Kaitlin McManus
Kaitlin McManus is Firsthand's Editor. She received her B.A. in English from Illinois Wesleyan University and her M.F.A. in Creative Writing from The New School. She has worked for a literary magazine and a publisher focused on nonfiction music titles. Now she writes career advice content for Firsthand’s Library (most notably for the undergrad blog) and creates many of the employer profiles featured on Firsthand.
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How to Clean Up Your Social Media Presence for the Job Hunt
Check out our tips to help you get your social media in shape for when you’re looking for a job.
What Are the Different Types of Master’s Degrees?
There are many different types of master's degrees, but what are they, and what are the impacts they have on your career? Vault lays it out for you,
Pillars of a Great Internship Program, Part Three: Culture
What makes a good internship? Let's ask the experts. Learn what top internship program leaders have to say about the importance of company culture for interns.
Pillars of a Great Internship Program, Part Two: Networking
What makes a good internship? Let's ask the experts. Learn what top internship program leaders have to say about the importance of networking for interns.
Pillars of a Great Internship Program, Part One: Real-World Experience
What makes a good internship? Let's find out. Learn what top internship program leaders have to say about the importance of real-world experience for interns.
How to Make a Lasting Impression at a Career Fair
Check out our tips for standing out from the crowd at your college's career fair.
How to Prepare for a Career Fair
Career fair season is upon us, so read on to learn how you can prep for the biggest career day on campus.
Is It Time to Go Analogue? 4 Tips for Unplugging, at Least for a Bit
Screentime encroaching on your life? We've got some tips on how to bring it back down and re-engage with the real world.
What Is Skills-Based Hiring? An Overview for Students
Skills-based hiring is a new phrase being used in the hiring world, but what does it actually mean? We give you an overview and practical advice on the process.
How to Make the Coffee Talk Feel Like No Big Whoop
The coffee chat is a key tool in one's job search, but it's also nerve-wracking. Here's how to get through them both smoothly and boldly. You know, like coffee.