Meet Pernell Thompson: Head of Fitness Partnerships

Meet, Pernell Thompson, Head of Fitness Partnerships at Zeamo
What industry are you in?

Pernell: Health & Wellness

Where do you work?

Zeamo

What was your journey like to get to where you are in your career?

Coming out of …

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How to Succeed as a First-Generation College Student

Attending college can truly be one of the most unique experiences a person can have, and with it comes a lot of firsts. For many, it can be the first time they’ve lived away from home, the first time they’ve …

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Increasing Your Confidence During Salary Negotiations

This episode is all about increasing your confidence during salary negotiations by advocating for yourself right now, regardless of how long you’ve been at your job. I share examples of how I have advocated for myself at different points in …

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How to Pivot Your Career and Follow Your Passion

In this episode, Averri shares her amazing story of transitioning from fashion design to political sciences, public affairs, and ultimately entrepreneurship. Get ready to be inspired as she opens up about:

Don’t miss out on this empowering conversation with Averri …

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The 411 on Internships in the Design World

As a college student, I am sure you have heard about internships quite a bit. It seems to be the big buzz word everyone is talking about. “When should I start looking for internships? Can I apply to internships as …

By Hannah Paseltiner
Hannah Paseltiner Student Career Influencer Intern
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Interstride Fall Symposium Watch Party

International students join Fleishman Center’s watch party as we host Interstride’s virtual Fall Symposium on November 15 from 11am to 5pm at UU 133A. Interstride is a central career resource hub for international students to find employers and jobs that …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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Job Shadowing: Is It Any Good? Here’s What to Consider

Job shadowing is a hands-on learning experience where you observe a professional in their role, gaining insight into their responsibilities, skills, and workplace dynamics. It’s a powerful way to understand a job beyond the surface, seeing firsthand what it truly …

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What Can You Do With a Math Major? 10 Great Jobs to Explore

It’s not rocket science for me to guess that if you’re a math major—or potential math major—you likely love numbers and problem-solving. But what can you do with that passion once you get your degree? As someone who advises college …

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How to Cancel an Interview Without Burning Bridges (Samples Included!)

Canceling an interview doesn’t have to mean closing a door forever—when done right, it can even leave a positive impression. For anyone wondering how to cancel an interview, this article will show you how to bow out gracefully while keeping …

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Getting Engaged in Education – Different ways to get involved in the industry

Hey Students!

It’s Lotus, one of the career influencer interns. Today I wanted to write to you about some entry level ways to get involved in the education industry. 

First way that you may have already done or gotten involved …

By Lotus Taylor
Lotus Taylor
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