The Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills have an exciting new partnership with Enterprise. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our mission to enhance career development opportunities for our students, and advance our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals. Read further to see how this partnership will take shape throughout this collaboration ..read more

Avery Chobotor-Caya is a notable graduate assistant alumnus of UConn, a former Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills employee, and has left a stand-out legacy throughout these roles. We took the time to interview them regarding how working at the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills benefited them and sharing their experience ..read more

Every three years, the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills conducts an Identity and Career Development survey that helps our office explore the intersections between career and identity. The 10 communities we focused on (due to their statistical significance in 2021) were Women, White, International, First-Generation, LGBTQ+, Asian/Asian American, Latine/Hispanic, Students with Disabilities, Religiously Affiliated, Black/African American, and International. All data discussed in this blog will come from the 2024 survey and is compared with our 2021 findings.  ..read more

Creating your Handshake profile and keeping it up to date is a game-changer for students seeking internships and jobs. Here are some key steps to optimize your profile and make the most out of Handshake ..read more

UConn Alum Lyla Andrick has launched “Happy Dinosaur”, a line of colorful plush toys aimed at fostering creativity in children ages 2-8. The brand, which began in her dorm room, has grown rapidly and is now expanding to include complementary ..read more

The hiring process for employers involves carefully drafting job descriptions, creating compliant written applications, and conducting fair interviews to avoid potential liabilities. Additionally, they need to be mindful of “ban the box” laws, also known as “fair chance laws,” that ..read more

Making a good résumé can feel like a daunting task - these tips and tricks are sure to help ..read more

Getting ready for the fair - where does one even start? This guide will get you prepared for the All-University and STEM career fairs September 17th and 18th ..read more

Big day for LinkedIn users! The new Iris Air photobooth has arrived at Wilbur Cross at the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills ..read more

The transformation of the “Center for Career Development” to the “Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills” reflects an expanded departmental mission and scope while supporting the new strategic plan of UConn. The rebranding highlights a commitment to fostering well-rounded ..read more