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Back-to-School Checklist: Must-Dos for Every College Student

Welcome back to school! Are you settling in? I hope so—Syllabus Week is probably over, and it's time to get to actual work. The year can absolutely fly by, so I thought now would be a good time to take …

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Financial Wellness Tips for College Students

Money is one of those necessary evils of life. Sure, it can be fun when we’ve got some extra money to spend on cool stuff, but there will be times when we struggle to make ends meet, which can be …

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3 Steps to Choosing Career Paths in Skilled Trades

Skilled trades are often overlooked as a viable and rewarding career option. They offer numerous advantages and opportunities for anyone looking for a fulfilling profession. To help you navigate through the plethora of choices, here are three steps to choosing …

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Military Precision Meets Quality Leadership: David White’s Path From the Air Force to Cummins

For David White, service has always been a family value.

He spent four years in the U.S. Air Force as part of the 82nd Civil Engineering Squadron, keeping bases running as an HVAC/R technician. Years later, his oldest daughter Jennifer …

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Inside the Hiring Process: A Conversation with a U.S. Navy Veteran and the Recruiter Who Hired Her

In an exciting first for the FourBlock Podcast this week, co-hosts Lindsey Pollak and Mike Abrams are joined by two special guests: , a FourBlock alumna and 10-year U.S. Navy veteran who now serves as a VP, Research Director at Forrester, …

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Best Kinds Of Employers For People Of Color Seeking Internships

Finding a great internship is always a challenge, but that challenge can be even greater for people of color. Here are the best kinds of companies to consider:

Key Considerations for Choosing the Right Internship:

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Learning While You Lead: Veterans in the Project Management Field

For Grant McCall, Project Manager, U.S. Air Force Veteran, and American Corporate Partners (ACP) Mentor, his most memorable experience of failure is also the story he calls the proudest moment of his military career. In 2009, he was flying a …

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