How To?
Use LinkedIn for a successful job search
Read a step-by-step breakdown from one of our educational counselors on how to use LinkedIn to land your next job.
Help is available for students with disabilities
Returning to college as an adult can be challenging, particularly if you have a disability. Student services staff offer a few tips for finding resources and accommodations to support your academic journey.
Transferring to a 4-year school may be worth it
Earning a bachelor’s degree can boost your career — and your salary. Here are six tips for transferring to a 4-year school after earning your associate degree.
Manage expectations when returning to school
Tips on setting priorities, communicating needs and maintaining your well-being.
Seek clarity on remote work in a job search
Tips for job seekers on balancing issues of personal health and safety with employer expectations for remote or in-person work.
How to talk to your boss about coping during COVID
A career counselor explains how to navigate difficult work situations during the pandemic by sharing needs and concerns with your boss.
How to nurture your network during a pandemic
A UW–Madison career counselor shares four strategies for connecting with your network in unprecedented times.
How to get experience in your field if you can’t get hired
Seven tips for getting the experience you need for the job you want
Lifelong learning for the 100-year life
Strategies for reinventing higher education in a time of longer lifespans.
Building an online portfolio that’s right for you
If you’re applying for jobs in publishing, public relations, web design, or another creative field, be prepared to share an online portfolio.