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Brijin Kastberg

Marketing and Administrative Coordinator

Brijin Kastberg joined the Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) in March of 2019 as the Marketing and Administrative Coordinator. She has a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Certificate of Studies in Horticulture from Piedmont Virginia Community College. Brijin welcomes students, employers, faculty, staff and the public as the first point of contact for CPDC. She works closely with the CPDC team to communicate with students and recruiters about on/off-campus events and job/internship postings. Brijin also manages the social media and digital platforms for the department.

Prior to joining CPDC, Brijin started her career at Nichols College as an Administrative Assistant in the Office for International Engagement and Fischer Institute. She particularly loved assisting the study abroad students from initial sign-up to their return. Brijin is excited for her new role at Nichols, and to still be able to support our student population. Prior to joining Nichols, Brijin worked in the horticulture field for over twenty years.

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What to Wear on Your First Day of Work, by Dress Code

June 10, 2021

Your first day of a new job or internship is an exciting time—but it can also be intimidating. You probably have a lot …

By Brijin Kastberg

Predicting the Future of the Job Market

May 25, 2021

Understand How The Pandemic Changed The Job Market

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When the world came to a screeching halt in early 2020 we knew that the job market would go through significant changes. From the advent of Zoom interviews to the adoption …

By Brijin Kastberg

How to Relocate for a Job After Graduation

May 19, 2021

With college life now behind you, it’s time to enter the “real world”. For many people, especially those who have taken advantage of our career and professional development center’s website, this means entering the workforce in your first post-graduate job. …

By Brijin Kastberg

How to Land a Internship Despite the Global Pandemic

April 8, 2021

It’s that time of year again. Students are gearing up in hopes of finding a fulfilling internship or co-op position.

You’re eager to apply what you’ve learned in school to the real world. But landing an internship may seem like …

By Tarek Bouakaz - Vidcruiter

2021 Sophomore Shout Out Event Series Recap

April 7, 2021

The CPDC and PDS program were excited to celebrate virtually the Class of 2023 during the Spring 2021 Sophomore Shout Out Event Series. A Nichols College tradition, sophomore students were welcomed and inspired by alumni, hearing advice regarding making the …

By Brijin Kastberg

The 3 Steps to Take After Your Virtual Session with an Employer

March 19, 2021

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The 3 Steps to Take After Your Virtual Session with an Employer

Learn what to do after your virtual session to leave a great impression with employers.

If you’ve just finished attending a virtual recruiting event, you may be …

By Brijin Kastberg

How to Write a Stellar Resume With No Work Experience

March 18, 2021

Business Acronym NRE as No Relevant Experience

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Are you worried about writing a resume with no work experience?

It can be a tricky thing. Every job seeker knows the importance of the resume in the job-hunting process. The resume is your calling card, your professional life …

By Brijin Kastberg