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#GWCareerSuccess Blog

Whatever your definitions of success looks like, #GWCareerSuccess blog is a space for GW students, staff, faculty, alumni and employers to share their stories…
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by Julia Goldman | B.A. Candidate in International Affairs | ESIA ’18 In the past three years, I have traveled to the NASA Ames Research Center in California, ate a casual dinner with a four-… Casual, Candidate, Research Centre, Professional Development, Advocacy, Development, Debate, Professional, Nasa
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GW Debate: Advocacy & Professional Development
by Julia Goldman | B.A. Candidate in International Affairs | ESIA ’18 In the past three years, I have traveled to the NASA Ames Research Center in California, ate a casual dinner with a four-…
By Holly Ratcliffe  ∣  BA International Development  ∣ ESIA ’15 Okay, maybe it’s not the greatest idea to totally forget about your degree – and I highly recommend you keep studying for… International Development, Degrees, Elliott, Networking, Studying, Forget, Definition Of Success, Holly
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Forget About Your Degree, Graduate with a B.A. in Networking
By Holly Ratcliffe ∣ BA International Development ∣ ESIA ’15 Okay, maybe it’s not the greatest idea to totally forget about your degree – and I highly recommend you keep studying for…
By Jazmin Kay ∣ Bachelor of Arts in Political Science ∣ May 2019 (expected) From a young age, I have always been motivated by the power to create positive change. This passion for advocating for ot… Bachelor Of Arts, People, Connecting People, Political Science, Science, Change, Age, Industrial Trend
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Connecting People with Politics: My Internship at the White House
By Jazmin Kay ∣ Bachelor of Arts in Political Science ∣ May 2019 (expected) From a young age, I have always been motivated by the power to create positive change. This passion for advocating for ot…
By Rachel Dimston Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs May 2017 (expected)  As you study in Gelman and drown your sorrows at Tonic, you will often overhear other students, both undergraduate a… Study, Colleges, Undergraduate, Experience, Abroad, Students, Community, Study Abroad
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How to Leverage Study Abroad Experience to Get a Job or Internship
By Rachel Dimston Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs May 2017 (expected) As you study in Gelman and drown your sorrows at Tonic, you will often overhear other students, both undergraduate a…
By: Adrienne Coulter B.S. in Chemistry Minor in Biology May 2017 (expected) When I was a freshman here at GW, I was in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. I was so impressed with… Chemistry, Biology, Applied Science, School Of Engineering, Engineering, Freshman, School
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By: Adrienne Coulter B.S. in Chemistry Minor in Biology May 2017 (expected) When I was a freshman here at GW, I was in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. I was so impressed with…
Eve Boyle Ph.D. Candidate in Hominid Paleobiology (Expected 2019) Following in the footsteps of the First Annual GW Women in STEM Symposium, this year’s installment was an even greater success. Whi… Fashion, Tops, Traditional, Annual, Women, Eve, Hominid, Ph
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Building a Tradition: 2nd Annual GW Women in STEM Symposium
Eve Boyle Ph.D. Candidate in Hominid Paleobiology (Expected 2019) Following in the footsteps of the First Annual GW Women in STEM Symposium, this year’s installment was an even greater success. Whi…
By: Victoria Rowe B.A. Human Services and Social Justice May 2017 (Expected) I always knew that I wanted to dedicate my career to something bigger than myself. As a Human Services major, I s… Teachers, Education, Victoria, Social Justice, Advocate, Human Services, Career, Decision Making, Teach For America
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My Journey to Teach For America
By: Victoria Rowe B.A. Human Services and Social Justice May 2017 (Expected) I always knew that I wanted to dedicate my career to something bigger than myself. As a Human Services major, I s…
Rachel A. Brown Assistant Provost for University Career Services George Washington University If I had to name two “secrets to my success” – they are being present and being grateful. While … Harvard Business Review, Washington University, Rachel, George, Success, Blog
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Even When You’re Brushing Your Teeth
Rachel A. Brown Assistant Provost for University Career Services George Washington University If I had to name two “secrets to my success” – they are being present and being grateful. While …
By: Danielle Zukoff  | B.S. in Economics  |  May 2019 (Expected) My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part Three-Final Chapter* My summer internship at Vested, a financial communications agenc… Summer, Economics, Chapter, Trending
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The Hardest Goodbye
