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Resume Essentials for Career Transitions

Tips Advice

September 15, 2026

Catch up on this on-demand webinar where early-career professionals can learn key job search essentials, including how to tailor resumes effectively and strategies for a successful career transition.

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Your Guide to Success

Tips Events

September 08, 2026

UMGC students and alumni job seekers can discover new career opportunities by participating in the UMGC Virtual Recruiting Events.

Open Doors to Federal Careers

Advice Tips

September 03, 2026

Gain experience in the federal government through the Workforce Recruitment Program.

Rhoda Smackum

How to Deliver an Elevator Pitch Recruiters Will Remember

Events Tips

September 01, 2026

Create a concise elevator pitch that highlights your skills, qualifications, and fit for the role. Take time to refine it to confidently showcase your strengths.

Resume Essentials for Career Transitions

Tips Advice

August 25, 2026

Recap this on-demand webinar on how to build resume-tailoring skills, tips and strategies when transitioning careers.

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How AI Is Changing the Future of Entry-Level Careers

Tips Career Advancement

July 28, 2026

Future-proof your career with adaptability.

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Build a Resume That Works for You

Tips Advice

July 21, 2026

Discover and build your career skills this summer with top resume-tailoring tips and strategies from on-demand webinar videos.

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How to Talk About AI Experience in Interviews

Tips Advice

July 14, 2026

Find natural ways to share tech and AI skills.

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Join the 2026 Virtual Recruiter Roundtables

Events Tips

June 18, 2026

The 2025 Virtual Recruiter Session information roundtables will be held concurrently on June 26, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET.

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Salary Negotiation Strategies for Career Success

Advice Tips

May 28, 2026

You’ve made it through the toughest interviews—now it’s time to navigate salary negotiations with confidence using these proven strategies.

Kimberlee Wambua

Common Tech and AI Interview Questions for Non-Tech Roles

Tips Advice

April 22, 2026

Tech and AI interview questions to prepare for now

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Why These Essential Elements Create a Strong Technology Resume

Tips Advice

April 15, 2026

Use these essential elements on your resume to get interviews in the technology industry.

Raelynn Grasso

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