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From writing your resume to building your professional network, find resources to support your unique career journey.

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Crafting an Objective for your Resume: A Comprehensive Guide [+ Templates]

The objective on a resume provides a brief explanation of your professional goals to potential employers. Learn more about resume objectives and how to use them effectively.

February 3, 2022

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30 Career-Focused Questions to Ask in an Interview 

This article offers 30 questions to ask an interviewer or potential employer during an interview, along with tips on which questions to prioritize.

February 2, 2022

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Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Consider asking these six questions to your interviewer or potential employer at the end of an interview.

February 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A woman in business casual clothing reviews resumes.

Crafting an Objective for your Resume: A Comprehensive Guide [+ Templates]

The objective on a resume provides a brief explanation of your professional goals to potential employers. Learn more about resume objectives and how to use them effectively.

February 3, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Two women in business casual clothing are interviewing one another.

30 Career-Focused Questions to Ask in an Interview 

This article offers 30 questions to ask an interviewer or potential employer during an interview, along with tips on which questions to prioritize.

February 2, 2022

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Top courses for career success

University of California, Irvine

Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Cash Management, Business Planning, Planning, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Delegation Skills, Entrepreneurship, Peer Review, Team Leadership, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Professional Networking, Financial Analysis, Communication Strategies, Communication, Emotional Intelligence

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
44K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Presentations, Interpersonal Communications, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Constructive Feedback, Creative Thinking, Root Cause Analysis, Team Building, Virtual Teams, Team Oriented, Public Speaking, Agile Methodology, Microsoft PowerPoint, Client Services, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Business Research

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Meta

Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, User Research, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures, Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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11 Interviewing Skills to Benefit Your Career

Improving your interview skills can help you have more confidence, poise, and professionalism while applying for work. Master these key interviewing skills to feel confident in any interview situation.

February 2, 2022

Article

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Follow-Up Emails After an Interview: Scenarios, Samples, and Templates

There are a few different reasons why you'd send a follow-up email after an interview. Learn when this type of communication is appropriate and what to say in your email.

February 2, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person with curly hair and glasses works on a resume on a pink laptop computer.

10 Ways to Improve Your Resume 

Your resume is often a first impression for potential employers. Make it a good one with these tips.

January 31, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in a yellow shirt and black jacket sits at a table working on her resume. She's looking to her right like she's thinking about something.

How Far Back Should Your Resume Go?

Generally, experts recommend keeping about 10-15 years of work experience on your resume, but that guidance changes depending on your professional history.

January 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in a yellow sweater with glasses looking at a resume

How to List Resume References: A Job Seeker's Guide + Sample

To include or not include? That is the question. Instead of including references on your resume, how about creating a resume reference list you can provide to recruiters upon request instead? Learn how to do it.

January 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A woman in a white blouse sits in front of her laptop during a Zoom interview.

Zoom Interview Tips: A Guide For Your Online Interview

Interviewing on Zoom comes with its own set of benefits and challenges. Learn how to prepare to set yourself up for job success.

December 17, 2021

Article

Student walking around campus

How to Get Your First Job: A Guide

Getting your first job can be a confusing process. Here's a guide on how to navigate it.

August 10, 2021

Article

[Featured image] A young woman sits at a table in a cafe writing a resume for her first job on a laptop computer with stickers on it. She has a cup of coffee in front of her on the table.

How to Make a Resume for Your First Job (+ Template)

A resume is a document you use to show potential employers your qualifications. Learn how to build your first resume, even with no prior work experience.

August 10, 2021

Article

[Featured Image] Two women are talking to each other.

Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Consider asking these six questions to your interviewer or potential employer at the end of an interview.

February 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] Two coworkers are facing each other and talking while sitting at a desk

11 Interviewing Skills to Benefit Your Career

Improving your interview skills can help you have more confidence, poise, and professionalism while applying for work. Master these key interviewing skills to feel confident in any interview situation.

February 2, 2022

Article

[Featured Image] A woman in a coral turtle neck is at home looking through her laptop. On her table has a cup of orange juice, her phone, and a white mug.

Follow-Up Emails After an Interview: Scenarios, Samples, and Templates

There are a few different reasons why you'd send a follow-up email after an interview. Learn when this type of communication is appropriate and what to say in your email.

February 2, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A person with curly hair and glasses works on a resume on a pink laptop computer.

10 Ways to Improve Your Resume 

Your resume is often a first impression for potential employers. Make it a good one with these tips.

January 31, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in a yellow shirt and black jacket sits at a table working on her resume. She's looking to her right like she's thinking about something.

How Far Back Should Your Resume Go?

Generally, experts recommend keeping about 10-15 years of work experience on your resume, but that guidance changes depending on your professional history.

January 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] Woman in a yellow sweater with glasses looking at a resume

How to List Resume References: A Job Seeker's Guide + Sample

To include or not include? That is the question. Instead of including references on your resume, how about creating a resume reference list you can provide to recruiters upon request instead? Learn how to do it.

January 24, 2022

Article

[Featured image] A woman in a white blouse sits in front of her laptop during a Zoom interview.

Zoom Interview Tips: A Guide For Your Online Interview

Interviewing on Zoom comes with its own set of benefits and challenges. Learn how to prepare to set yourself up for job success.

December 17, 2021

Article

Student walking around campus

How to Get Your First Job: A Guide

Getting your first job can be a confusing process. Here's a guide on how to navigate it.

August 10, 2021

Article

[Featured image] A young woman sits at a table in a cafe writing a resume for her first job on a laptop computer with stickers on it. She has a cup of coffee in front of her on the table.

How to Make a Resume for Your First Job (+ Template)

A resume is a document you use to show potential employers your qualifications. Learn how to build your first resume, even with no prior work experience.

August 10, 2021

Article

Congratulations! If you've made it here you're ready to make a change in your career. To make it easier to take the next step, we've broken down the job search process into key tasks with a wealth of free resources to make your move easier. Bookmark this page to refer to throughout your job search—we'll be adding new resources regularly.

  • Resumes and cover letters

  • Job applications

  • Professional networking

  • Work-life balance

  • Portfolio projects

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