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As semester stress piles up, rejection is not end of world

04/11/2019 By Alyse Kaminski | Staff Columnist  April has to be the most stressful month of the year. Finals are approaching and some students are figuring out summer internships or jobs. In the past two months I’ve dealt with two internship rejections and the to-do list for finals is piling up. Needless to say, I am very stressed, but I have been doing the best … Continue reading As semester stress piles up, rejection is not end of world

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Forward Fashion: Dress to Impress

02/08/2018 By Anna Walnoha | Staff Writer Some say it’s what’s on the that inside truly matters, but when the time comes to find a job or internship, your appearance matters quite a bit. Afterall, a polished ensemble can say a thousand words for a person before they even introduce themselves. Two women from Duquesne tell all from their personal experiences with interviews and meetings. … Continue reading Forward Fashion: Dress to Impress

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Minority internship program celebrates 10 years

Gabriella DiPietro | Staff Writer 01/18/18 In 2007, Duquesne’s human resources department created the Minority Development Internship Program in order to promote a more inclusive and diverse workforce. Now, they are celebrating 10 years of success and job placement. The Minority Development Internship Program works to provide college-educated minorities with employment opportunities. These interns, after being placed within various departments of the university, are able … Continue reading Minority internship program celebrates 10 years

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Make the most of the fleeting summer

By Rebekah Devorak | Opinions Editor Now that the lingering haze left over from Fourth of July fireworks and endless cookouts has worn off, it’s time to face the unfortunate truth: The 2016-2017 school year is a mere month away. The summer months are the perfect opportunity to intern, volunteer or join other organizations to pad your resume for a better chance at post-graduation success, … Continue reading Make the most of the fleeting summer

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Staff Editorial: Summer internships give experience in the work force

By Duke Staff Last spring we worked hard on perfecting résumés, sent out cover letters and practiced interviews in the mirror in hopes of the perfect summer internship. Donning heels and suit jackets, we proudly took our seats in the back of the room. For some of us at The Duke, the energy and excitement we harbored in the spring lasted the extent of our … Continue reading Staff Editorial: Summer internships give experience in the work force

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