on GPA scores are now evolving. One major company being Google:

“Google famously used to ask everyone for a transcript and G.P.A.’s and test scores, but we don’t anymore, unless you’re just a few years out of school. We found that they don’t predict anything.” – Laszlo Bock, Google’s Senior Vice President for People Operations

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Your palms are sweaty, your stomach is in a knot, and all you can do is wonder if you’re saying the wrong thing.

Are you on a date, or a job interview?!

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we’ve started thinking a lot about how dating can be a lot like job searching. If you think about it, both activities require you to battle your nerves, put your best foot forward, get a good recommendation, and of course, appropriately follow up.

So, we surveyed 662 college students and recent graduates from 410 universities across the country to see if they felt job searching and dating are alike too. In some cases, it seems our survey takers approach dating and job searching similarly, but in other ways, they couldn’t find the two more different. We saw some fascinating divides in the way that men and women think about these two activities too.

Dating causes more nerves than job searching.

First up, we asked survey takers how nervous they get before a first date, and then before a first job interview. It turns out, college students feel significantly more nervous before the date! 48.5% of those surveyed claimed they get nervous before a date compared to 36.3% who said they get nervous before a job interview.

What’s more? Men get more nervous before a date than women do. Looking at the data split by gender, it’s clear that while men and women are equally nervous before an interview (25.35% and 25.67%), men are more nervous than women before a first date (34.27% compared to 30.02%).

Pressure’s on, fellas!

What happens to your nerves when you get older? Well, your priorities shift when you graduate from college, which may affect your nerves.

According to our data, students get more nervous before a date, 32.6%, compared with 24.28% before an interview. However, things change when you graduate from college. Recent grads are more nervous before an interview then they are before a date. Only 27.40% of recent grads surveyed claimed nervousness before a date, while 34.25% said they get nervous before a job interview.

So, whether you have a first date or an interview coming up, just remember to prepare quality questions, take deep breaths, and of course, be yourself!

Students and grads embrace more help with job searching than they do with dating.

Whether it’s choosing the right words to craft that pre-date text or the perfect action verb on your resume, how you communicate on the job search and when dating is essential. And, it’s ok to ask others for guidance in this department!

It turns out, men ask for less help than women do. We figured as much, based on that “asking for directions” stereotype ;). According to our data, 42.86% of women claim to ask for help texting that special someone before a date, while only 23.47% of men claim the same.

However, when it comes to getting advice on a resume, men and women aren’t shy: 76.27% of women say they ask for help, while 65.73% of men say the same. Students and grads are much more likely to get a second opinion on their resume then they are on a (flirty) pre-date text message.

Our advice? It can’t hurt to get advice from someone you trust on the job search. Often, a friend or family member can be a great resource to give your resume or cover letter a second look since they know your strengths and weaknesses well.

Based on our own experiences, we found it strange that the majority of students and grads aren’t asking for texting help before a date. Maybe they just aren’t admitting it!

Professional referrals are more desirable than date recommendations.

Everyone loves a good recommendation – whether it’s the best restaurant in town or the comfiest sneakers on the market. It’s a known fact that people take their friends’ endorsements seriously.

So, we asked the survey takers two questions – would they be more likely to “go out with someone based on a friend’s recommendation,” and “would they be more likely to apply for a job if you knew someone at the company?” According to our findings, respondents trust referrals more when job searching than they do with dating.

On the job search, knowing someone at the company you are applying for is a big plus. 73.12% of women and slightly more men, 76.06%, agreed that this increases the likelihood they would go for the position.

However, it seems men and women are less likely to go out with someone based on a friend’s recommendation (men even less so!) 69.25% of women surveyed claimed they’d be open to going on a date with a friend of a friend, and 59.42% of men said the same. We were surprised to see that students and recent grads don’t place as much value on dating recommendations as they do on professional referrals (especially men!)

While we can’t speak for dating, we know that one of the best ways to learn about new professional opportunities is to utilize your network. So, take advantage of your friends’ recommendations. You might just end up with a new job and a new bae.

Students and grads are quicker to follow up after a date than after an interview.

Whether you had an incredible date or interview, it’s crucial to close the loop with a carefully crafted message.

To see if students and grads view following up similarly in job searching and dating, we asked them how long they wait to follow up after both types of rendezvous (that, they presumably thought went well).

We found that there weren’t any significant differences between when men follow up and when women follow up. Luckily, only 3.87% of women and 3.76% of men claim they don’t ever follow up after an interview, and less than 0.48% of women and 0.47% of men don’t follow up after a date.

What we did see though was that both men and women follow up faster after a date than an interview!

Both men and women are much more likely to follow up immediately after a date than after an interview. 36.86% of students and recent grads surveyed said they follow up within one hour of a date, but only 7.40% said they follow up within one hour of an interview.

