Career Blog
Career Blog
Career development is on everyone’s minds. After all, that’s why most, if not all, of our students come to us. This blog is all about giving you the latest and greatest in what’s going on in the job market. Chock-full of tips and guidance, the Career Blog is a must-read for all students and job seekers.
Pivot for Success with AIIP
Published: March 30, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
With conference season approaching, I thought it would be interesting to speak with some of the organizers. Many professional associations hold conferences annually, and I wanted to hear their arguments for why students should find the time, money, and energy to attend. Several were kind enough to reply to my emails!
Your Skills Will Save the Day
Published: March 21, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
What’s going to get you your next job? Skills! Consider how you can use your past experience to shape your future career.
Renew Yourself and Your Career
Published: March 17, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Renew Yourself offers career planning guidance for the student or mid-career professional.
How to Interview and Find Career Success in Public Libraries
Published: March 14, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Are you interested in a career in public libraries? Are you nervous about the hiring process? Never fear, Career Development is here!
Deb Hunt on Taking a Leap
Published: March 10, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Deb Hunt is the library director at the Mechanics’ Institute, a job she got because she is “always willing to take a leap to the next level of expertise.”
LinkedIn or Website? Probably Both
Published: March 7, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
If LinkedIn were to disappear or stop being free, would your online presence disappear along with it?
It’s Time to Update Your Resume
Published: March 3, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Your resume needs to pique the interest of the employer enough that they want to talk to you. SJSU Career Center liaison Jill Klees shows you how to do that.
Feeling Presidential?
Published: February 21, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Learn all about Presidential Libraries and how to work there.
Has Presidents Day gotten you thinking about presidential libraries? Maybe you saw the news flying around Twitter last week that Barack and Michelle Obama wanted to hire an intern? Bad news, the deadline’s passed – but there are still ways to work at one of these august institutions.
Librarian Loves
Published: February 14, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Who’s your librarian crush? Someone who prefers to remain a secret admirer admitted her library crush is on Henry DeTamble.
There’s a Special Library for THAT?!
Published: February 10, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Yep, there sure is! iSchool students and alumni recently shared what it was like to work in each of their libraries, a bit about their various career paths, and even some job hunting ideas.
Your LIS Career Starts Here
Published: February 7, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Whether you are a new iSchool student or tackling your eportfolio, Jill Klees wants you to know what tools are available to you as you navigate the LIS world. On Wednesday, February 8, she’s holding a Collaborate session to help you jumpstart your career: Your LIS Career Starts Here.
Question Everyone to Find Your Path
Published: January 27, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Grad school is the perfect time to figure out your career path. Here’s how.
If you’re a current student, or even a recent alum, and your career direction seems fuzzy at best, please know that you’re not alone. Not even a little bit. Raises hand. Also, know that it’s alright. Grad school is the perfect opportunity to figure it out.
Career Advice from Michelle, A Recent Grad
Published: January 20, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Are you just starting INFO 203? Welcome to the iSchool and the Career Blog! Not as new as that? You’re just as welcome! In the spirit of resolutions and new beginnings, I asked some recent graduates to share their wisdom and advice for new students, but what’s below is 100% applicable to all of us in the program.
Find Your Path: How to Figure Out Your LIS Career Direction
Published: January 17, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Grad school is the perfect time for exploration, and if you’re going to change direction, now is the time to do it.
Career Advice from a Recent Grad
Published: January 13, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Are you just starting INFO 203? Not as new as that? Heed some smart advice from a very recent grad about preparing for your future career.
Acquisitions, Anyone?
Published: January 10, 2017 by Kate M. Spaulding
Your LIS skills can open many doors – one to consider is a career in acquisitions.
A Year of Yes, A Year of Possibility
Published: December 28, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
Say “yes” to personal and professional opportunities and up your game in 2017.
From where I sit, 2016 feels like a pretty big year. For my last birthday, one of my best friends sent me Shonda Rhimes’ Year of Yes. And while I can’t claim to have had the kind of year she chronicled, and I certainly didn’t always say “yes,” I did say it a lot.
You Need a Personal Website
Published: December 21, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
I think it’s vital to have a personal website, no matter your career goals. Here’s why.
Create Your Own Signature Project
Published: December 16, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
What is a signature project and why should you make the time? Read on!
Graduating in May? 11 Things to do NOW
Published: December 14, 2016 by Kate M. Spaulding
A career to-do list for your winter break. Check these tasks off to set yourself up for success!