There are many different things that factor into getting a job. First, you build a resume and send it to a company as part of your application for a job. If the company thinks you could be a good fit for the position, they’ll schedule...
When Tina Chan Sweenie started working for Penn-Mar in January 2020 as Manager of Volunteer and Donor Engagement, she could never have imagined that only two months later the COVID pandemic would bring her outreach efforts to a screeching halt.With people and programs moving from...
Each month, we’re highlighting a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages. We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do. So, tune in for...
As a full-time Dean’s List student and an extremely dedicated employee, Jessica Patchel has her hands full. Penn-Mar was very fortunate to have Jessica join our team three and a half years ago as a Residential Assistant. Since then, she has been promoted twice and...
Once you’re grown up, you’re expected to work to make money so you can provide for yourself and your family. This allows you to do things like buy a house, pay your bills, travel, and save for anything else you want. However, the type of...
When it comes to jobs and careers, the majority of people are most worried about the wages they will earn for the work they perform. Whether that comes in the form of an hourly rate, a one-time contract with a lump sum, or a salary,...
[caption id="attachment_2873" align="alignright" width="225"] Dave putting in his final shift at the Giant supermarket in Westminster, MD on November 18th.[/caption]On November 18th, 2021, Dave Peak donned his Giant uniform for the last time. His final shift at the supermarket in Westminster, Maryland, was bittersweet for...
The Penn-Mar HEART Award program recognizes team members whose passion and performance leave the mark of their own legacy through exceptional demonstrations of Honesty, Excellence, Advocacy, Respect, and Teamwork....
Since resumes are often the first thing an employer sees from you, it’s paramount that your resume is organized, accurate, and comprehensive. Submitting a resume that is improperly formatted, contains spelling and grammatical errors, leaves large gaps in your history, or uses falsified information is...
As the world continues to navigate the pandemic, some things are beginning to return to normal. That includes the process of getting a job. Virtual interviews have been the primary interview method for the last year, but as more and more businesses reopen their doors,...