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As a recent college graduate, starting your career is exciting. Get tips and resources on finding a job, résumé writing, interviews, networking, and more.

 

A field guide to the 7 stages of life after college

Job & Career

A field guide to the 7 stages of life after college

Life after college is a huge transition. Knowing what to expect, with a little help from Discover Student Loans, can help make the transition to the real world smoother.

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What to wear to an interview

Job & Career

Jun 05, 2023

What to wear to an interview

What to wear to an interview

Job & Career

3 min. Read

Your interview attire is key for making a good impression. Learn what to wear to an interview based on the company & the dress code with Discover Student Loans.

Networking 101

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Jun 05, 2023

Networking 101

Networking 101

Job & Career

5 min. Read

Everyone gets a little uneasy when it comes to networking. But with networking tips and advice from Discover Student Loans, it's easy to learn and it can help you take your career to the next level.

Starting a business after college

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Jun 02, 2023

Starting a business after college

Starting a business after college

Job & Career

7 min. Read

Looking to become an entrepreneur? While starting a business after college can be financially challenging, there are plenty of funding options. Discover Student Loans helps you choose your path for financing a startup.

A guide to landing your first job

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May 23, 2023

A guide to landing your first job

A guide to landing your first job

Job & Career

6 min. Read

Most recent college graduates have experience with internships and part-time jobs. However, there's plenty to learn when seeking your first job after college. Read tips from Discover Student Loans for getting a job after graduating.

7 tips for acing an interview

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May 23, 2023

7 tips for acing an interview

7 tips for acing an interview

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6 min. Read

It's only natural to feel nervous for an interview, especially for your first job interview after college. Learn how to ace an interview with interviewing tips from Discover Student Loans.

Tanked the job interview? Here's how to recover

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May 23, 2023

Tanked the job interview? Here's how to recover

Tanked the job interview? Here's how to recover

Job & Career

5 min. Read

If you recently had a bad interview for your dream job, it’s not the end of the road. You may be able to redeem yourself and even get the job. Discover Student Loans offers tips for what to do after a bad interview.

How to make your social media profiles shine ahead of a job search

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May 23, 2023

How to make your social media profiles shine ahead of a job search

How to make your social media profiles shine ahead of a job search

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5 min. Read

Although most of us have profiles on numerous social media platforms, we may not realize that employers look at them to help make hiring decisions. Discover Student Loans provides tips on how to make your social media profiles shine ahead of a job search.

How to negotiate a salary and job benefits

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May 23, 2023

How to negotiate a salary and job benefits

How to negotiate a salary and job benefits

Job & Career

7 min. Read

Negotiating a salary can be intimidating, especially for your first job after college. Check out these tips from Discover Student Loans on salary negotiations and counteroffers to help you land a great benefits package.

My side hustles helped me double my income

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May 19, 2023

My side hustles helped me double my income

My side hustles helped me double my income

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5 min. Read

Although managing more than one job can be difficult, Discover Student Loans provides you with guidance for earning supplementary income. Learn how side hustles can help you double your salary.

Help! I can't find a job in my major!

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May 19, 2023

Help! I can't find a job in my major!

Help! I can't find a job in my major!

Job & Career

7 min. Read

It's not always easy finding a job within your major. Discover Student Loans offers tips for getting a job, which may include getting more experience, taking inventory of your skills, or even moving.

4 ways to set and stick to your goals

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May 19, 2023

4 ways to set and stick to your goals

4 ways to set and stick to your goals

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4 min. Read

While setting goals seems like an obvious part of adulthood, there's a lot that goes into it. Find out how setting goals plays an important role in your future plans after college with tips from Discover Student Loans.

5 soft skills that can give you an edge in your job search

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May 15, 2023

5 soft skills that can give you an edge in your job search

5 soft skills that can give you an edge in your job search

Job & Career

5 min. Read

While hard skills are difficult to acquire prior to gaining work experience, soft skills are great resume boosters. Discover Student Loans explains the importance of soft skills in the workplace.