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Career Planning During the COVID-19 Quarantine

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Although many states are still shut down completely due to the coronavirus, there are plenty of ways you can work on your career planning and strategies during quarantine. Here are some great ideas to help you get started. Network Conferences and businesses may be closed in response to COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean you still …

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7 Benefits of Summer Internships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 11, 2024

The idea of spending the summer working internships might not sound particularly exciting, but the substantial benefits make it worthwhile. Here’s a look at our top reasons why you should line up a summer internship as a college student. Benefits of Summer Internships 1. Insight Into A Career You’re Interested In You’ve spent months in …

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Defining the Job Outlook in the 2026 Market

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 17, 2026

Key Takeaways: Job outlook uses real-world data to inform you if a certain career is growing or declining over a period of time. Job outlook is important because it ensures there’s job sustainability and provides insight into the future demand of a specific career field. The fastest-growing jobs from 2024 to 2034 include wind turbine …

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Top 10 Careers with the Highest Projected Job Growth (Master’s Degree)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

A lot of factors play into picking a career for yourself. Elements can include interest, job availability, salary, and plenty more. However, one often overlooked part is projected job growth rate—or how in-demand a job will be in the future. After all, it’d be frustrating to study up, earn a degree, graduate, and then realize …

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5 Things You Need for Your Internship

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026

Are you attending an internship this year? It’s a great experience that can help with both resume and skill building—especially if it relates to what you’re majoring in. You’ll need a few things to make sure it’s a success! It’s always better to come prepared. Check out these five items that are available on Amazon …

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A Breakdown and List of College Degrees

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Have you ever wondered just how many different degrees are offered to you through colleges and universities? It’s important to learn about what’s available, because some jobs demand 2 year degrees while others ask for Doctorates. Here’s a breakdown and list of college degrees, both undergraduate and graduate. List of College Degrees Undergraduate Associate’s degree …

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4 Reasons High School Students Should Do a Summer Internship

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve often heard of college students and recent college graduates getting internships, but did you know it’s also beneficial for high school students to take part in one? It’s something you’ll definitely want to consider! Here are four reasons you should do a summer internship as a high school student. Reason #1: A Summer Internship …

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Why PathwayU is a Great Career Resource for Students

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

With any journey, it helps to know where you’re going. The same definitely goes for knowing what you want to study in college, or what career you’d like to pursue after graduation. There are plenty of benefits to having an idea of your career path (not least of which is saving money in college). But …

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So You Want to Be a Teacher? 4 Steps to Take

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re thinking about being a teacher, congratulations! It’s an exciting career that can be extremely rewarding, especially if it’s your passion to help kids and educate others. If becoming a teacher or professor is something you’re considering, here are some things to know about the journey and steps you’ll have to take to reach …

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Tips for Being a Stand-Out Intern

By Jackie RobersonLast updated on December 22, 2022

While you’ll obviously be quite busy during your degree program, working on your studies and potentially in a part-time job as well, it’s important to spend time thinking about your career prospects and pathways right now, even though you haven’t yet graduated. To ensure you land a great job once you have completed your degree, …