From Dorms to Desks

Start your summer internship search strong! Don't waste syllabus week. We break down the ultimate Week One Checklist to help you get hired fast. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, discover how to beat the panic with six essential tasks. Learn to optimize your resume, leverage career services, a...

Is your boss tracking your keystrokes? Workplace surveillance is on the rise, and 1 in 9 workers have quit because of it. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, we dive into the gritty reality of "Bossware" and digital monitoring. As remote work grows, so does "productivity anxiety." Managers are i...

"No, I’m good" is the wrong answer in 2026. Show off your soft skills and emotional intelligence with these 5 smart interview questions. When the hiring manager asks if you have questions, it’s your final chance to prove you’re the right fit. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, Alex and Jordan r...

You’ve nailed the questions, but how do you end the interview? Don’t let a weak goodbye ruin your hard work. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, produced by College Recruiter, we break down the ultimate closing statement template for the 2026 job market. Learn how to prove you were listening, hi...

Got multiple internship offers? Stop celebrating and start strategizing. The 2026 job market is an audition for your future, and a simple pro/con list won't cut it. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, we reveal why "boring" companies might be your golden ticket and how to use a Decision Matrix t...

Nervous about your next interview? Discover how Generative AI can level the playing field for students and help you land that entry-level job. Interviews bring significant stress, but tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity can act as your personal career coach. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, we ...

Does networking make you feel like a used car salesman? Stop faking it. We reveal how to build genuine connections without selling your soul. In this episode of From Dorms to Desks, we dive into Keith Spencer’s expert advice on authentic networking. If the thought of handing out business cards gives...

Stop hoping your resume is enough. In 2026, employers don’t just want potential—they want proof. It’s time to bring the "receipts" to your job search. Generic buzzwords like "hard worker" won't cut it anymore. To land the job this year, you need to move beyond listing duties and start showing concre...

HR is disconnected from the 80 million hourly workers who want dignity, not culture. In this episode, we explore the stark divide between corporate Human Resources and the more than 80 million Americans who make up the hourly, frontline workforce, which represents over three out of every five US wor...

Stop leaving thousands on the table! Recruiters expect you to negotiate your total compensation, one some of which is your salary or wages. Learn the insider secrets now. On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we expose the number one amateur mistake made by emerging talent: focusing on...