Working Warriors: Lauren Richardson ’21 Knocks It Out of the Park with “Work Like A Girl” Initiative

For Lauren Richardson ’21, finding key internships for her career development has been a slam-dunk. As a former intern for the Lowell Spinners and the Boston Celtics, she’s worked her way into the industry for her latest project: a position …

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Working Warriors: Benares Angeley M’21 Appointed as 2021 ArtStart Director for the Marion Art Center

Benares Angeley M’21 will be inspiring children and adults alike, for generations to come. Benares earned her master’s in fiber arts in 2005 at UMass Dartmouth, before founding an educational artspace known as the Children’s Art Lab. While the Covid-19 …

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Dan Roussel Communications and Copywriting Intern
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How to Prepare for Virtual 1-on-1 Sessions

The guidance you need to feel confident, poised, and prepared to meet recruiters online.

This article was originally published on Handshake’s Blog. To access the original, full article, please click here.

Before you dive into your first one-on-one session with …

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Working Warriors: Meghan Bussiere ’21 Climbs the Career Ladder with Cool Money Coach

Meghan Bussiere ’21 has built herself from the ground up as an expert copywriter! While she works toward her bachelor’s in English and business administration, Meghan leads the Writing Center as both a writing consultant and council member, all while …

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Dan Roussel Communications and Copywriting Intern
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Working Warriors: Luke Groder ’22 Sticks with MassDOT for Summer 2021 Internship

Luke Groder ’22 has a sense of unwavering determination, one which has carried him into a series of incredible opportunities. While earning his bachelor’s in civil engineering, Luke has served as a campus leader, and a great example for fellow …

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Working Warriors: Victoria Marotta ’21 Lands Offer with AvalonBay Communities

Victoria Marotta ’21 knows the value of being valued. As she works to complete her bachelor’s in business management, Victoria has undertaken several internships with Enterprise and AvalonBay Communities that have helped her develop crucial skills to best utilize her …

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Dan Roussel Communications and Copywriting Intern
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How to Prepare Your Virtual Career Fair “Elevator Pitch”

Learn how to create the perfect elevator pitch ahead of your next career fair. (Includes examples!)

This article was originally published on Handshake’s Blog. To access the original, full article, please click here.

So, you’ve registered for a virtual career …

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Working Warriors: Will March ’22 Explores Passion at Enara Health

Will March ’22 is a light within the Merrimack community. With positions in Residence Life, the Austin Scholars program and our very own O’Brien Center, you’d be hard-pressed to find another student as well-known or involved. This winter, Will took …

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Dan Roussel Communications and Copywriting Intern
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How to Stand Out to Employers at Virtual Recruiting Events

Learn how to impress employers with tips from our team.

This article was originally posted on Handshake’s Blog. To read the full story, please click here

In a year when hiring is all online, virtual recruiting events on Handshake are …

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Working Warriors: Kerry Reynolds ’20 Finds Her Fit at EBSCO Information Services

Kerry Reynolds ’20 is a superstar. As a dear friend to the O’Brien Center (not to mention a past intern), Kerry left a massive impression on Merrimack College in just four years, serving as a supporter or leader in a …

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Dan Roussel Communications and Copywriting Intern
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