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6 Potential Career Paths for Business Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 1, 2023

Business is a common popular undergraduate major. A lot of different majors and interest areas fall under the umbrella of business, allowing for a diverse group of students to study it. Business doesn’t only mean contracts and negotiations—it means working together with others toward a common goal. Here are some jobs that business majors can …

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Why You Should Consider Doing At Least One Internship

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most advice articles regarding college preparation strongly recommend doing at least one internship during the summer break before you go off to college. You may resist the idea at first—it seems a shame to have to spend the last summer before college working. Here’s why you should heed the advice and do that internship instead. …

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Potential Career Paths for History Majors

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on April 5, 2024

History is a diverse and exciting major that explores topics ranging from art and architecture to politics through the ages. Potential careers for history majors are just as diverse and exciting. Museums, libraries, schools, publications, and even federal and state governments hire people with a history degree. History is an exciting major that explores a …

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Why STEM Education is an Investment in Students’ Futures

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 4, 2025

Key Takeaways:  STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Receiving a STEM education results in high-paying careers and job stability, given the projected growth and numerous job openings in these fields, and it also develops a wide range of soft and hard skills that can be used in various industries. When educators …

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Understanding The Value Of Internships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

A summer internship is a short-term job opportunity that allows you to obtain introductory hands-on experience in a particular career field.  When looking for information on what a certain professional entails or which career would be the best fit for you, you will often be advised to do an internship so you can make a …

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Tips For Finding Internships For College Credit

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Some internships will offer college credit as a sort of compensation for your hard work. Some majors even require that you complete a relevant internship for college credits. These tips will help you narrow down your search for the most suitable internship. Start Your Internship Search At Your School When you’re looking for an internship to …

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7 College Majors to Consider If You Want to Be a Lawyer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on May 17, 2024

There are several college majors you can consider if you want to be a lawyer. The best majors for a career in law are those that focus on critical thinking, research, debating, and writing. A strong GPA and high LSAT scores are the two most important factors for acceptance into law school. If you are …

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10 Great Jobs For Economics Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on July 23, 2024

Jobs for economics majors can range from financial analysts to market research analysts to actuaries. All of these are fantastic career paths for anyone who is analytical and has a good head for numbers and finance. Plus, economic majors are in demand more than ever. If you are considering a career path in economics, here …

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11 Job Interview Tips for Students

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on April 11, 2023

Going to your first job interview as a college student can be intimidating. However, coming across as a professional adult is possible with just a bit of practice. The more you practice, the more comfortable you’ll feel, so take these 11 job interview tips for college students into account including dress to impress, brush up …

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Deciding Who to Job Shadow

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

Job shadowing someone is a great way to learn information about careers you’re interested in. You likely have an intended career path or field, making some decisions easier than others. If you want to get into wedding photography. For example, you’re not going to follow a muralist or an HR head. But figuring out who …