4 Pieces Of Advice For Every Grad Starting Their First Job

By Andy Molinsky

“You spent four years doing everything right. The internships, the GPA, the career fairs. Now you’re graduating and heading into your first job, and here’s what nobody told you: your job description matters far less than what …

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“We Didn’t Know the Timeline Either”: Seniors on Careers, Setbacks, and Growth as FGLI Students 

Career exploration can feel especially overwhelming for first‑generation, low‑income (FGLI) students, who are often navigating unfamiliar systems, unclear timelines, and limited access to informal guidance. The recent panel co-hosted by PRIMUS and MCS brought together five Harvard seniors, each nearing …

By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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Making the Most of Your Summer

Congratulations on completing the academic year! While many of you are looking forward to a summer experience, many others are still seeking opportunities. In either case, below are some tips to make the most of your summer.

If you are …

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Plans B, C and D: Alternatives to Summer Internships

Haven’t secured a summer internship yet? Don’t worry– there is still time to plan for a summer that allows you to explore your interests and expand your skills! Below are some options beyond the traditional internship experience to consider:

Complete …

By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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Tech and Innovation Fellowships

Interested in innovation, technology and social change? Consider the following fellowships that allow individuals to apply cutting edge technology such as AI to solve real world problems.

Upcoming Deadlines:
Other Notable Fellowships to Keep in Mind:

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By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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​​The Rocket Ship Startup List: 2026 Edition

The ~ 900 Top Companies to Work For, Including 35 Supernovas

Prepared by Jeffrey Bussgang, General Partner and Co-Founder, Flybridge Capital Partners; Senior Lecturer, Harvard Business School:

“Each spring for the last decade, I’ve published the Rocket Ship Startup List – a …

By Caroline Rende
Caroline Rende Associate Director of Graduate Career Exploration
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After a Setback, Gain Perspective and Insight Through Productive Grief

Taking the time to reflect on your disappointment can help you plan a meaningful path forward.

“Most people will experience professional disappointment during their careers. At some point, something that they’ve worked toward or aspired to will fall through: Maybe …

By Laura Stark
Laura Stark Associate Director: Academic Careers & Pursuing the PhD
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HERC’s Job Seeker’s Guide to Requesting Accommodations

“Many job seekers hesitate to ask for accommodations, even when they are legally protected and could meaningfully improve the hiring experience. HERC’s Job Seeker’s Guide to Requesting Accommodations breaks down what accommodations are, when and how to request them, and …

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CLASS OF 2026 – MCS IS HERE FOR YOU

Harvard College alumni have access to The Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) for five years after graduation (and …

By Anthony Arcieri
Anthony Arcieri Anthony Arcieri, Director of Undergraduate Career Advising and Programming; & Architecture, Engineering, Environment Advising
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How to Succeed in Your Very First Job

By Carly Stern

Excerpt from Bloomberg.com

“While the class of 2026 is graduating at a moment when full-time employment feels extra precarious and AI seems poised to change the nature of work, experts say the strategies for thriving in an …

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