Naomi Hong

Naomi Hong graduated from Occidental College in 2018 with a degree in International Relations and Japanese and a minor in Economics. She currently works as a concierge/front desk agent at a luxury hotel in Southern California. She's passionate about hospitality and travel and hope to continue my career within the hotel industry. She also enjoys writing articles about career advice, studying abroad, and learning new languages. 

Articles

The Best College Extracurriculars to Strengthen Your Resume

Extracurricular activities are a great way to show future employers what you're passionate about. Here are the best extracurriculars for boosting your resume.read more

10 Mistakes First-Year International Students Make (and How to Avoid Them!)

Going abroad for university can be stressful enough without worrying about having a bad experience. Here are 10 mistakes to avoid for a good first year.read more

The Top 10 Hard and Soft Skills All Employers Want

We all have a "skills" section on our resume, but what are the most valuable ones? Read on to see what hard and soft skills your friends should endorse on LinkedIn!read more

Scholarships for International Students (Undergrad and Grad!)

Just a list of scholarships and fellowships aimed at international students studying in the United States (updated for 2021)!read more

How to Transition From College to a Full-Time Job

Every student has to deal with the college-to-career transition. Here are a few tips to make yours as smooth as possible.read more

Mistakes First-Year College Students Make (and How to Avoid Them)

Freshman year can be a bit bumpy, and everyone makes mistakes. But here are a few to avoid to make your first year go more smoothly.read more

The College Student's Ultimate Bucket List

Here are 10 things every college student should do this year that are sure to create lasting memories.read more

Top 10 Mistakes New Grads Make When Seeking a Job

We all make mistakes, especially during our first full-time career search. Here are 10 things to avoid during the job hunt.read more

10 Common Study Abroad Problems and Solutions

Here are common problems you may face when studying abroad, plus simple ways to resolve them so you can have the best experience possible.read more

Overcoming Language Barriers During Study Abroad

Studying abroad in a country with an unfamiliar language can be fun and scary! Here are some tricks to ease into it.read more