From whether your major defines your career path, to if unpaid internships are worth it, to the idea of needing “the perfect resume,” this episode is packed with real talk, insights, and practical advice to help you feel more confident about your career journey.Our very own from UMBC Career Center, Michelle and Marykate, are on the podcast today to help debunk some of the biggest career myths students face and drop some Retriever knowledge. 🐾 What you’ll learn in this episode: • Why your major doesn’t have to define your career path • The real value of unpaid internships (and how to make the most of them) • Whether you need a big-name internship to land a job • The truth about the so-called “perfect resume” • How to showcase experience as a student (yes, you have some!) • Why it’s okay if you don’t know your lifelong career path yet🔗 Helpful Links:- Career Advising Appointments: https://careers.umbc.edu/appointments/- Handshake (Jobs & Internships): https://umbc.joinhandshake.com/- UMBC Internships: https://careers.umbc.edu/employers/internships- Tools for Exploring Majors: https://careers.umbc.edu/tools/tools-for-exploring-majors-careersTimestamps:0:00 - Welcome Retrievers!01:43 - Myth 1: Your Major Must Align w/ Your Career Path05:21 - Myth 2: Are Unpaid Internships Worth It?09:03 - Myth 3: You Need to Work For a Reputable Company13:44 - Myth 4: I Have No Experience Because I Am a Student18:49 - Myth 5: The Perfect Resume27:15 - Myth 6: Needing Industry Experience for an Industry Job32:57 - Myth 7: All Internships Should Lead to Full-Time Employment 39:25 - Conclusion & Thank You!Whether you’re just starting out or planning your next big move, this episode will help you think outside the box and bust the myths holding you back.#careeradvice #careerpodcast #college #collegeadvice #internship #collegepodcast

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