Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid While Being Interviewed
One of the main reasons people further their education is to get the academic training they need to pursue a meaningful career. Once academic studies are complete, and students graduate, the [...]
How International Students can get an Externship with Little-to-No Experience
Part of your training at the Computer Systems Institute is gaining real-world experience with an externship. Some students may be nervous and feel like they aren’t the strongest candidate or have [...]
How International Students Can Get a Strong Academic Start
Arriving and getting established at a new school is difficult for students of all ages and levels, but it’s even harder for international students. Not only do they have to deal [...]
Building Friendships with Multi-Cultural Classmates
Attending classes of any kind in an overseas learning environment means you will inevitably be surrounded by people of different nationalities, cultural backgrounds, religions, and more. You may wonder how you [...]
Exploring Massachusetts as an International Student: Interesting Places to See
International students in Massachusetts have a unique and extraordinary opportunity to explore America's rich history, culture, and beauty firsthand, all in one place. Here are some examples of interesting places you [...]
Exploring Illinois as an International Student: Interesting Places to See
Known for its world-class city of Chicago, the entire state of Illinois offers international students a way to steep themselves in the culture and history of America beyond the classroom. Chicago [...]
Top 10 Conversation-Starting Questions Every International Student Should Know
When international students come together as a class for the first time, it can be a pretty daunting and challenging experience. It's only natural to wonder about how to connect with [...]
How International Students Can Prepare for Job Interviews After They Graduate
Making the transition from tertiary education into the world of work can be pretty daunting for a variety of reasons. But one of the biggest challenges is trying to find that first job [...]
How To Effectively Manage Your Exam Stress
Exam season can be a stressful time for anyone. Feelings of anxiety and nervousness can take over, to the point where our performance in the exams actually suffers. In a terrible twist of irony, the [...]
How International Students can Prepare for Interviews for Internships/Externships
Internships and externships can give students a significant advantage over their peers upon entering the workforce. For international students, this can be a valuable asset. How you conduct yourself in the interview is key to acceptance over [...]