Yes, an hour is quick turnaround time. However, students and grads are also more likely to follow up within a day of a date than an interview! Out of the hundreds of men and women surveyed, 44.56%, feel that the day after a date is the appropriate amount of time to follow up, while only 28.10% follow up after an interview in that same time frame. The majority of students and recent grads, 48.19%,  feel that it’s more appropriate to follow up after an interview within a week.

Pro tip from team WayUp? You should be thinking about your interview follow up more like your date follow up. In fact, our CEO and Co-Founder Liz Wessel says that you should send thank you notes within 12 hours of an interview! You want to remain top of mind to your interviewers, and shouldn’t be afraid to send a same-day thank you, especially if you are highly interested in the company.

Our conclusion?

While job searching and dating might seem parallel, the data shows that students and grads, in fact, approach them very differently.

However, while we are no matchmaking experts, we do believe that the best practices of each activity hold true to “maximize your results”: calm your nerves, ask those you trust for help, utilize your network, and follow up quickly.

Happy Valentine’s Day from the WayUp Team! For more interview and job search tips (sorry, that’s all we’ve got for dating advice) see here.

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Brace yourself for cheesy cartoon hearts and a strictly pink and red candy aisle in your local convenience store. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is here again. With limited time to plan, you may be asking yourself what you should do—especially on a student’s budget, where anything more than a few servings of ramen could cause a financial strain.

This year, you can save your ramen money. Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with friends or a significant other, here are five ways to celebrate that won’t leave your bank account heartbroken.

1. See if your university offers any movie ticket deals.

Yes, this might be the most stereotypical date idea, especially for Valentine’s Day, but it’s tried and true for a reason. Movie tickets nowadays can cost an arm and a leg (seriously, who wants to drop $40 just to see a movie?) so it’s worth it to check and see if your school offers any movie ticket deals.

At Syracuse University, students can purchase $9.50 tickets at the box office in the student center and use them for any movie at the local theater. This is great if you want to get off campus for the night, and it still leaves a little wiggle room in your budget for snacks (because what’s a movie without the popcorn?). 

Who doesn’t like a good movie?

2. Find out what’s going on around campus. 

Chances are, there’s at least one student organization hosting an event on Valentine’s Day, so use it as an excuse to check out what different clubs are doing. Events can range from dances to Valentine’s themed crafts or cooking demonstrations. Go with an SO or bring some friends along to celebrate! If you’re feeling really adventurous (and you’re single) see if any organizations are hosting speed dating events—even if you don’t hit it off with anyone, it’s bound to be an interesting experience!

Hopefully your Valentine’s Day dance is less awkward than this…

3. Check if any off-campus restaurants are having special deals.

Even if you consider Valentine’s Day one of the top 10 worst days to go out to eat, a great deal could change your mind. Do some research to see if any of your favorite spots are offering deals, like a lunch or appetizer special that can let you feel fancy for less than an average meal. Make sure to read all the fine print before actually taking advantage of any deals, though—just to make sure what you’re signing up for is actually budget friendly.

Yay good food!

4. …or use it as an excuse to cook something yourself!

It’s no secret that dining hall food can get old, fast. So use Valentine’s Day as the perfect excuse to cook something yourself! This does require a kitchen and access to ingredients, so you may want to plan before the actual day (you could always ask to use a friend’s kitchen in exchange for leftovers). There are tons of recipes online for any palate, and putting the word “simple” in front of whatever dish you look up works wonders for new chefs (especially if you’re apt to burn pasta like myself). So grab some friends or an SO and get cooking!

Find a recipe suited to your cooking skills, whatever they are!

5. Finally, take time to appreciate the people you love in your life.

Everyone loves to feel appreciated, so don’t be afraid to show your friends/family/SO a little extra love, especially on Valentine’s Day! This can be as simple as calling them to tell them you appreciate them, or even making (or buying) your own valentines! You know, like the ones you used to get in elementary school (side note: why did people stop giving these out? They should definitely be brought back.) You can also see if any group on campus is delivering Valentines to people and buy a few for friends. They’re usually cheap, and some organizations donate profits to a charity, so it’s a win-win!

How everyone will feel when you give them their valentines!

Bonus budget-friendly tip: Make sure to stock up on candy after February 14th. Stores usually have steep markdowns on holiday-related candies, so you can get all the sugar you need to make it through midterms season for a great price!

Half-price chocolate is the best chocolate.

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When Kian Nowrouzi’s high school classmates were busy with video games and frequent trips to the mall, he was trading stocks and playing the market.

Anyone who knew him probably wasn’t too surprised when Kian found himself drawn toward economics in college, which he studied while an undergrad. One class led to another, which led to another, and soon he was hooked on behavioral economics, which focuses on the psychological and social factors that affect economic decisions.

