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We strive to affirm student identities in our work with employers, in our advising, and in the resources we curate for students. Below you will find affinity-based job boards; professional development, networking and advocacy opportunities; and scholarship, grant and fellowship opportunities.
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Affinity-Based Career Resources
Resources for Intersectional Identities
Job Boards
- offers a job board, lists of top employers committed to building diverse teams, and career advice articles
- offers career and professional development advice, as well as a job board, for African Americans, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Latino/Hispanic Americans, Native American, and women.
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- Internship placement with corporate partners (paid), training (resume, interview prep), mentoring, coaching, and leadership development for ethnically diverse students
- non-profit organization focused on growing leadership opportunities for ethnic minorities in health services management. Links to educational programs, summer internships, professional development, and a leadership conference
- founded 20 years ago as a career support site for Hispanic and bilingual professionals, Latpro has expanded services to include Asian-Americans, veterans, workers with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
- this educational non-profit manages a career development program, a law fellowship, and a fellowship for first and second-year investment banking analysts traditionally underrepresented in the industry.
Scholarships, Grants, and Fellowship Information
- the Getty Marrow Undergraduate Internship program in L.A. aims to encourage greater diversity in museums and visual arts professions through full-time summer work opportunities.
- provides low-income students with fully-funded fellowships for graduate studies and public service careers.*
- supports low-income students to study or intern abroad for one semester or a full year.*
- offers scholarships for low-income U.S. undergraduates to study in Asia.*
- empowers undergraduates from low-income backgrounds for public service careers.*
- Provides financial assistance for graduate school applicants pursuing careers in U.S. Foreign Service or international development, prioritizing financial need, diversity and inclusion.*
*The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
Asian, Asian-American & Pacific Islander
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
(APAICS) - is dedicated to promoting Asian Pacific American participation and representation at all levels of the political process. Their programs include a , a , and .
- the leading force in forging closer ties between Asia and the West
- develops projects, training, education, and advocacy to advance civil and human rights for Asian Americans
- cultivates and empowers Asian & Pacific Islander leaders.
- U.S. government program to strengthen leadership development in the region
Black & African American
Job Boards
- the job board for Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, the premier news source reporting on diversity, equity, and inclusion
- A diversity and consulting firm focused on recruitment for educational institutions (teachers, administrators, and coaches). Check out their job board and career fairs.
- the jobs board for this historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization
Scholarship, Grant, and Fellowship Information
- list of scholarships, internships, and fellowships for Black/African American and minority students
- includes a list of top 10 scholarships and a table with deadlines and award amounts
this association offers training and career advancement opportunities for Black journalists and media professionals. Learn about student membership, scholarships, and internships on this page.
- Provides scholarships and internships, ranging from $4,000 to $70,000, supporting both undergraduates and graduates in their professional growth.*
*The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
Indigenous & Native American
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- focused on substantially increasing the representation of Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in STEM studies and careers
- dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in attaining STEM advanced degrees, careers, and leadership positions
Scholarship, Grant, and Fellowship Information
- provides financial aid to eligible American Indian/Alaska Native students to assist them in attending an accredited higher education institution
- Provides scholarships, fellowships, and internships for Indigenous students in environmental, healthcare, and tribal policy fields, plus research funding and training.*
*The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
International Students
- provides comprehensive information about U.S. legal immigration, including visas, Green Card, citizenship, travel insurance, and more.
- provides information on student and work visas, Green Cards, job searching and application advice, and a job board.
International Student Resources - the Career Center's page covering career resources and the job application process.
Latina/o/x & Hispanic
Job Boards
- the first Latino professional employment website designed specifically for the higher education community
- launched by LULAC, the job bank helps recent college graduates find jobs
- job board for this civil rights organization that connects Latinx talent with the entertainment industry
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- an initiative between Disability:In and the American Association of People with Disabilities, the Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a disability inclusion rating tool for 헤라카지노 보증es. Participating companies who score 80 or above are included in a list of "Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion."
- dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in attaining STEM advanced degrees, careers, and leadership positions.
Scholarship, Grant, and Fellowship Information
- this program recruits college students for paid internships at federal agencies and private corporations.