By: Danielle Zukoff | B.S. in Economics | May 2019 (Expected) My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part Three-Final Chapter* My summer internship at Vested, a financial communications agenc…
By Michelle Migdalovich | BA in International Affairs and Economics |Class of 2016 There is no word to describe the job-search process better than daunting. You will be permanently in a suit and he… Job, Process, Job Search, Michelle, Tips, Wellness
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You’re Hired! Quick Tips for Finding a Job in the Consulting Field
By Michelle Migdalovich | BA in International Affairs and Economics |Class of 2016 There is no word to describe the job-search process better than daunting. You will be permanently in a suit and he…
By Clarke Indek / BS in Economics & Finance / May 2018 (Anticipated)… Alumni, Finance
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The Value of Alumni Mentors: DC Real Estate & Finance Alliance (REFA) Sophomore Mentoring Program
By Clarke Indek / BS in Economics & Finance / May 2018 (Anticipated)…
By Ambar Mesa | B.A. Economics | Expected May 2017 This summer I’m interning at… Market Research, 5 Ways, Mesa
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By Ambar Mesa | B.A. Economics | Expected May 2017 This summer I’m interning at…
By David Harvey | B.A. Political Science ’15 At The Meltzer Group, we help companies find world-class benefits to attract and retain the best… Health, Health Insurance, Employment, Insurance, Good Employee, Health Benefits, Student
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By David Harvey | B.A. Political Science ’15 At The Meltzer Group, we help companies find world-class benefits to attract and retain the best…
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By Sarah Dahnke M.A. International Development Studies Concentration in Water Resource Management in the Middle East and North Africa (Expected 2017) http://ow.ly/hS9i302CSbd Africa, East, Water Resources, North Africa, Middle East, North, Management
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By Sarah Dahnke M.A. International Development Studies Concentration in Water Resource Management in the Middle East and North Africa (Expected 2017) http://ow.ly/hS9i302CSbd
My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part Two by Danielle Zukoff, B.A. Economics ’19 After interning for seven weeks at Vested, a Manhattan communications firm that helps financial servi… Public Relations, Learning, Manhattan, Firm
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My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part Two by Danielle Zukoff, B.A. Economics ’19 After interning for seven weeks at Vested, a Manhattan communications firm that helps financial servi…
Guillermo J. Martinez | BA Political Science and Political Communication |  Expected Graduation Date: May 2017 | @GuilleMarti Many friends and students I work with at the GW Center for Career Servi… Friends, Political Communication, Work
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The Key to Networking & Success: 4 Steps
Guillermo J. Martinez | BA Political Science and Political Communication | Expected Graduation Date: May 2017 | @GuilleMarti Many friends and students I work with at the GW Center for Career Servi…
By Timothy R. Snowball Juris Doctor Candidate 2017 George Washington University Law School My name is Timothy Snowball. I am a current third year law student at the George Washington University Law… Law Student, Law School, Doctor, Law, Third
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By Timothy R. Snowball Juris Doctor Candidate 2017 George Washington University Law School My name is Timothy Snowball. I am a current third year law student at the George Washington University Law…
By Zachary Waldorf Bachelor of Arts Psychology and Organizational Sciences May 2018 (expected) I used to do Mock Trial in middle school. I was good at it then, but we often change as we move into y… Middle School, Middle, This Is Us, I Am Awesome
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How Much Is Your Degree Worth? Whatever You Make It To Be
By Zachary Waldorf Bachelor of Arts Psychology and Organizational Sciences May 2018 (expected) I used to do Mock Trial in middle school. I was good at it then, but we often change as we move into y…
By Danielle Zukoff B.A. Economics Expected May 2019 My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part One As a freshman, it’s common knowledge that a summer internship isn’t necessary. Most of my frie… Career Search, Knowledge, Common, Job Board, Counselors
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The Never-Ending and Hopeless Search
By Danielle Zukoff B.A. Economics Expected May 2019 My Freshman Summer Internship Experience: Part One As a freshman, it’s common knowledge that a summer internship isn’t necessary. Most of my frie…
By Chrissy James Career Exploration Coach GW Center for Career Services I found my career path through a mixture of self-assessment and the leveraging of transferable skills found through myriad ex… Tours, Nature, Trips, Inspiration, Fotos, Photo, Fotografie, Fotografia, Stock Photos
