This article from College Recruiter provides some statistics of first-generation students that help us not feel so alone in this journey, followed by several tips about internship search and entry-level jobs as a first-generation student that help to rebuild confidence.
Name: Ashley Wever
Organization: Indiana University
Position: Specialist, Talent Acquisition Process & Technology (Recruiter)
Location: Position location is Bloomington, Indiana, but I work remotely from Austin, Texas
Alma Mater: Indiana University – Bloomington
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Best Colleges has provided a huge list of resources for students with disabilities on a career search. Sections include: Determining Career Interests, Preparing for the Job Search, Internship Programs, Building Your Network, Job Search Strategies, and other career resources.
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Job search is stressful for everyone, especially for Transgender and Nonbinary people that have added layers of stress regarding how we’re perceived, evaluated, and treated. Read this article for 7 job search tips to help ease the process.
Read tips from a fellow first-generation graduate student on how she has found success on her road to a Ph.D. HERE.
This article includes tips for communicating with your career advisors, how to assess your strengths, and how to use your time in college to prepare for the job field.
O’Neill School international students looking to register their U.S. based internship should use this document for a step by step guide to completing the internship registration and work authorization process. As a reminder–DO NOT begin working without the proper work …
View article HERE regarding how the federal Americans with Disabilities Act protects employees with a disability, along with some tips on navigating the hiring process.
Feeling uncomfortable about coming out to your employer and coworkers, or just not sure on how to do so?
You deserve to work comfortably.
View this article HERE for some tips for coming out at work.
Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or just want some extra tips to help navigate the job search?
View the article HERE for some helpful tips.
