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Federal jobs have received more than double the applications on Handshake in the past year, and we’ve become one of the most popular places for college students to discover Pathways internships, graduate students to learn about the PMF program, and recent alumni to find out why a career in the government can give them exactly what they’re looking for: stability, strong sense of mission and purpose, and career growth. Here are some things I’ve learned since joining our Federal partnerships team: • the government is the largest employer in the U.S., employing 2.1M individuals, and the benefits are AMAZING • career opportunities in public service are endless, with great jobs at hundreds of agencies in 15 different executive departments representing every industry and imaginable facet of our society • the government job market for early talent is HOT because 1/3 of the federal workforce is eligible to retire in the next five years and less than 10% of that workforce is under the age of 30. Across the board, there’s tremendous interest in bringing new talent aboard I’m 40 and have never seen a better time in my lifetime for college and grad students or recent alumni to go into public service 😎. I have a few cool news articles and data to share with you below about the above.

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🌟 Fall Semester is Almost Here at Kansas State University!🌟 As we gear up for the start of classes next week, the campus is coming alive with excitement and anticipation. Maybe it's just me, or that I'm excited that Chick-Fil-A reopens today, but I'm stoked overall! My calendar is filling up fast with student appointments, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to support our K-State Wildcats as they prepare for a successful semester and our planned Fall career events! This time of year always brings a renewed sense of energy and purpose. 💡Pro Tip for K-State Students: Now is the perfect time to update your resume with those valuable summer experiences. Whether you interned, volunteered, worked part-time, or took on personal projects, every experience counts! I cannot stress that enough! 📄Why It Matters: These experiences not only showcase your skills but also tell a story of your growth and adaptability. Employers love to see candidates who take initiative and make the most of their time—so let’s make sure your resume reflects that! 💪Let’s Do This Together: If you’re feeling unsure about how to articulate your experiences, don’t worry—you’re not alone. I’m here, along with the awesome staff at the K-State Career Center, to help you craft a resume that stands out and truly represents the incredible work you’ve done. Let’s make this semester at K-State one to remember! 💜 Also taking a page from my awesome connection and friend Richard Cooper II and will be adding the following section to my posts. Breakfast: Dr. Pepper & Ruffles (I know, lets not tell my PCP) 🥤 Song of the AM: Lemon Glow by Beach House #highereducation #careerservices #resumes #internships #appliedlearning

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College Degree?? If you feel like your job doesn’t require your college degree, we’ve got good news and bad news. The bad news is you’re probably right. The good news is you’re in the majority, so don’t feel too regretful. More than half of college grads are in jobs that don’t use their degrees, according to a research study of 10 million Americans, reported on by the Wall Street Journal. The stats are worse for some areas of study than others: 68% of public safety and security grads, for instance, are underemployed, while just 23% of grads with health-related degrees are. The research found that internships play a huge role in determining a student’s odds of landing a college-level job after graduation.

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Thanks to Owens Corning's CEO Brian Chambers and his team for their continued investment in our communities and for inviting me to participate in our future leader's career journey as a keynote speaker on Friday. Their collaboration with the Toledo Public Schools Foundation through the Dream Bigger series creates opportunities for students to start their career journey early. During the program, Owens Corning employees help to prepare high school students for college and the next phase of their lives. The Dream Bigger series provides tools for life and career skills, such as resume building and interview preparation, and offers high school internships to students through this program. Individuals' journey starts when they decide on a career(s) and take the first step in navigating the process. It begins before most people even realize it and continues throughout life. A career journey is a dynamic process with many paths, and if adequately navigated, it assists you in identifying your purpose that aligns with your passion. Studies show that programs such as Dream Bigger assist in setting students' minds and efforts on career goals at an early age. This concept helps them achieve their goals sooner and pivot to other essential things in life, such as secondary careers, that they may discover later.

🌟 According to a recent National Association of Colleges and Employers survey, 57% of student respondents said they used faculty as a job-search resource. Career centers can equip faculty with the information they need to better guide students in their career exploration and search. How? 🔍Develop faculty toolkits across disciplines; provide faculty with career information, labor market insights, and data on student outcomes; help faculty align their learning outcomes with career readiness competencies. 🎓 #CareerServices #Faculty #careerreadiness #studentsuccess

The reason why faculty buy-in is so important and essential for fostering a collaborative and holistic approach to career readiness, where academic and professional development goals are aligned to support student success in the workforce. Professional career consultants undergo rigorous preparation and training to understand the complexities of career and professional development and to provide evidence-based guidance and support to individuals navigating their career paths. It is not an easy job and even harder without faculty support! #career #careerreadiness #careereducation #professional #studentsuccess #studentsfirst

Why are we failing to prepare our students for their future? Data shows that over half of college graduates are considered "underemployed." This means that college graduates are more likely to be working in a job or career that does not require their level of education. Why is that? Some would say that we have too many students going to college. That's not the issue, although the cost for college has made the decision more questionable. Others would say that people are majoring in fields that are less relevant. That could be true. In reality, those who go to college and work or participate in internships within their field are much more likely to be healthily employed in their industry once the graduate. What should K-12 schools do? In short, aiming for all students to graduate and attend college is an admirable goal. However, not every child wants to be an academic. And many who do lack the social skills and real-life work ethic to make them ready for the real world. Ultimately, it is up to parents to help their children to mature and grow. But schools can help a lot too. Here's what I have found that works: 1. Have career or job fair days for your students, whether you are 5 or 18, this can be a lot of fun 2. Partner with local businesses for summer internships, especially for HS students 3. Invest in developing the whole child, this includes SEL, civics, and executive functioning learning 4. Understand our limitations, we can only do so much, but we can provide exposure to the real world by having projects, team work, and oral assessments to beyond just paper tests and writing 5. Provide trade and skill development, even from an early age Be creative, look at what others are doing, and really invest in your students. After all, only a small percentage will actually go off to college, graduate, and work in a field and career that is appropriate for their level of education. Article link: https://lnkd.in/eUgNkWjn