In the lead-up to graduation, he knew he wanted to continue working within the field, but he wasn’t sure how to do that. Then he discovered Thermo Fisher Scientific, landing an interview with their Finance Leadership Development Program. He approached the meeting the way you’d probably expect him to: strategically and analytically.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR JOBS AT THERMO FISHER!

“Before my interview, I started digging into the Thermo Fisher site and reading articles,” he says. “Oil prices were collapsing right around the time of my interview, and I was meeting with someone who worked in the plastics department.”

With oil on his mind, Kian was reminded of a report he had come across that outlined the number of plastic products Thermo Fisher makes every year. To show he’d done his homework, he brought up the report and asked if the change in oil prices had affected production levels.

The good news was, the impact was minimal. The better news? He wowed the interviewer in the process.

He, of course, got the job.

Since his first day a year and a half ago, it’s been non-stop learning and career growth for Kian. Through the rotational program, he’s had the opportunity to work in three different Thermo Fisher locations in two different states, and he’s about to take on a fourth role.

Thanks to the unique format of the program, Kian essentially gets to work four jobs in less time than most people spend in a single job. Not many recent grads can say they’ve done that. “[Leading up to graduation], my experience was similar to a lot of recent grads,” he says. “I didn’t know what I wanted to do because I hadn’t done anything yet.” The format of the Leadership Development Program enabled him to figure out what he wanted to do—and what he didn’t.

The other thing he’s learned? How to adapt to new environments and challenges. In a rotational program, like the one at Thermo Fisher, you have six months to learn a new role, understand the office culture, and make new connections before moving on to another job—and perhaps another state.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR JOBS AT THERMO FISHER!

When he moved for his job from his hometown of Boston to Pittsburgh, Kian says the transition took some adjusting. But figuring out how to take on a new role and a new city was well worth the challenge. And since his first rotation in cost accounting, which had him working on-site at a manufacturing plant, Kian has channeled his passion for behavioral economics into his career.

Kian knew that putting together a scientific instrument requires a long list of steps from start to finish. If someone misses a step, it costs the company money. So Kian pulled from what he learned about human behavior and finance and devised a solution that made checking off every step of the process a whole lot easier—and more cost-effective for the company.

And what does Kian do when he’s not solving behavioral science problems? Google his name, and you might stumble upon his photography website. In Kian’s world, finance and photography aren’t all that different. “There’s space for art in finance—if you know where to look for it,” he says. For him, that might mean transforming spreadsheets filled with financial data into visual stories that help his Thermo Fisher co-workers make smarter decisions.

While Kian joined the Finance Leadership Development Program, the company also has undergraduate programs in finance, information technology, operations, procurement, and sales, and graduate-level programs in general management and human resources. Check out their open positions on WayUp to apply!

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Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science.  They offer services and products that help customers around the globe in laboratories, in clinics, on production lines, and out in the field.

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Now that the holidays are behind us and January is in full swing, we wanted to share seven things that every college student should do this year according to WayUp’s CEO and Co-Founder, Liz Wessel.

These seven things will help you learn about yourself, make lifelong connections, advance your career, and, have fun while doing it!

Want a quick recap of Liz’s tips? Read on below, or watch Liz’s TED Talk here:

1. Send at least one cold email. 

Try emailing one of your role models, or someone in an industry that you want to learn more about. Make sure to include in your first line that you’re a college student!

2. Befriend five people you would “bet on.”

You’re surrounded by thousands of brilliant minds at college. Take advantage of this, and make lasting connections during your time on campus.

3. Take a class that teaches a practical skill.

Taking one “practical skill” class (such as computer science, writing, negotiation, etc.) will help you tremendously when you start working full-time.

4. Start something.

Start a club, a business, a blog…anything! It’s an excellent opportunity to get experience with project management.

5. Find “the” professor.

Go out there and find the professor who will change your life or make a class truly unforgettable.

6. Go on an adventure.

Travel. It is a great opportunity to figure out where your comfort zone is (and, there’s no such thing as spring or summer break after college!)

7. Get work experience.

This is the time where you should figure out what you love doing, and what you hate doing. What you are good at, and what you are bad at.

The bottom line? Don’t be afraid to try new experiences in 2018!

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Hi, I’m Megan! As a college senior going into my last semester of college at Syracuse University, I’ve spent far too many hours over the past few months trying to figure out what I want to do after graduation.

The conclusion? I still don’t know! In fact, not only am I unsure of the industry I want to be in, but I’m also not sure of what kind of role I want or even what type of company I want to work for.

If you’re facing this dilemma, too, don’t worry. It’s alright. The only thing we can do is begin learning what we like, and what we don’t like (as well as what we’re good at, and what we’re bad at!). If you’re like me and still figuring it out, I recommend trying these steps to help narrow your choices down, and gain a better understanding of what your professional preferences might be!

