Too Good to Be True? How to Spot a Job Scam Before It’s Too Late

We get it, when a job offer lands in your inbox with great pay, flexible hours, and zero interviews, it can feel like you just hit the jackpot. But if it sounds too good to be true… it probably is.

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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CORE Learning Hub: Learn Anytime, Anywhere with Udemy Business

We’re excited to introduce the CORE Learning Hub, your new online resource for skill-building and career development.

Through Udemy Business, Augustana students now have free access to thousands of courses and curated CORE playlists focused on communication, teamwork, leadership, problem …

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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6 Things That Will Actually Help FUTURE YOU

I came across this article that included a list of Six from the best by Laura Keir, CEO of Protein Works, while catching up on email over spring break, and it really stuck with me.

Her perspective on work, decision-making, …

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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Create A LinkedIn Profile in a Different Language 🌎

🌎 Make your LinkedIn profile work for a global audience!

Did you know you can create your LinkedIn profile in multiple languages? Adding another language helps recruiters and connections around the world discover your experience and skills more easily.

✨ Create a …

By Claire Martino
Claire Martino
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Medical School Personal Statement Guide (With Examples & Analysis) [2026]

Admissions committees read thousands of applications every cycle. Your GPA and MCAT score can only take you so far. When your numbers match everyone else’s, your medical school personal statement is the only thing that sets you apart. It’s your …

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🚀 Spotlight on the Career Readiness Learning Hub

Career prep doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Augustana’s Career Readiness Learning Hub makes it easy to build the skills employers are looking for, on your schedule, in a format that works for you.

By Laura Kestner-Ricketts
Laura Kestner-Ricketts Executive Director, Career and Professional Development
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How to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Find the Job You Really Want

Portrait of young businesspeople with laptop

It’s easy to stick with what you know. Applying for the same types of jobs with familiar responsibilities feels safe. After all, employers want candidates with direct experience, right?

Yes, but limiting your search …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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Who’s Hiring? Explore New Nonprofit Jobs

Clicked one of these organizations only to find that they’re no longer hiring? To keep you apprised of the latest in social-impact opportunities, all listings on idealist.org have a predetermined expiration date.

If you’ve missed the boat on any of …

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The Most Important Skills for a Job in Tech, According to Forage Data

Nearly one in five U.S. job postings in 2023 doesn’t require a degree, up from 15% in 2021, according to LinkedIn. As an increasing number of employers shift to skills-based hiring, job seekers in the tech industry need to understand …

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Networking Effectively During an Internship

A great internship is full of potential for your career. For starters, an internship can provide a direct path to full-time employment, but this isn’t necessarily a guarantee. Something you can always control is the way in which you interact …

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Harnessing the Power of Social Media: Alumni Outreach and Digital Networking

In our rapidly evolving digital age, social media platforms have revolutionized the way we connect, share, and engage. For educational institutions, leveraging social media for alumni outreach is not just a trend but a powerful strategy for building and maintaining …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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