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Transitioning to the world of work after college is an exciting and unique time. As you navigate your new identity as an emerging or early career professional, you are simultaneously tasked with making informed financial decisions, planning for future success, and taking care of your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.

MIT’s Career Advising & Professional Development team continues to meet with alumni for up to 2 years post-graduation, which means you will take your Handshake account with you. Book an appointment with a career advisor to discuss your career development needs. If you are past the 2-year mark, connect with the Alumni Association‘s resources. 

If you want to change careers, start by finding your ‘why’

Approximately 55% of American adults are planning a switch, according to Bankrate’s August job seeker survey.

What’s led to the shake up? Living through the coronavirus pandemic was eye-opening for many people, and has pushed them “to the breaking point” …

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7 questions to raise immediately after you’re laid off

Millions of people are wondering what to do in the face of an actual or potential job loss during the Covid-19 global pandemic. If you are worried about losing your job (or already have), the author offers seven questions you …

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MIT SFS: Build credit

Credit cards can offer an added sense of flexibility—but you shouldn’t use them like cash and you will be charged interest for maintaining a balance.

Build credit

Managing your credit card wisely will help you build a good credit score; …

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MIT Alumni Association: Finding an apartment

First decide how you would like to live:
• Your own apartment (usually the most expensive option)
• Sharing an apartment with others (roommate situation)
• How long do you need to live there?

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STUDENT TALK Financial Planning: Where do I start?

My original plan with this post was going to be an introductory breakdown of retirement plans. I wanted to define all the existing options and put them in a digestible format for my fellow young people to read. The hope …

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As a student, postdoc, or alumni, you may have current or past experiences that provided you with highly-relevant competencies and …

Within your career, you might have difficulty figuring out how your background can help you pivot from one area to …

What is a smart casual dress code?

A smart casual dress code refers to a desired style of dress that is more kempt than casual and less …

A presentation by immigration attorney Elizabeth Goss from the firm Goss Associates from Boston, MA.The presentation slides are available …