Author Archives: O'Brien Center for Career Development

Working Warriors: John Cobb at Pfizer

John Cobb, Class of 2020 and majoring in Biology with a minor in Religious and Theological Studies, certainly began his sophomore year at Merrimack College with quite a lively semester ahead of him as a member of the Austin Scholars …

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Thinking About Attending Graduate School? Here’s What You Need to Know Now

The decision to attend graduate school raises a multitude of questions for students to consider in order to ensure that they make the right choice. As graduate school often poses a significant strain on students’ finances, mental well-being, and livelihood, …

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Working Warriors: Emma Cagney at Honest Tea

When Emma Cagney, Class of 2020, began applying for internships last semester, she never fathomed she would discover an opportunity that would allow her to both receive vital experience in the marketing field, as well as to develop a passion …

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8 Easy Do’s and Don’ts of LinkedIn to Help You Enhance Your Professional Brand

So, you’ve created your LinkedIn profile. You’ve uploaded your headshot, your relevant experience, your education history, your skills — you’ve even started growing your network!

Now that you’ve set up your profile, how exactly do you start to utilize LinkedIn

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