Why Being Out at Work Matters – Queer Money Ep. 168

On this Queer Money, we discuss a topic that often brings up angst for many in the LGBTQ community; should I be out at work?

An estimated 50% of LGBTQ individuals in the US are not out at work. Why does visibility matter? What can companies do to encourage self-identification? And how can businesses use …

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Program Spotlight: Lime Connect

Lime Connect represents the largest network of high-potential university students and professionals – including veterans – who have disabilities in the world.

Lime Connect is a global not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that’s rebranding disability through achievement. They do that by attracting, preparing, and connecting …

By Katie Fell
Katie Fell Assistant Director, Harvard College Still Deciding, Exploring, & Self-Assessment
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Making a mid-career industry shift – Angela Tomlinson, ALM, Sustainability

Angela Tomlinson graduated in May of 2023 after 2 years of full-time study.  Angela was awarded the 2023 Director’s Prize for Outstanding Research Capstone for her study of the US Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act’s ability to bring climate action, …

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The Only 4 Things on LinkedIn that Matter

Here’s just a sampling of the questions I get about LinkedIn on a regular basis:

“How many recommendations do I need to have?”

“Do I have to buy a Premium account?”

“What should I do if my mom endorsed me …

By Jeremy Schifeling
Jeremy Schifeling
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6 tips for first-generation college students searching for internships or other early career jobs

We’ve gathered six invaluable tips from tech content reviewers, founders, and others to help first-generation college and university students navigate the challenging waters of early career employment. These insights range from planning early and gaining hands-on experience to leveraging social …

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The State of the STEM Hiring Market (AI & Tech) featuring Sameer Siddiqi 

The team at Rora helps top researchers and engineers negotiate win-win deals with tech companies and finance firms. On September 8, 2023, the Mignone Center for Career Success hosted Rora’s Sameer Siddiqi for a chat about the state of the …

By Divya Chandramouli
Divya Chandramouli Interim Assistant Director, Harvard Griffin GSAS Graduate Career Services
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Should I Put My Pronouns on My Resume? Ask the “Queer Career Coach”

While we now use online job boards and Zoom meetings in place of classified ads and formal handshakes, one thing remains the same: A good resume can speak volumes about you, before you even open your mouth. Your resume is …

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NACE’s Position Statement on Unpaid Internships

This position statement was published by NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers). See the excerpt below and link to the full statement.

“Internships serve as an important bridge from college to career. NACE research has demonstrated that internship experiences …

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Humanities@Work: Careers in Philanthropic Foundations featuring Dr. Richard Ekman (PhD ‘72)  

The Mignone Center for Career Success recently hosted the kick-off session of the Humanities@Work (H@W) series. The series showcases the rich and varied career pathways available to advanced degree candidates in the Humanities. The series will feature guest speakers from …

By Divya Chandramouli
Divya Chandramouli Interim Assistant Director, Harvard Griffin GSAS Graduate Career Services
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Succeeding at Career Fairs

Career fairs can be a good way for those looking for a job, to meet a number of prospective employers at one place. Singapore has been having such events pretty regularly recently and those looking for a job should certainly …

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