1. Take a career exploration class.

A little career research now could save you lots of time in the future!

Many schools actually offer career exploration classes. These are courses in which you take a variety of personality and aptitude tests to determine your strengths and weaknesses to use as a jumping off point for further career research. Jenna, a Digital Marketing Associate at WayUp, said that taking a career exploration class was instrumental in helping her find out that she was interested in marketing. She learned that because she is both analytical and creative, digital marketing would be an ideal industry to explore!

2. Attend as many panel events as you can.

Channel your inner Leslie Knope and make the most of your time by attending panels.

If your school doesn’t offer a career exploration course, try seeking out on-campus career panels for the different fields you are interested in. Most departments will host panels with professionals in a variety of different roles, so it’s an easy way to get information about careers you might not have even known existed! I’ve gone to several career panels for public relations, advertising and even entrepreneurship, and always come away with ideas for roles to look into, as well as some new professional contacts to build my network!

3. Job shadow someone working in the field you are interested in.

Make sure to ask lots of questions at your job shadow!

Once you’ve identified a role or company that sparks your interest, see if you can set up a job shadow with someone who has this job. They could be a family friend, someone your professor introduced you to, or an alumnus from your school. Alumni are often eager to help, and are a great resource to leverage throughout your time in school. So far I’ve shadowed employees in PR, product design, and content creation!

Use your time at the job shadow to learn what that individual does, and ask specific questions to see if their position might also be a fit for you. In addition, be sure to speak with other people at the office. You never know, you might shadow one person, but be really intrigued by a role on a different team altogether!

4. Intern!

It might take a few internships before you find the right fit for you!

A good internship is the best way to learn about a certain position or company. I’ve found it helpful to keep notes about the different tasks I’ve done throughout the day at my internship so that when it’s over, I can quickly look through and determine what aspects I liked and which I didn’t. This can be a great jumping off point to determine if you’d like to do something similar in the future or try something different!

It’s more than okay to be overwhelmed by the job search as you’re approaching graduation. However, taking the initiative to reach out to a new contact or attend a particular panel are just some of the ways you’ll figure out what you want to do in your career.

Over the past three and a half years I’ve slowly been getting closer to figuring it out. Going into my last semester, I’m going to continue keeping an ear out for possible jobs I’d like after graduation, attend a few career fairs and reach out to some of my networking contacts as graduation draws nearer. I’m confident that this semester I’ll be able to build on my past experiences and find the right job fit for me!

You got this!

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With 2017 in the rearview mirror and 2018 here, the state of talent acquisition technology has never been more fragmented and diluted than ever. With Google for Jobs entering the arena in June, and the impact of AI & Machine Learning becoming better understood, 2018 will surely be another transformative year. As the talent acquisition technology market evolves, so has the increased emphasis on vendors to provide clear differentiation and value.  With transparency comes a more informed understanding of how talent acquisition professionals can evolve their traditional efforts to embrace a digital-first strategy.

According to Josh Bersin, Principal & Founder of Bersin Research, companies spend around 3x more on recruiting compared to employee training (making it approximately a $420 billion market) for the simple fact that more than 20 percent of all workers change jobs every year.  Because of high employee turnover rates, employers must constantly advertise, source, recruit, interview, assess, and onboard new people all year round.

Despite the complexity that is the recruitment process, many organizations continue to think of recruiting on an “as needed” basis (which employs posting jobs, capturing resumes, etc) in a very linear fashion. With a Millenial and Gen Z dominated workforce, as supported by the chart below, the ATS-centric and liner models of variablized recruiting are where the most mistakes are currently being made in attracting talent from those generations.

To avoid linear recruiting, there is an order of operations that can be followed and isolated for optimization in a progressive TA process. At WayUp, the leading digital platform to reach, recruit and engage college students and recent grads, the first three disciplines in the figure below (Brand Building, Job Posting, and Sourcing & Recruiting) really hit home. There is a clear understanding amongst forward-thinking professionals that technology is the catalyst to transforming the way quality talent is sourced, hired, and on-boarded into respective organizations, most especially in the pursuit of this ‘integrated’ approach.

With an integrated approach in mind, here are the four can’t miss trends for talent acquisition professionals in 2018:

1. Invest in AI…But Do So Cautiously

Artificial intelligence has continued to be the most discussed topic at technology led HR conferences, regardless of industry or audience.  From a consumer’s perspective, it’s often a mechanism to garner opens, clicks, and responses and not an accurate representation of their product or service offering. To that very point, AI and Machine learning seem to be used interchangeably to describe functionality, which only bolsters the argument of widespread inaccuracy since they are, by definition, not the same.