- Apply to be an HSF scholar before or during your undergraduate career and gain access to professional development, mentorship, and scholarships
- scholarship to fund internships in Washington, D.C.
- scholarship for undergraduate Latino students interested in the media and entertainment industry.
- For undergraduates and recent grads, offers paid roles in D.C. congressional offices, emphasizing leadership, legislation, and Latino community engagement.*
- For undergraduates and recent grads, offers paid roles in D.C. congressional offices, emphasizing leadership, legislation, and Latino community engagement, with perks.*
*The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
LGBTQIA+
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- national LGBTQ advocacy organization
- rates workplaces on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Equality
- national organization dedicated to electing LGBTQ people to all levels of government
- national transgender advocacy organization
- an advocacy organization dedicated to expanding economic opportunities and advancements for LGBT people
- national LGBTQ advocacy organization
- national organization dedicated to LGBTQ workplace equality
- national LGBTQ networking organization
- formerly the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professional, this organization empowers LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM by providing education, advocacy, professional development, networking and peer support
- represents LGBTQ union members and their allies
Scholarships, Grants, and Fellowships
- national database for LGBTQ scholarships
Non-Traditional Age
- offers articles on returning to work, who's hiring, and more
- promotes an age-diverse workforce by expanding employment opportunities for individuals 55 and over. Search for positions and review job search and training resources
- learn about your rights regarding age discrimination
Disability Resources
Job Boards and Placement Assistance
- Federal government hiring info for individuals with disabilities
- job portal helping adults with autism find meaningful employment
- check out the job boards and resources at the end of the article
- a collection of resources filterable by neurodivergence and audience. Includes information on neurodiversity in the workplace.
- a selection of resources for employers and jobseekers. Filter to find job boards, internships, and general career advice.
- coordinators help recruit, hire, and accommodate people with disabilities for federal agencies
- Specialisterne works with North American employers to recruit autistic and other neurodivergent individuals. Apply for specific positions or complete their general interest job posting to be included in their database.
- a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private-sector employers nationwide with college students and recent graduates with disabilities
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- a network of interdisciplinary centers advancing policy and practice for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities
- a network of high-potential university students and professionals -- including veterans -- who happen to have disabilities*
- a foundation empowering disabled individuals through entertainment, leadership, policy, and faith inclusion programs, fostering authentic representation and societal empowerment.*
- a MD/DC-based nonprofit working to support people with disabilities in seeking paid employment and receiving on-the-job support.
Training
(JAN) - Workplace accommodation resources and training for individuals with disabilities
*The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
Religion and Spirituality
- understand your employment rights in regard to religious discrimination
Veteran Resources
Job Boards and Placement Assistance
- the Veterans Job Matcher helps identify civilian careers that could be a good match for military skills.
- find government jobs with veterans' preference
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- free program that connects veterans and eligible military spouses with corporate mentors
Reference
- - get tips on finding and applying for federal jobs
- - learn about veterans' preference
- - career advice articles on transitioning to civilian life and more
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- - This foundation empowers military members, veterans, and spouses with scholarships and leadership development for diverse career paths.*
- - A fund for U.S. students' language and culture studies abroad, covering various fields. Veterans have application preference.*
- - offers students global academic and professional experiences. Veterans have application preference.*
- *The Office of Merit Awards offers application support.
Women
Job Boards
- search engine for women-rated companies
- a free job board operated by women, for women
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- This bureau develops policies and standards and conducts inquiries to safeguard the interests of working women; to advocate for their equality and economic security for themselves and their families; and to promote quality work environments.
- offers career development advice and a job board
Undocumented Students
Professional Development, Networking, and Advocacy
- law association offering support to undocumented pre-law and law students, practitioners and paralegals. They also have a Facebook page.
- TheDream.Us provides fact sheets, guides, mental health resources, and more. Check out their and their list of .
- empowers undocumented young people to achieve educational and career goals. Their site includes information on making money, mental health, and offers other resources like this .
- information on workers' rights, including articles on employment eligibility verification and discrimination
- PHD investigates and shares information on career pathways for pre-health undocumented students
- this Facebook group serves as a space for black undocumented people to heal, organized and be empowered by each other
- youth-led immigrant rights organization that offers blogs, reports, trainings, and action toolkits