The Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) is committed to supporting all Harvard FAS students, including those who identify as first generation / low income. MCS advisors are eager to work with you on all aspects of the career exploration process, including searching for and applying to internships, jobs, and graduate programs. Schedule an appointment with an MCS advisor to discuss potential career pathways, search strategies (job, internship, and graduate school), interviewing skills, resumes, and portfolio or LinkedIn profile reviews, and see our calendar of events for relevant programming.

4 things to know about the Startup Fair (Friday, Feb 13 1-4pm ET @ the Harvard i-Lab)

Most MCS in-person career fairs follow a similar format: employers host booths, and students circulate to speak with representatives. This makes it easy to compare opportunities and meet potential colleagues. You’ll see this setup at the February Startup Fair; but …

By Deb Carroll
Deb Carroll Executive Director, Mignone Center for Career Success
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How to navigate the job market as a first-generation student | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep57

In this empowering episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the often-intimidating world of professional networking for first-generation college students and graduates. We understand that for many, the idea of ‘consulting’ or finding connections within an industry can feel completely foreign, …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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On the Transformative Power of Seeing Others

Daniel Lobo graduated in 2014 and was an advisor at the Mignone Center for Career Success prior to attending UC Berkeley as a PhD Candidate in Sociology.

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