John Sumser, principal author and editor-in-chief of the HRExaminer, set out to discover AI’s impact to HR with his most recent research and session titled, “Artificial Intelligence: Making Sense Out of All the Claims.”  The report sought to set realistic expectations about emerging predictive technologies and get us thinking about the true costs of ownership. For TA professionals, AI offers the opportunity to shorten hiring windows, predictively determine a potential candidates performance, and surface stronger candidates intuitively.   

Regardless of your stance on the matter, AI vendors must deliver on a challenging promise:

• The creation of a cognitive system that augments an individual’s expertise.
• Allows for smarter, quicker, and more informed analysis.
• Seamlessly delivered insights to the stakeholder to make it digestible and actionable.

2. Digital Talent Acquisition Is Becoming More and More Like Marketing

Talent acquisition and marketing share many of the same principles in that each discipline employs an art and science to attract a targeted audience in order influence a specific action(s). At a more fundamental level, it’s all about the funnel. The days of ‘shooting from the hip’ and investing in the traditional channels/strategies to attract and engage the right candidates are over.  A prime example of this is Unilever, who in 2017, pivoted entirely from a costly, intensive, and suboptimal on-campus TA strategy to a digital-only approach. Challenging the ways of old, the Unilever team was able to optimize their entire TA funnel and created tremendous ROI.  Check out this webinar to see the full story.

With the right combination of timing, channels, content, and integrated technologies at each part of the talent acquisition funnel, employing a cutting-edge strategy will become a reality.  Specifically, creating an environment that optimizes a recruitment marketing mix that’s informed by data to:

• Create a year-long campaign calendarized approach for existing and forward-looking roles
• Do more with less, maximizing every budgeted dollar you have to drive awareness to target audiences
• Predicatively understand what channels drive the highest quality candidates through attribution reporting efforts
• Create transparency for internal business leaders to demonstrate TA value
• A digital candidate experience/journey that has intuitive UI/UX with timely communications that can be read and received on all devices and browsers

When done properly, this can result in a predictive model for TA.  Understanding what you can predictivity deliver with certain levels of investment, in which channels and when is a position of strength for HR professionals alike.

3. Hiring the Right Recruiters is Even More Important Than Ever Before

Your credentials and years of experience are one thing, but the difference between good and great are the underlying attributes that create consistency for top-tier performers.  According to a senior talent acquisition leader, “Of all the factors I’ve studied in the success of hiring great people, by far the number one driver is having the right recruiter. Recruiters who really know our jobs, our culture, and our hiring managers can find and bring in the best people.”  The very best in breed talent acquisition pros embody the following:

• Great Communication: whether it be internal or candidate facing, clear and direct communication skills are the primary prerequisites to being great.    
• Honesty: defaulting to transparency in any process is the cornerstone to establishing trust and authenticity to create a meaningful candidate experience.
• Be a Market Expert: in order to effectively attract top talent ‘you must do as the Romans do.’ Learning to speak the vernacular of the roles you’re responsible for recruiting for and immerse yourself in their discipline.
• A Sense of Urgency: timing and metrics matter, so why do TA professionals generally not act with ‘urgency’? Applying a sales like mentality/culture to TA has been a strategic way to solve for this at scale.
• Student of your Craft: continued education is a paramount part of anyone’s development.  Being in tune with the latest trends, technologies, and strategies guarantee a culture that strives for greatness and momentum for improvement.
• Embracing your Inner Marketer:  The synergistic principles that exist between marketing and talent acquisition pros are palpable in a digital world. Accessibility to data, people, and channels that create hyper-focused reach to the desired audiences with the goal of creating interest are one in the same for both disciplines.  The very best of TA pros create multi-channel marketing mixes to drive applicants to view and apply to their postings as opposed to the spray and pray strategies of the past.

4. Create an Authentic Employment Brand

Simply put, study after study proves that creating an employer brand that evokes both authenticity and human-like experiences attracts and converts the best talent. So the question is how do we create moments that reflect the aforementioned principles? What data do we need to acquire to inform that strategy? Are there standardized attributes that can be referenced to get started?  These are all important questions to answer in understanding and prioritizing your employment brand efforts in 2018.  However, it starts in understanding the correlation between your EVP (employer value proposition) and the perception of your potential employee base.  In measuring ‘perception’ credibility, attractiveness, and differentiation are areas to at the focal point of discovery via the following approaches:

• Brand Sentiment Surveys
• Campaign Testing
• Focus Groups & Panels

When conducted properly, the data acquired via those approaches will inform your employment brand strategy with an emphasis on delivering authentically and consistency in all mediums.

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For more info, please contact us email engage@wayup.com!

WayUp is the leading talent acquisition platform to reach, recruit, and engage college student and recent graduates.  With an ever-growing marketplace of 4M+ candidates, employers can post entry-level jobs, go direct-to-talent via sourcing tools, and leverage employer branding solutions to transform their early career TA strategies.

