CS Radio - The Official Podcast of University of Pennsylvania Career Services

Are you supportive and expressive or logical and data driven? A leader or a follower? A sticky noter or a planner? Michael and Mylene take a quiz to investigate their working styles. Show Notes: What's Your Working Style? (via Idealist) Our theme music is “The Strip” by  Mala , used under a  Creative Commons Attribution license. Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner Mi...

Mylene and Michael are joined by Handshake Manager Natty Leach to discuss the rise of fraudulent job postings and how you can protect yourself from getting scammed. Show Notes: Job Scams Are On The Rise - Here's How You Can Spot Them (via The Muse) Our theme music is “The Strip” by  Mala , used under a  Creative Commons Attribution license. Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene...

Thinking about a career in consulting, but not exactly sure what that entails or how to prepare? Mylene and Michael share insights from current MBAs who have experience in the field. Show Notes: Case Interview Guide CS Radio Episode 100: Careers & Caverns CS Radio Episode 101: Advanced Careers & Caverns Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Cre...

Are you an introvert and worried about how you might succeed in a bustling, extroverted industry? Michael and Mylene explore ways to find the role that is right for you even if it doesn't appear to be at first glance. Show Notes Introverted? Why Not Try Showbiz! Self-Assessments LinkedIN Alumni Tool Our theme music is “The Strip” by  Mala , used under a  Creative Commons Attribution license.  Crea...

The start of a new year is always a good time to revisit your resume. Michael and Mylene discuss some options you might want to consider when looking at your resume in 2021. Show Notes: How to Add Extracurricular Activities to Your Resume (via The Muse) Targeted Resume Job Scan Penn Career Services Resume Guide Our theme music is “The Strip” by  Mala , used under a  Creative Commons Attribution li...

It's time to reach into the CS Radio grab bag! Michael and Mylene answer many questions about our expanded summer funding program and recruiting for summer 2022 banking jobs now. Show Notes: Summer Funding FAQ Summer Funding Eligibility Our theme music is “The Strip” by  Mala , used under a  Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner M...

CS Radio is back for 2021! Michael and Mylene take a look at the concept of having a personal "board of directors" and how they can help shape your career. Show Notes: Building a “Personal Board of Directors” Can Transform Your Career—Here’s How to Do It (via The Muse) MyPenn alumni network Career Services: Same Day Appointments Career Services: Updates for Spring 2021 Our theme music is "The Stri...

J. Michael and A. Mylene are joined by Keerthi Jayaraman to talk all things podcast. Keerthi offers tips and tricks and discusses the success of her own podcast, Let's Talk. Show Notes: Let's Talk podcast Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner Mixed and edited by Kelsey Padilla...

Inspired by Bill Gates, J. Micheal and A. Mylene demonstrate the perfect 30-second interview answer! Show Notes: Bill Gates Gives 30 Second Interview Answers (via Forbes) Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner Mixed and edited by Kelsey Padilla Our theme music is “The Strip” by...

J. Michael and A. Mylene welcome and introduce Jillian Cener, a new member of Career Services team!  Jillian discusses her new role and the GRIP program. Show Notes: Jillian's bio GRIP Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner Mixed and edited by Kelsey Padilla Our theme music is “...

We welcome Gloria Kim, our Pre-Med Peer Career Adviser, to discuss what it's like to be pre-med during a pandemic and what questions her fellow pre-med Penn students have been asking. Show Notes: Same Day Pre-Med Advising Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by J. Michael DeAngelis & A. Mylene Kerschner Mixed and edited b...

J. Michael and A.Mylene tackle the topic of preventing career stagnation during the pandemic. They offer tips and tricks to keep yourself and your abilities fresh and run through new features on career websites that might provide help with this. Show Notes:  Idealist  CareerShift  LinkedIN Learning  Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Create...

J. Michael and A. Mylene are joined by Pete Barry to discuss and share industry insight from the Austin Film Festival Writer's Conference. Show Notes: Austin Film Festival Pete Barry Bio Contact Michael or Pete Black Lives Matter   Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available as a video podcast! Visit our YouTube channel to...

J. Michael and A. Mylene are joined by special guests Sharon Fleshman and John Tuton to discuss the importance of wellness.   Show Notes: Wellness @ Penn Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available as a video podcast! Visit our YouTube channel to watch!

Micheal and Mylène take a look back at the Career Services' Summer Funding recipients of last year and look forward to potential opportunities the next summer may hold.  Show Notes:  Summer Funding Reflections STEM Virtual Career Fair   Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by A. Mylène Kerschner & J. Michael DeAngelis Mix...

Michael and Mylene welcome special guests to talk about peer advising at Career Services!  Dragon Chan and Ashley Qin join to offer perspective on the services offered by Penn's PCAs and  provide helpful tips and tricks for students! Show Notes: Learn More About PCAs Dragon's Bio Ashley’s Bio Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and p...

Planning on reaching out to that workspace contact this week? Michael and Mylene offer tips and tricks on effective networking in the virtual space! Show Notes: How To Ask For Help in Your Job Search During COVID (via The Muse) Career Services YouTube Channel Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by A. Mylène Kerschner & J...

Our 6th season starts with Michael, Mylène and the entire CS staff still working from home, but that doesn't mean there's anything less to talk about! Thanks for joining us for our sixth year - we can hardly believe it! Show Notes: Big Interview Career Explorer Peer Career Advisers Our theme music is "The Strip" by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license.  Created and produced by...

Michael and Mylene check in to talk about how the pandemic has effected jobs and internships, and how Career Services is continuing to provide help to students and alumni.  Plus, a fond farewell to our producer and editor of the last four years, Karen Yang, who reflects on her time with at Penn and talks to us about what she's hearing from other students in this weird time. One way or another, we'...

Didn't land a job but want to be considered next time? Network with an employer who isn't hiring just now? Michael and Mylene advise on how you can stay in the front of a potential employer's mind. Enjoy! Show Notes 3 Ways to Stay Connected if You Didn't Get the Job (via Idealist) Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS Radio is also available...

Considering a job offer or offers? Remember that there's more than just salary to think about. This week, we take a look at benefits both tangible and untangible  that should factor in to any job offers or negotiations you are undertaking!  Enjoy! Show Notes: Guide to Understanding Employee Benefits (via Idealist) Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution l...

Any publicity is good publicity. At least that's what they say. Michael and Mylène   have a frank discussion about an article that appeared in last week's Philadelphia Magazine regarding earlier recruiting by banks and the ripple effects its had in academia. Show Notes: Penn Students Buying Their Way Into the Right Classes (via Philadelphia Magazine) Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used u...

Nervous about an interview? About to make a big pitch to your boss? Negotiating for a salary? Try approaching it through ACTING! Michael runs Mylene and Karen through decades of theatrical training in under twenty minutes. Enjoy. Show Notes: How to Excel at the Moments that Matter: Think Like an Actor! (via TED Ideas) Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attributi...

In need of summer funding? Need a grant to continue your research? Michael and Mylène take a look at resources from Penn and externally that can help. Whether you're an undergraduate or a graduate student, this episode contains a lot of helpful resources, ideas and deadlines. Enjoy! Show Notes Career Services Summer Funding Career Services "How To Find Funding" Page The Grant Advisor Lime Connect...

Feeling burned out? Overwhelmed? Or maybe you're dealing with someone one who is? This week, Michael and Mylène reflect on a series of articles about identifying and dealing with feeling burned out, in your job search or otherwise. Enjoy! Show Resources: Curated list of articles on burnout (via Pocket) Our theme music is “The Strip” by Mala , used under a Creative Commons Attribution license. CS R...