PREPARING FOR Your Return to Friartown

August is here, which means we'll all be back in Friartown soon! The Chirico Career Center has been gearing up for another exciting year of events, workshops, and appointments to help you land your dream job or internship. Here are some things to do before heading back to campus to make this year a success:

1. Create or update your Handshake profile. Handshake is where you'll find job postings, make coaching appointments, sign up for workshops, and find career resources.
2. Create or update your FriarLink and LinkedIn profiles. Be sure your profile reflects your summer job/internship experience, and connect with your colleagues.
3. Pack a professional outfit. You'll be dressed to impress at the Fall Career EXPO on and at your interviews. Click here for tips!

INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHT: Lily Sanphy '22

Major: Health Policy and Management

Position Title: Provider Data Integrity Intern

Internship Organization: Blue Cross Blue Shield RI (Providence, RI)

"Working as an intern at BCBSRI, I wanted to be able to expand my horizons as a HPM major and see what opportunities there were in the city near PC that would interest my healthcare passion. Working as a Provider Data Intern, I learned new professional skills in the healthcare and business world."

Learn more about Lily and other Providence College students with exciting internships on the Chirico Career Center website!

HOW TO: Use FriarLink to Build Your Network

One of our favorite career resources is FriarLink, our networking platform only for PC alumni, students, faculty, and staff. FriarLink is a great place to expand your network and connect with people who can help you reach your career goals. Here are some tips to help you use FriarLink like a pro:

1. Make Connections: Get started by connecting with other Friars. Check out the various search filters to find alumni who can enhance your network in unique ways.
2. Join a Group: Connect with groups of interest based on majors, industries, and even athletics!
3. Prep for Winter Break: Prepare for the Winter Break Shadowing Program by completing your profile and keeping it up-to-date.

GET MOS CERTIFIED In 6 Sessions!

Our workshops offer a structured setting to cover the material necessary to ace the certification exams. Classes meet for 6 sessions with the certification exam held on the last day. Please click the registration links for individual course details and visit our website for additional information!

Excel Core Certification Workshops:

Series A: Register Here | Tuesdays 12-1pm (IN PERSON): 9/6 - 10/18

Series B: Register Here | Wednesdays 2-3pm (VIRTUAL): 9/7 - 10/19

Series C: Register Here | Thursdays 9-10am (IN PERSON): 9/8 - 10/13

Series D: Register Here | Thursdays 9-10am (IN PERSON): 10/20 - 12/1

Series E: Register Here | Wednesdays 2-3pm (VIRTUAL): 10/26 - 12/7

Excel EXPERT Certification Workshop (must complete Excel Core):

• Tuesdays 12-1pm (IN PERSON): 10/25 - 11/29 | Register Here

Seats still available! August Word Certification Workshop:

• Tue & Thu 12-1pm (VIRTUAL): 8/9 - 8/23 | Register Here

INTERNSHIP & PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES: Apply Now!

Internship & Full-Time Opportunities @ KPMG LLP

• Apply by August 10 | Click here to apply

Event Planning Intern @ All the Best Moments

• Apply by August 10 | Click here to apply

Undergraduate Clinical Research Intern @ Mass General Hospital

• Apply by August 12 | Click here to apply

Fall 2022 Human Rights Intern @ Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti

• Apply by August 19 | Click here to apply

FIRSTHAND: Career Discovery Resource

Firsthand (formerly known as Vault) is an online platform dedicated to helping students discover their next career move. This is a great resource to explore over the summer - be sure to check it out and schedule a coaching appointment to discuss any questions you have!

Create your free account to access career guides, resume & cover letter templates, industry profiles, interview tips, company rankings, and more!

LINKED IN LEARNING: Developing a Career Plan

Creating a career plan is vital. Wherever you're going, you'll arrive faster—and encounter less stress along the way—if you have a plan in place. In this concise course, learn how to design and implement your career plan, create a personal development plan (PDP), set achievable goals, and connect with a mentor.