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It’s no secret that January is a hot month to apply for jobs.

Whether they’re an underclassmen trying to get internship applications in before the semester picks up, or a senior trying to figure out what they want to do after graduation, January is the time when students put their career goals into motion.

New year new you right?!

In honor of all that job searching happening this month, we surveyed over 750 students and asked them to rank what is most important to them when evaluating a potential employer. We’re not talking about perks like great snacks and gym discounts. This is about the stuff that actually matters — such as company culture, advancement opportunities, inclusivity, and more.

Check out our findings below!

Work-life balance is more important than you think.

Of the general population of 750 students we surveyed, 48.5% said that work-life balance was one of the three most important attributes they evaluate when picking an employer. Interestingly, this number jumped to 52.9% among diverse students (African Americans, Hispanics, and multiracial individuals), and 59.5% when it came to asking students studying business. Also worth noting: work-life balance does not mean an equal balance between work and play. What it truly means is whether your company correctly prioritizes the things that matter most to employees such as health, leisure time, and family.

Corporate America, listen up: The next generation of business minds needs work-life balance. Younger workers value things like exercise, travel, and family just as much as they care about advancing in their career.

When it comes to recruiting younger employees, make sure that you communicate that work-life balance is taken seriously in your organization!

Young job searchers look for companies with a purpose-driven culture—that also aligns with their values.  

Right after work-life balance and salary (because let’s face it, we’ve all got bills to pay), students ranked company culture as an important consideration when picking an employer.

43.9% of the general population of students rated having a “purpose-driven culture aligned with my personal values” as one of their three key requirements when evaluating an employer. Interestingly enough, students majoring in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) didn’t rank this condition quite as highly. Only 39.7% ranked this among their top-three aspects when figuring out where to work.

Why does this matter? Students want to work for a company that sees eye to eye with them. Whether its environmental sustainability or LGBTQ support, young workers want to know that their employer shares their values when it comes to social issues.

Not everyone prioritizes big name brands.

It’s no secret that many students want to work for companies with recognizable names. According to our survey, 33.7% of students listed “a company name to build my resume” as one of their three most important requirements.

Also interesting: big names seem to be more critical to women and minority students. 35.2% of female students surveyed ranked this attribute in their top three, and 42% of diverse students did.

Interestingly, MBA candidates and STEM majors felt less strongly about brand names. Only 27.4% of MBA students and 31.8% of STEM students surveyed ranked this as one of their three most crucial attributes when searching for a job.

Companies with recognizable brand names certainly have an easier time attracting talent. However, if this survey shows anything, it’s that students care about much more than “just a label.”

Students want to see that their work has a real impact.

Whether going to work for a Fortune 500 organization or a growing startup, students want to see that their work has a real impact on the company.

Out of all the students we surveyed, 38.3% said that a workplace where they can see the impact of their contributions was one of their three most critical components when choosing an employer.

Interestingly, women and STEM students ranked this slightly lower than the general group: Only 36.3% of women and 36.4% of STEM students said this was one of their top three attributes. Meanwhile, diverse students and MBA candidates ranked this attribute higher: 43.1% of STEM students and 40.7% of MBAs said that this was a top priority.

Students value transparency and want to see that their work drives real results. They want to know why they are building a specific spreadsheet or designing a special newsletter. Even if it seems obvious, always share the “big picture” impact with the students and recent grads you are looking to hire.

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This survey was conducted from September 2017 – October 2017 among 750 undergrad and MBA students, with a primary focus on Business and Physical Engineering majors that had a proper distribution across gender and year of study.

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We all know how stressful and scary interviews can be. You don’t know what hiring managers are going to ask, how much you should know about the company and so many other things. Before you start getting all worked up, take a deep breath and remember that ultimately, if it is meant to be, it will be.

Below are five things I’ve done before heading into nerve-wracking job interviews, and they really helped me keep calm.

1. Remember that employers already like what they see.

Chances are you’ve already given a hiring manager your resume and cover letter, and you’ve made it to the next round! While it’s definitely important to be prepared for some difficult questions about yourself and the company (you can use the WayUp Guide to prepare here), it’s important to remember that the employer’s already shown interest in you and wants to hear all about your experiences. That’s why you’re here in the first place!

2. Do something beforehand that makes you feel confident.

So, you’re about to walk into a room to impress a bunch of strangers. Make sure you can walk into that room like you just won a Grammy. Okay, maybe that’s a bit excessive, but treat yo’ self beforehand, so that you walk in there feeling your best.

Indulging in some of the things you love is a great way to feel awesome before an interview. Listening to your favorite hype song or sneaking a piece of chocolate may make all the difference. As the old saying goes, look good to feel good.

