A Guide to Summer Funding and Resources 

Are you wondering what a Swattie does during summer breaks? Swarthmore provides students with a multitude of different research, funding, non-Swarthmore and Swarthmore opportunities in almost every country, county, and state. There are opportunities through different academic departments, such as …

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Casual Fridays with AlphaSights

This week, for Casual Fridays, we are re-visiting an employer that is no stranger to the Swarthmore Community. AlphaSights is an information services company, specializing in connecting clients with experts. Their mission is to equip global investors and business leaders …

By Yeimely Garcia
Yeimely Garcia Employer Relations Intern
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Summer Experience at the Bryn Mawr Hospital and Lankenau Medical Center – Brooke Leibowitz

My summer experience involved shadowing and volunteering at Bryn Mawr Hospital and Lankenau Medical Center, both of which are located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I spent time in the Emergency Department at each hospital and in the operating rooms and …

By Yeimely Garcia
Yeimely Garcia Employer Relations Intern
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Events in October from Career Services

The following are events that we are hosting, are partnering with an employer or other institution, or was referred to us to share. You can find a list of all our events here.

Be sure to also check out our

By Andres Perez Correa '22
Andres Perez Correa '22 Marketing & Engagement Coordinator
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Casual Fridays with FAO Schwarz Family Foundation

Welcome back to a brand new year and a brand new semester of Casual Fridays. For those of you who don’t know me, my name is Kelly Dougherty and I am the Assistant Director of Employer Relations. In addition to …

By Yeimely Garcia
Yeimely Garcia Employer Relations Intern
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Summer Experience with MUNCEP – Bayarjavkhlan (Jack) Bayanmunkh

I participated in the MUNCEP program and interned at the East West Center as part of their
Young Professionals Program. During my program, I was able to forge many meaningful
relationships, expand my knowledge of American politics, improve my writing …

By Yeimely Garcia
Yeimely Garcia Employer Relations Intern
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Summer Experience with TurnUp – Henry Lin

My summer experience with TurnUp, funded by Career Services, was a great way to get involved with a political nonprofit and learn more about what I want to do as I continue my career. Throughout my internship, I conducted research …

By Yeimely Garcia
Yeimely Garcia Employer Relations Intern
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Harmony at Work: Practical Steps to Combat Unhealthy Competition

Imagine a high-performing team in a leading company where every member is driven to succeed. However, instead of working together, they find themselves in constant competition, each trying to outdo the others. This isn’t a rare scenario – studies show …

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How Emotional Intelligence Can Redefine Your Job Search

Emotional intelligence (EI) is a critical skill that employers want, whether in business or the workforce. According to a study by TalentSmart, 90% of top performers possess high EI, suggesting that EI is a crucial driver of success in the …

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Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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What Is Workplace Flexibility? Pros, Cons, and Tips for Thriving in Flexible Working

Workplace flexibility has become a critical factor for employee satisfaction and even for organizational success. But what exactly is workplace flexibility, and why is it becoming such a hot topic?

In today’s fast-paced world, the traditional one-size-fits-all approach to work …

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