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Connecting the Dots on a Winding Path
By Chrissy James Career Exploration Coach GW Center for Career Services I found my career path through a mixture of self-assessment and the leveraging of transferable skills found through myriad ex…
By Julianna Hutchins Industry Career Coach for Business Sectors GW Center for Career Services When I recommend Lynda.com to students, the conversation usually goes something like this: Student: &#8… Web Design, Design, Linkedin, Insight, Student Web, Career Coach, Internet E, Higher Education
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Meet Lynda (AKA your new best friend)
By Julianna Hutchins Industry Career Coach for Business Sectors GW Center for Career Services When I recommend Lynda.com to students, the conversation usually goes something like this: Student: &#8…
Alex Bryant Graduate Fellow, GW Career Quest GW Center for Career Services Master of Public Administration Candidate (Expected 2017) In my LinkedIn review sessions with GW Career Quest-NYC students… Public, Career Inspiration, Career Success, Administration, Public Administration, Social Media Strategies
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Alex Bryant Graduate Fellow, GW Career Quest GW Center for Career Services Master of Public Administration Candidate (Expected 2017) In my LinkedIn review sessions with GW Career Quest-NYC students…
Alexis Lete Bachelor of Arts in Communication Minor in Journalism (Expected 2018) I’ve been raised to have a go-getter, competitive attitude my entire life.  To me, winning was everything and it st… Journalism, Entire, Shit Happens, You Definition, Make It Happen, Bachelor
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Alexis Lete Bachelor of Arts in Communication Minor in Journalism (Expected 2018) I’ve been raised to have a go-getter, competitive attitude my entire life. To me, winning was everything and it st…
By Bridget Smith B.A. Political Science, Minor in Geographic Information Systems (Expected 2017) Scene: The Director of the Central Intelligence Agency burst into the National Security Council with… Central Intelligence Agency, Council, Government, Director, American Government, System
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Crisis Averted and Mischief Managed: My Experience Running the American Government
By Bridget Smith B.A. Political Science, Minor in Geographic Information Systems (Expected 2017) Scene: The Director of the Central Intelligence Agency burst into the National Security Council with…
By Tamara Mizrachi Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs, Concentration in Global Public Health Minors in Sustainability, Sociocultural Anthropology May 2016 As a senior at George Washington Un… Job Interview, Interview, Public Health, Anthropology, Global, Dream Job
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Dream Job Interview? How to Make Sure You’re Prepared
By Tamara Mizrachi Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs, Concentration in Global Public Health Minors in Sustainability, Sociocultural Anthropology May 2016 As a senior at George Washington Un…
By Kara Zielinski B.S. in Biophysics (Expected 2018) My name is Kara Zielinski, a sophomore biophysics major, and I would like to talk to you about the benefits of a paid internship. I know that ma… Talk, Talking To You, Benefit, Kara
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A Paid Internship: Money is Not the Only Benefit
By Kara Zielinski B.S. in Biophysics (Expected 2018) My name is Kara Zielinski, a sophomore biophysics major, and I would like to talk to you about the benefits of a paid internship. I know that ma…
By Juman Kekhia B.A. in International Affairs and Dance, Minor in Sociocultural Anthropology May 2016 When I look back and think about why I initially applied to Teach For America (TFA), a flurry o… Teaching, Dance, Affair, Single Person, Tfa
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By Juman Kekhia B.A. in International Affairs and Dance, Minor in Sociocultural Anthropology May 2016 When I look back and think about why I initially applied to Teach For America (TFA), a flurry o…
By Laura Gomez Cadena, BA in International Affairs and Economics, GWU 2018 Studying abroad is a great opportunity. You not only get to embrace a different culture and different education system, bu… Blended Learning, International Students, Culture, Education System, Opportunity
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By Laura Gomez Cadena, BA in International Affairs and Economics, GWU 2018 Studying abroad is a great opportunity. You not only get to embrace a different culture and different education system, bu…
By Lorena Tapias De Pombo, GW ’17 Being a student at GWU has been an incredible adventure for me because of all the opportunities and things that I have been able to do. For me, the first yea… Adventure, Career Path, Class Management, Redefine, Lorena
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Redefining My Career Path: The Career Management Class
By Lorena Tapias De Pombo, GW ’17 Being a student at GWU has been an incredible adventure for me because of all the opportunities and things that I have been able to do. For me, the first yea…