3. Give yourself plenty of time.

Try and wake up at least two hours before the interview. You don’t want to leave a groggy first impression now, do you? Make yourself a nice cup of coffee (if coffee is your thing) and something to eat so you’re as alert as possible. Take some time to go over your notes, and minimize any possible pre-interview morning anxieties.

4. Use Google to your advantage.

You have all the answers on the world-wide-web right at your fingertips. Use it. Research the company beforehand to look into common interview questions (again, did we mention we have all that information for you here?). Remember, there’s no excuse for a lack of preparation, especially in the digital age. You’ll have some peace of mind knowing you looked up everything you could.

5. Get some help meditating.

If you just can’t get rid of those pre-interview jitters, check out some meditation apps. Once again, take advantage of all the billions of resources technology provides at your fingertips! My favorite is the Calm app, but another great one is Headspace.

Remember, this interview is just one tiny part of your life story. If this job doesn’t happen to work out, there will be plenty more opportunities for you down the line. Regardless, this is a learning experience, and you’re going to rock it!

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My name’s Brandon Santulli and I’m an Executive Assistant (EA) here at WayUp. This is the story of what happened when I wore mismatched socks to my interview with Liz Wessel, CEO of the company.

In 2015, I graduated from The King’s College in NYC with a degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE). A couple years after graduating, I knew I wanted to enter the world of tech—despite my non-tech major. Once I found out I landed an EA interview with WayUp’s CEO, I knew I’d have to get creative in order to get my foot in the door.

I wasn’t about to take 30 minutes with Liz for granted, so to stand out and prove I was serious about this opportunity, I decided to learn as much as possible about her. Anyone can go into an interview and list generic information pulled from the company website. Those who are truly dedicated to making an impression need to work harder with their preparations and study up.  Cue the Rocky theme.

Fortunately, after a quick Google search, I discovered Liz was involved in most of WayUp’s press opportunities. This left me with a mountain of podcasts filled with useful information. During my daily runs the week before the interview, I listened to every podcast Liz was featured on, taking mental notes of peculiar facts. Two that stood out were:

1. She never wears matching socks and
2. She studied Japanese

Fast forward to the interview. After going through the standard motions (“what’s your greatest weakness?,” “why WayUp?,” “tell me about a time you made a mistake,” etc.) Liz and I were coming to the end of our conversation.

Before parting ways, the following conversation ensued:

Me: “I was just wondering, do you still wear mismatched socks every day?”
Liz: [Taken aback a moment] “I do. Great research.”
Me: “Well, after hearing you talk about it on a podcast, I thought I’d give it a try today.”

I then showed off my one blue and white polka dot sock and one Union Jack sock. It was a hit.

Liz let out a genuine laugh and said, “that is one of the top three things I’ve ever seen someone do in an interview!” After saying goodbye, I immediately sent a thank-you email with the subject line “Arigatou Gozaimasu”—“thank you” in Japanese.

The rest is history. I got an offer to be the Executive Assistant to Liz and a couple other C-Suite leaders, and have been in the role since September 2017. Liz told me later on that I really stood out among the other candidates because of my research. After all, the best assistants do their homework and often stand out because of the attention they pay to details.

To summarize, the main thing you should take away from this is to study and prepare before an interview. As a recent grad trying to enter the workforce, you have years of experience studying for papers, quizzes, and tests. Preparing for an interview should be no different. By “study” I don’t mean the basics like what job you’re applying for and the name of the company. You need to go beyond the surface level to uncover unique bits of knowledge that showcase your passion for the company, desire to become a part of it, and appreciation of quirky socks.

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Whether you majored in accounting, computer science, math, or something completely different, professional services organization Ernst & Young LLP (EY) might have a job for you.

That’s because EY hires more recent college grads than most other companies in the US. So how do you get your foot in the door? And what’s it like once you get there? We asked Natasha Stough, Director of Campus Recruiting for EY Americas, for the details.

What does EY do?
We’re a very large professional services organization. Our core function is to provide seamless auditing and accounting, tax, transaction and consulting services to clients ranging from emerging growth companies to global powerhouses.

What do you do at EY?
I lead campus recruiting efforts for EY Americas. We hire thousands of college students every year for entry-level and internship positions—and my team and I get to give them that job offer. Being able to do that never gets old. A lot of people play it cool on the phone, but one time someone didn’t hang up fast enough and I heard them say “oh my gosh mom, I got the job!”

Why is EY a great place to start your career?
One of the reasons I’ve been here for so long is that the leaders are extremely forward-thinking and supportive. They’re thinking thoughtfully about how we can serve our clients now and prepare to serve them in the future.

We also listen to what our employees want and need. For example, because of employee feedback, we now offer a health and wellness benefit. You get to define what’s key to your well-being (like a gym membership, wellness-related courses, or buying a treadmill for your home) and we’ll reimburse you for a portion of that.

