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Insights for career services leaders

Research, strategies, and stories from the teams transforming how students launch careers.

Best Job Application Trackers in 2026: Top Free & AI Tools Compared

Compare the 7 best job application trackers in 2026 — free tools, AI-powered picks, and why Prentus connects your tracker to resumes, cover letters, and voice mock interviews.

March 30, 202611 min read

Industry

AI Career Coaching vs. Human Career Coaching

Only 10-20% of students use career services. AI coaching solves the access problem — not by replacing human advisors, but by reaching the 80% who never walk through the door.

March 24, 20268 min read

Job Search

How to Build a LinkedIn Profile for Entry-Level Job Seekers in 2026

A complete guide to creating a LinkedIn profile that stands out, even without years of experience.

March 24, 20267 min read

Industry

The Tech Golden Age is Over

The golden age of tech work from 2010 to 2022 is over. 750K layoffs, salary drops, and collapsing CS enrollment signal a new era for information workers.

March 18, 20268 min read

Industry

Workforce Development in Higher Ed Needs Action, Not Just Surveys

97% of higher ed leaders say workforce development is a top priority. Surveys don't close skills gaps. Here's what actual action looks like.

March 4, 20266 min read

Product

Introducing AI Mock Interviews for Higher Education

How Prentus AI mock interviews give every student unlimited, realistic interview practice with instant voice-based feedback.

February 20, 20266 min read

Career Services

How AI is Transforming Career Services in Higher Education

A practical guide for career services directors on AI adoption, covering real use cases like resume building, mock interviews, and outcome tracking.

February 15, 20267 min read

Career Services

Outcome Tracking and Compliance: A Complete Guide for Career Services

How to build an outcome tracking system that satisfies accreditors, impresses leadership, and actually helps students.

February 10, 20268 min read

Industry

NACE Standards and Career Readiness: What Institutions Need to Know

A comprehensive guide to NACE career readiness competencies and how institutions can align their programming.

February 5, 20267 min read

Career Services

Employer Engagement Strategies for University Career Centers

Proven strategies for career services teams to build stronger employer partnerships and increase student placement rates.

January 25, 20266 min read

Job Search

How to Ace Your Next Job Interview: A Complete Guide

From preparation strategies to follow-up techniques, everything you need to walk into your next interview with confidence.

January 20, 20268 min read

Job Search

Resume Tips for New Graduates: Stand Out in a Competitive Market

Practical resume writing advice for recent graduates, including formatting tips, keyword optimization, and common mistakes to avoid.

January 15, 20266 min read

Career Services

4 AI Tools for Career Services

Career services teams are understaffed and overwhelmed. Discover how AI tools for resume review, coaching, and mock interviews can scale your impact.

January 14, 20266 min read

Job Search

Ultimate Job Search Guide for Career Changers

The comprehensive guide to finding a new career, covering self-assessment, skill translation, networking, and interview preparation.

January 10, 202612 min read

Job Search

Recognizing and Avoiding Job Scams: A Complete Guide

How to identify common job scam tactics and protect yourself during your job search, with red flags and reporting resources.

January 8, 20266 min read

Career Services

Building an Exceptional Alumni Community: A Comprehensive Guide

How bootcamps and universities can build thriving alumni communities that drive enrollment growth and student success.

January 3, 20266 min read

Career Advice

Making a Career Change at 50: Tips from Our Experts

Practical advice for professionals considering a career change later in life, from self-assessment to landing your new role.

December 22, 20257 min read

Employers

Why Your Startup Should Hire a Software Engineer Intern

How software engineering interns bring fresh talent, innovative ideas, and cost-effective development to growing startups.

December 17, 20256 min read

Employers

Why Your Startup Needs to Hire a Data Science Intern

The business case for hiring data science interns, from cost savings to fresh perspectives on your data challenges.

December 10, 20256 min read

Employers

Hiring Diverse Talent: 6+ Tips for Building a Diverse Talent Pipeline

Actionable strategies for building a diverse talent pipeline, from blind resume screening to partnering with diverse institutions.

December 3, 20258 min read

Employers

The 10 Diversity Recruiting Metrics You Need to Be Measuring

Essential diversity recruiting metrics that help organizations track progress and build more inclusive hiring practices.

November 25, 20258 min read

Job Search

5 AI Career Coaching Tools That Work in 2026

We tested 5 AI career coaching platforms — comparing mock interviews, resume tools, and actual results. Here is what actually helped job seekers land interviews.

November 14, 20259 min read

Career Advice

How to Make a Career Change at 40: A Complete Guide

Step-by-step guidance for professionals looking to pivot careers at 40, including skill assessment, retraining, and networking strategies.

October 22, 20258 min read

Job Search

How to Negotiate Salary: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Paid What You're Worth

A step-by-step guide to salary negotiation for entry-level professionals, from research to closing the deal.

October 8, 20259 min read

Company

Prentus Raises Funding to Reimagine the Future of Career Success

Announcing our funding round backed by Potencia Ventures and LearnLaunch to build AI career agents for every student in higher education.

April 28, 20258 min read

Company

Why I Shutdown My Startup to Help Bootcamp Grads

The story of how Rod Danan pivoted from his first startup to build Prentus and help bootcamp graduates launch their careers.

June 3, 20236 min read

Industry

The Future of Bootcamps: 5 Ways to Improve Student Success

Where career training programs are headed and five strategies for bootcamps to improve student outcomes and stay competitive.

May 12, 20217 min read

Company

The Prentus Pivot: Our 4/20 Announcement

Rod Danan announces the pivot from Prentus as a networking platform to a comprehensive career services platform for institutions.

April 20, 20214 min read

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