The Johnnies Blog
Why You Should Consider a Career in Internal Audit
Choosing the right career path can be a daunting decision. You want a career that offers stability, growth, and a chance to make a meaningful impact. One career path that provides all of this and more is internal audit.
In this article, you get a clear look at what internal auditors do, why this career is growing so quickly, and furthermore, how earning a master’s degree at St. John’s University can help you build long-term success in this in-demand profession.
How to Land a Job After College: Career Insights from Recent Graduates
Should you apply to 100 jobs? Send messages on LinkedIn? Wait for opportunities to come your way? Landing your first job after college can feel overwhelming, almost like a full-time job itself. So, what does it take to make a good first impression and take the next step in your career?
Is Your Résumé Ready for the Current Job Market? 8 Quick Fixes
Here’s the reality: most student or recent graduate résumés aren’t as polished as they need to be. Maybe the layout is cluttered, the language is too generic, or the impact of your experiences isn’t clear. Employers see so many applications that small issues can quickly push a résumé aside.
The good news? These are simple fixes. With a few intentional updates, you can turn your résumé into a document that’s clear, professional, and ready to grab attention in a competitive job market. Here are eight updates, shared by St. John’s University Career Services professionals, to help you get started.
Why Career Research Matters (and How to Actually Do It)
See why career research matters and how experts at St. John’s University, Queens, NY, help you find careers that align with your strengths and aspirations.
What Recruiters Want in Interns: Advice from Career Services
Learn from St. John’s University Career Services, Queens, NY, what recruiters look for in interns.
5 AI-Powered Interview Hacks Grad Students Are Using Right Now (Are You)?
From smart résumé tools to virtual mock interviews, explore 5 AI job tips from experts at St. John’s University, Queens, NY, to help you prep for interviews.
How a Global Service Trip Transformed My Career and Life Perspective
Read how a St. John’s University service trip to Panama helped a communications student learn connection to humanity from Indigenous communities.
How to Get into the Cybersecurity Field
Whether you are a career-changer or a recent graduate looking to break into the cybersecurity industry, there are a few key things you can do to succeed.
How to Build Your Personal Brand as a Student or Young Professional
Think personal branding is just for influencers or people with shiny business cards? Not anymore.
Whether in college, working part-time, or still figuring things out, you already have a personal brand. The real question is whether you’re intentionally building it or letting it develop on its own without your input.
As a university career advisor, I’ve worked with dozens of students and young professionals learning to own their voice early. In this post, I break down what personal brand means and give clear, actionable steps to shape your brand with intention.
