We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: Why should students attend company information sessions?
Here’s are the reasons they shared:
Network
Discover New Opportunities
Build a Personal Relationship
Gain Name Recognition for Preferential Treatment
Learn Valuable Company Insights
Make Valuable Connections
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We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What advice would you give to someone who is trying to choose between two career paths?
Here is what they shared:
Be Clear and Confident About Your Interests and Abilities
Imagine Yourself in Both …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What benefits did you receive from engagement with Career Services?
Here is what they shared:
Strategic guidance to understand career direction
Access to helpful people and resources
Support building relationships and networking
Job opportunities …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What top deciding factors do employers look for during interviews?
Here is what they shared:
Value and Mission Sharing
Research
Integrity
Personality
Your Pitch for the Job
Eagerness to Join the Company
Value and …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What technology trends are you seeing in the workplace?
Here is what they shared:
Efficient Data Processing
Zero Trust Initiatives Drives Architecture Changes
Brick and Click Anonymity
Cloud Computing
Connectivity to the Edge
Data-Driven …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What skills do employers value most for entry-level business positions?
Here is what they shared:
Analytical Skills
Data Skills
Communication Skills
Ability to Learn New Systems and Tools
Competency in Excel
Culture-Fitness and …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: How did you make the most of your time at W. P. Carey to set yourself up for success after graduation?
Here’s how they recommended you maximize your time at W. P. Carey:
Attend …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is one piece of advice you would offer to a current W. P. Carey student on how to best prepare for the future world of work?
Here are 5 pieces of advice they …
We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What should students focus on when looking for their first job?
Here are the six tips they shared:
Discover What Excites You
Look for a Cultural Fit and Supportive Environment
Evaluate Your Direct Manager
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We asked W. P. Carey Alumni: What is a transferable skill, ability, or learning from your time at W. P. Carey that has been most helpful in your career?
Here is what they shared:
Ability To Get Through To Others …
