Monday, March 14, 2016

Getting Past the Resume Screen

By: Kandice Thorn

With many people submitting resumes for summer or permanent positions these days, I thought it would be worthwhile this week to write a post about how to get your resume noticed. This is a question I get frequently, especially as the use of online systems to manage application processes has proliferated.  Often it can feel like your resume is being sent off into a void. Indeed, you can never know what's happening on the "back end" when you apply this way (or even when you are applying via email), but there are a few things you can do to increase the odds of securing an interview.

Monday, February 29, 2016

Pefect Your Resume Today

By: Kandice Thorn

If you haven't had time to perfect your resume, now is the moment!  Your resume is an extremely important aspect of your job search.  It is the first example of work that a potential employer will usually see from you.  Furthermore, you must assume that the people against whom you are competing for jobs will have flawlessly edited resumes - because they likely will!  Needless to say, your resume must be flawless in order to compete effectively.  

Monday, February 22, 2016

Your Educational Investment

By: Kandice Thorn

Your education is an investment.  It's a big one.  We recognize that and we truly appreciate that you have decided to invest your time, energy, and money with Fordham Law School.  But how do you get the biggest return on the investment you're making?  Attending class and reading the course materials are your educational requirements, but are they sufficient for a complete educational experience?  In my opinion, the students who get the most "bang for their buck" are the ones who also maximize their opportunities outside the classroom.