There are so many different entry-level jobs at EY. How does someone figure out the best fit for them
We’ll help you learn about the company and all the opportunities available for different majors and backgrounds. Then we start digging deeper to help you learn more about our business, how we serve our clients, and what that might mean for you in terms of a job here.  It’s important for applicants to consider what is important to them in their job search, and what type of role they are seeking.

What type of backgrounds are you looking to hire?
We hire a lot of students out of accounting and business programs, which is what most people think about when they hear “EY” or “professional services”. But we are expanding our recruitment—and not just for our consulting practice. We’re also hiring computer science, finance, engineering, and math majors, and some MBA and PhD students, too.

What’s the reason for hiring recent grads with more technical backgrounds?
More and more, we’re helping our clients solve technical challenges related to automation, robotics, and AI. We need to create a pipeline of students with a background in these technologies across all areas of our business.

How can a recent college grad stand out to EY’s recruiting team?
Be a knowledgeable candidate. These days, you have so much information at your fingertips. You don’t need to know everything about EY (or any company you’re applying to), but certainly do your homework.

For instance, if you’re getting ready to go to your school’s career fair, take a look at the companies attending and find the ones that have job postings you’re interested in. Make sure you can ask targeted questions when you get there. You could say to a recruiter: “I looked at your website and realized you have opportunities in consulting and transactions. I’m a finance major. Would you mind helping me understand what those would look like for me?”

Be an engaged candidate. Think through what is important to you in your job search, and prepare three key questions around those topics.  This helps you prepare for interactions with recruiters, professionals or partners, and targets your questions around what is critical to you.  While “tell me about what sets your firm apart” is a fine question, I recommend a more targeted approach.

Ready to see what opportunities EY has for you? Explore open positions on WayUp now!

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This post originally appeared on Society of Grownups. 

I’m a student. How can I stick to a budget and still have a social life?

Here at Society of Grownups, we often hear from students who want to budget responsibly. And kudos to them—it’s tempting to take that big initial check of grants and loans, the available line on a new credit card, and the funds from a work-study job right to Amazon, the mall, or a pub.

Savvy Grownups know that resisting those initial temptations can go far, money-wise, and that smart financial decisions, starting now, can really pay off in both the short- and long term.

It’s not all willpower, however: Ariel Anderson, one of our CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professionals, has tips for school-going Grownups who need a little help with budgeting.

Prioritize and Plan
Decide what’s important—prioritize goals, and how soon you’d like to achieve them. Then take a look at where you’ve been spending. Does it match your goals?

Over time, you want to build good spending habits, and sticking to a plan is the way to get there. Here’s how to get started:

1. Jot down every asset. (It may not be much, but don’t get discouraged.) Then, write down everything owed.
2. Determine earnings: What’s coming in? Use a monthly schedule to start tracking.
3. Calculate expenses: What’s outgoing each month?

Then, look ahead.

“Consider how much you earn, owe, and spend on a monthly basis. How much do you have and how long does it have to last?” says Anderson. “Then, take a deeper look and bucket your expenses into wants and needs.  Think of everything—school supplies, transportation costs, dining out from time to time—and see if you can identify any areas to cut out in order to find some wiggle room.”

If your cash flow is negative, get creative about cutting your expenses. Renegotiate your cable contract or share a Netflix account with your best friend. Price shop for groceries instead of accepting the mark-ups at the local convenience store. Maybe even opt for a roommate or cheaper apartment to lower your rent. There are many ways, both big and small, to positively impact on your bottom line. On the flip side, look into getting a side hustle for when you’re not studying. Even a few hours a week will bring in some extra cash!

Embrace the Student Lifestyle
It pays to be aware, and to say no. Resist peer pressure! You don’t need to do every social activity as your friends. To reduce mindless spending, pick and choose only those activities that appeal most to you.

Take advantage of everything you have access to. “Tuition and activity fees often cover a wide range of items, including meal plans, library access, printing services, and gym memberships,” says Anderson. “You already paid for these things, so you might as well use them. And always take advantage of free or low-cost events on campus or around your community. There are tons! For example, I went to college in Boston, and the Boston Public Library gives out free museum passes. Get your friends involved and you’ve found a free social activity.”

Avoid overspending by setting aside money in advance, say $50 at the beginning of the month for coffee. Take advantage of prepaid cards or apps, and once you run out in a given month, it’s done.

Guard your credit card! Be mindful of when you use it and how—and make sure you pay your monthly bill on time.

“Be careful about using your credit card at the bar or opening a tab,” Anderson says. “Instead, take a certain amount of cash out of an ATM and consider that your budget for the night. When you run out of cash, you’re done spending for the evening!”

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