Thoughtful Career Advice for Penn Students and Alumni, written by the staff of the University of Pennsylvania Career Services office and selected special guests.
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Jingy Yen, Associate Director
All summer, we have been prepping and planning for when students return in the fall. This semester, we are launching the new Peer Career Advising program which will provide undergraduate students with more advising resources through quick, 15 minute Pop-ins.
What are Pop-ins?
Pop-ins are run by our Peer Career Advisors (PCAs). PCAs can answer all your career related questions in 15 minute meetings. No appointment needed, just pop-in!
Who can use Pop-ins?
We serve all current undergraduate students at Penn.
When are Pop-ins?
Monday-Friday, 1:00PM-5:00PM.
What can I talk about in a Pop-in?
PCAs can help with resumes, cover letters, interviewing skills, Handshake tips, job/internship search and more. They have been extensively trained on these topics all summer. This is a great resource for those quick questions such as “How do I write about my summer experience on my resume?” and “What is this weird part of Handshake?”
What if I want to see an advisor?
That will always be an option! You can still make an appointment via Handshake or stop by advisor walk-in hours. Advisors can help with bigger questions like “I have no idea what I want to do with my life” or “Help! I have an exploding offer.”
We are excited about the launch of this new program, and we hope to see you popping-in soon!
Career Services will be closed today, Friday, June 14th while a technology project is completed in our office. This includes the front desk and library lounge.
Staff will be unavailable today, but we look forward to seeing you again on Monday! Have a great weekend.
Career Services will be closed from 3pm on Friday, December 21st until 9am on Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019.
We wish you a safe and happy winter break. Congratulations on making it through another year! Thank you for being such a bright part of the Penn community – whether you are a current student, alumni, staff, faculty, employer partner or simply a friend.
Everyone at Career Services looks forward to working with you again in 2019!
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Career Services! We will be closed until 9am on Monday, November 26th.
We hope you and your loved ones have a relaxed, safe and truly wonderful Thanksgiving!