From Dorms to Desks
Welcome to "From Dorms to Desks", brought to you by College Recruiter job search site, which believes that every student and recent graduate deserves a great career. Every week, our AI-generated hosts dive into relatable topics, from landing that first internship to acing job interviews. With quick, 10-minute episodes full of upbeat, humorous dialogue, they make job searching feel less like a chore and more like an adventure. Whether you're a student navigating the last days of college or an early-career professional starting your first job, "From Dorms to Desks" is here to help you make the leap from campus life to career success—with plenty of laughs along the way!
Episodes
December 23, 2025 • 61 mins
Landing your first job can feel daunting, especially when creating a resume with little to no formal work experience. In today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we break down how to build a standout resume by reframing what counts as experience. Learn to highlight academic projects, volunteer work, campus involvement, and even part-time jobs to demonstrate valuable transferable skills like leadership, teamwork, and resp...
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December 16, 2025 • 33 mins
Situational, or behavioral-based, interview questions can be intimidating, especially for young professionals without much formal work experience. In today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how these questions, which often start with "Tell me about a time when...," are designed to assess a candidate's problem-solving skills, adaptability, and teamwork based on past experiences.
To answer effectively, experts...
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December 9, 2025 • 44 mins
In today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we explore the dynamic world of internships, offering essential advice for both students and employers. We'll discuss why winter break is a surprisingly effective time for students to search for summer internships, update their resumes, and expand their professional network. For employers, we'll highlight innovative hiring strategies that go beyond the traditional resume, such ...
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December 2, 2025 • 43 mins
Negotiating a job offer can feel daunting, but it's a crucial step that sets the tone for your financial future. Failing to negotiate your initial salary can have a significant compounding effect, potentially costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars over your career.
On today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss why it's essential to do your homework before you even receive an offer. Research industry salar...
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November 25, 2025 • 63 mins
On today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we dive deep into what it takes to not just get a job, but to excel in your career and become an indispensable member of your team.
We’ll explore the fifteen critical traits of top performers, from being action-oriented and solutions-focused to having infectious enthusiasm and a commitment to continuous learning. Beyond these traits, we’ll discuss how to build strong, positive...
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November 18, 2025 • 58 mins
Crafting the perfect resume and cover letter is a crucial first step toward landing your dream job. On today's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how a strong resume acts as your personal marketing tool, offering a brief, informative summary of your relevant abilities, education, and experience.
It's essential to tailor your resume for each position, using active language and quantifying your accomplishments t...
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November 11, 2025 • 33 mins
While many worry about AI replacing jobs, the reality is more complex. On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, which requires professionals to adapt, rather than replacing humans entirely.
The key to future-proofing your career is to embrace lifelong learning and focus on uniquely human skills like creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinki...
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November 4, 2025 • 72 mins
Graduating from college is an exciting milestone, but it also brings the daunting question of "what's next?" On this episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we discuss how planning for your post-graduation life is essential for a successful transition into the professional world. This involves setting clear, actionable goals for both your career and personal life. Creating a roadmap, like a five-year plan, can transform vague a...
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October 28, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode of "From Dorms to Desks," we explore why internships are a critical building block for your career. In today's competitive job market, a degree alone isn't enough; hands-on experience is what sets you apart. We discuss how internships serve as a bridge from the classroom to the professional world, allowing you to develop essential skills, build a professional network, and gain clarity on your career path.
Internshi...
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October 21, 2025 • 52 mins
This episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast tackles the longstanding dilemma of needing experience to secure a job, while often needing a job to gain that very experience. Our hosts delve into a crucial shift in the 2025 job market, revealing that employers are increasingly valuing skills, potential, and adaptability over traditional work history. You will discover that everyone, including those with no formal work history, alr...
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October 14, 2025 • 61 mins
This week, the From Dorms to Desks Podcast helps students and recent grads navigate the murky waters of job descriptions because, let's face it, they often hide more than they reveal. Our cohosts walk you through developing your bullsh*t radar so you can stop swiping right on the wrong job and find a role that truly aligns with you.
First, we decode the buzzwords. "Fast-paced environment" often means tight deadlines, constant chan...
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October 7, 2025 • 48 mins
Should you really make a video resume? Are TikTok resumes brilliant or terrible ideas? Bold or blasé? Join us as we explore the dynamic world of creative applications and whether they truly help you stand out, or if they might just land you in a meme.
On one side, the more cautious voice reminds us that some experts warn video resumes are prone to bias and discrimination during the hiring process, potentially opening a door that h...
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September 30, 2025 • 53 mins
In this empowering episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the often-intimidating world of professional networking for first-generation college students and graduates. We understand that for many, the idea of ‘consulting’ or finding connections within an industry can feel completely foreign, especially when your family might not have direct experience in those fields. This episode is for anyone who feels like networki...
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September 23, 2025 • 41 mins
This week, the cohosts of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast dig into the unadvertised opportunities that can be your secret weapon in the job market. We know you love job boards like College Recruiter, but they aren’t the only game in town—and today we’re spilling the fries on a secret menu of job-search hacks.
For years, you’ve probably heard that 70–80% of roles live in a “hidden job market,” filled through internal moves, referra...
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September 16, 2025 • 48 mins
On this week's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, our cohosts dive into a topic that barely existed a few years ago: how artificial intelligence tools like Gemini and ChatGPT are ushering in a new economic era, transforming the path from college to the workforce.
This shift is already visible across sectors from technology and finance to media and law. For the first time, unemployment among recent graduates has exceeded t...
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September 9, 2025 • 41 mins
Finding a great new job is almost never easy. A lot of factors come into play, including timing. On this week's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, our cohosts focus on the issue of timing, specifically whether it's simply the wrong time of the year to find an internship.
Everyone on LinkedIn is already posting about their summer internships, and you’re just now realizing… oops. Don't worry, if you're feeling that sinking...
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September 2, 2025 • 45 mins
On this week's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, our cohosts talk about how some students, recent graduates, and other job applicants tirelessly apply for jobs with little success. If you're experiencing that, you're not alone. It turns out that more than a third of all jobs posted online are actually not real vacancies, a phenomenon often referred to as "ghost" or "fake" jobs. One survey revealed that 81% of recruiters a...
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August 26, 2025 • 26 mins
On this week's episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the mystery of why your resume seems to vanish into a black hole after you apply for jobs online. That black hole has a name: the Applicant Tracking System, or ATS. In this practical episode, we break down exactly what ATS software is and why it's a critical gatekeeper for early-career job seekers, affecting whether a human ever even sees your application. You mig...
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August 19, 2025 • 37 mins
On this week's episode of From Dorms to Desks, our cohosts dive into one of the most frustrating job market experiences: ghosting. As they put it, "You clicked apply and waited. And waited. And… nothing. Ghosted again." Sometimes it’s not personal—your résumé may be the culprit—but often the silence comes from recruiters and hiring managers themselves.
Candidate ghosting—when recruiters cease all communication without explanation—...
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August 12, 2025 • 13 mins
When you’re early in your career, it can feel like you’re shouting into a crowded room, hoping someone will hear your voice above the noise. The reality is that most employers are looking for potential more than polish. They don’t expect you to have years of experience, but they do want to see that you’ve taken ownership of your path so far and are ready to learn. That means making sure your resume, cover letter, and application ar...
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