Why you should have an internship
“Without an internship, you will not get a job after school.” Sounds harsh, but this is what my professor said. I remember sitting through that 2 ½ hour night class…
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Author: 1st St. Admin
Graduation Countdown
You’re graduating next year? Great! Then NOW is the time to start your job search. Yeah… what? So, in addition to class, studying, writing papers, my campus job, juggling dating…
Read MoreHow to Handle Employment Gaps on your Resume
It’s important to be mindful of holes in your resume. (Hint: The worst thing you can do is ignore them!) The shocking truth? It’s OK to get personal. Your resume…
Read MorePro-fraternization
Still holding onto an outdated anti-fraternization policy no one reads anyway? Time to embrace a progressive philosophy that ENCOURAGES personal relationships among co-workers. Let’s review the advantages – and address…
Read MoreThe psychology of recruitment.
It can take tremendous courage to leave your comfy job and start something full of unknowns. The new boss seemed nice enough during a one-hour interview, but what is she…
Read MoreWhat is so darn great about Revit?
No, seriously, a recruiter wants to know. Revit designers are so happy! Like someone spikes your Colectivo with sunshine. What is so exceptionally fulfilling about your current Revit design /…
Read MoreKevin “Tex” Lillie- Sr. Technical Recruiter!
As a reward for working diligently and sourcing excellent candidates the past four years, Tex has been promoted to Sr. Technical Recruiter. Please tip your hat and send him your…
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1st St. NW Inc. welcomes Rachel Conard (again)!
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications, Rachel joined 1st St. NW, Inc. as an entry-level recruiter. She knew little about the technical…
Read MoreKevin “Tex” Lillie Celebrates Four Years with 1st St. NW!
This month, Kevin “Tex” Lillie will be celebrating his four year anniversary with 1st St. NW. In June of 2012, the South Dakota native jumped into the staffing world following…
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Most In-Demand Jobs
Forbes Magazine’s “Most In-Demand Jobs” survey came out last month and there’s some very good news for Manufacturing, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineers. Check it out at http://www.forbes.com/sites/karstenstrauss/2016/02/06/the-most-in-demand-jobs-and-what-they-pay/#39b872883201. Note to parents…
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