STAR Method for Behavioral Interviews For behavioral interviews, the STAR model can help you address all the points of the question that the recruiter is looking for. It provides a realistic and predictable way you might perform with situations do occur. The STAR method is an abbreviation for citing the Situation, Task, Action you took, … Continue reading Interviewing Tips
Post Graduation Plans
Graduation is coming up the corner.. Are you ready for it?! Even if you are unsure of what you are doing, you should always have an answer to this question on the back of your hand. The truth is that no one ever really knows what they are doing, and that is okay. Anyone that’s … Continue reading Post Graduation Plans
UCSD Alumni Life
One of the many benefits of joining the UCSD Tritons Alumni community is staying connected to your colleagues. These connections can last a lifetime and prove to be beneficial as you start your career. The alumni community frequently host events for its members to unite-- some include the Triton 5k run, and “Day at the … Continue reading UCSD Alumni Life
Working On Campus as an International Student
As an international student, there are a few different processes you must go through in order to obtain a job. There are a variety of on campus employment opportunities offered on campus; ranging from Research 7 Office assistants, campus recreation and HDH just to name a few. Being able to be apart of the student … Continue reading Working On Campus as an International Student
Alumni Spotlights
Business and Financial Services Department Kelli G Sanchez | Class of 2018 | Spanish Literature Major/ Education Studies Minor Ashlyn Bernal | Class of 2018 | Cognitive Science with spec Neuroscience Leena Abonasser | Class of 2017 | Psychology B.A Major/ Business Organizational Behavior Minor Nancy N Nguyen | Class of 2017 | Psychology … Continue reading Alumni Spotlights
Student Spotlight: Aiko Kumano
Aiko Kumano Lead Peer Educator @ UCSD Career Center Mentoring and coaching students towards their career and professional development. Fourth year | Eleanor Roosevelt College | Communications Major & Cognitive Science Minor What would a day in your work life look like: On a typical work day, I'll see students with varying inquiries, … Continue reading Student Spotlight: Aiko Kumano
How to Use LinkedIn
Do you have a LinkedIn? If you do, then do you use your LinkedIn to its fullest potential? Linkedin is an online networking platform where you will have the opportunity to connect with recruiters, alumni, and affiliates in the industry of your interest. It’s like a professional Facebook that features your online resume! Using … Continue reading How to Use LinkedIn
Co Curricular Record
UCSD’s Co-Curricular Record option can you help enhance your transcripts! A Co-Curricular Record is an official description that illustrates a student’s involvement and achievements outside the classroom. Involvements that are approved to be on a Co-Curricular Record relate to Research and Academic Life, Student and Campus Engagement, Community-based and Global Learning, and Professional and Career … Continue reading Co Curricular Record
Business and Financial Services | Department/Alumni Spotlight
Iliana De Dios HR Operations Analyst | idedios@ucsd.edu | (858) 246-2677 What is your job and what do you do? I am the HR Operations Analyst for the Business and Financial Services (BFS) Department. I handle all HR inquiries including student and staff recruitment, new hire orientations, Leave of Absence requests, ergonomic requests, consultations, etc. … Continue reading Business and Financial Services | Department/Alumni Spotlight
Alternative Break | An Interview with Emily Loui
Alternative Break Program Director |eloui@ucsd.edu The Alternative Break program strives to create globally civic-minded citizens through their involvement in service. Diverging from traditional breaks, Alternative Breaks give students the opportunity to make a lasting impact in communities around the world by participating in a service-learning trip. This program is at the intersection of learning about … Continue reading Alternative Break | An Interview with Emily Loui