“What’s next for the Class of 2026” is a series that features Lafayette grads—where they’re headed, and the mentors, resources, and experiences that inspired their future path
By: Kelly Huth and Maddie Pedone ’26 of Lafayette College Communications
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As college students, we understand the importance of making a strong first impression in the professional world. Whether you’re attending career fairs, networking events, or preparing your LinkedIn profile, presenting yourself with confidence and professionalism is essential. The Gateway Career …
Welcome! Here you will find a centralized collection of all resources, opportunities, and events that Gateway provides. Take your first step by signing up for personalized communications related to your career interests, personal identities and affinities, and career planning needs.
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Career Interest communities, available from the “Explore Career Interests” menu of the site, allow you to connect with career field-specific alumni, information, and resources to explore your professional interests and connect to meaningful opportunities. We encourage you to follow any of …
Asynchronous, one-way video interviews have become a standard initial screening tool for enterprise campus recruiting. Platforms like HireVue, Yello, and Modern Hire allow employers to interview thousands of applicants simultaneously by having candidates record video answers to pre-set prompts without …
Most networking emails don’t get replies. The average cold email reply rate across industries sits around 3-5%, meaning roughly 95 out of 100 messages disappear into the void. Students doing internship and job outreach specifically can do better than that …
For many young professionals, the question of whether to pursue graduate school can feel like a daunting one. In recent years, global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise of remote work, and the Great Resignation have reshaped career …
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Lafayette Degree & Major(s): Bachelor of Arts, History
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Title: Director, Strategy
Employer: United States Soccer Federation
Describe what your employer/organization does: United States Soccer Federation (U.S. Soccer) is a non-profit organization and the official governing …
Most cover letters get skimmed for ten seconds, if that. Recruiters have seen thousands of “I am excited to apply for this position” openers, and they’ve stopped reading them closely. If you want yours read all the way through, it …
It’s that time of year again! College campuses will soon be packed with students eager to take on the new school year. While students may not be in the market for a full-time role quite yet, the school year is …
Senior year is a lot. Classes, capstone projects, maybe a thesis — and somewhere in the middle of all that, you’re supposed to figure out your entire career. No pressure, right?
Here’s what’s actually true: the seniors who land great …
Your LinkedIn summary is the first thing a recruiter reads after your headline. It sets the tone for everything else on your profile — and for students and recent graduates, it carries extra weight because your work history is still …
Welcome back, ‘Pards! We’re excited to share with you our Fall 2026 student calendar, which you can access here. This calendar is updated weekly so be sure to check back regularly for newly added alumni, employer, and other career programming. …
When you’re applying for internships or jobs, a strong resume and cover letter matter, but so do the people you know. Building a professional network can help you discover opportunities, learn from others, and stand out during the hiring process.
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