The Emergence of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives: What are they and how are companies using them?  

The adoption of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives is starting to arise in a wide range of companies. It has become central to corporate strategies, reshaping the way organizations approach their workforce. To ensure equal opportunities for all employees, companies have begun using initiatives to provide a safe and equitable space. Read more to learn about these initiatives and how they are presented in some companies today.

By Ashley Cruz
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How Volunteering Can Help You Advance Your Career

As someone interested in social impact, you’re probably excited about any and all opportunities to work with an organization that serves a cause or community you care about. Well, whether you’d like to learn more about a nonprofit, dip your …

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Effective Strategies for Career Exploration and Preparation in College

Career exploration and preparation can be a lengthy process, especially for international students who may face additional requirements. Therefore, it is important to start early and establish clear career exploration and development goals for each semester to ensure you can stay on track. Read along to get a better understanding of the key steps to guide you through this journey. 

By Atif Madad
Atif Madad
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Recruitment strategies for government agencies to quickly hire students and grads at scale

 

We had an excellent panel discussion last week with four experts who have years of experience recruiting for government agencies. They had insight into what unnecessarily slows down government recruitment, and what strategies recruiters should consider to fill their …

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Where Work Meets Adventure (and Sometimes Bears)

Picture this: You’re living in a small cabin in the mountains, waking up to a view so beautiful it could make you cry, sipping coffee that’s been brewed over an open fire, and then heading off to a job that’s as much about the experience as it is about the paycheck. Sound like a dream? It’s the daily reality for people who find their gigs through CoolWorks, the job site for those who want their jobs to have a little less 9-to-5. Read further to learn more!

By Benjamin Talty
Benjamin Talty
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5 Career trajectories for graduates who earn doctoral degrees in education

 

If you want to move into educational leadership, getting your Ed.D. degree could set you on a path to advancement. People who earn an Ed.D. don’t just become school principals, although more than half of them do. They also …

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Will I be able to gain an internship by using on-campus resources? Yes! Calla Kutschke did just that.  

Gaining internship opportunities can be an overwhelming process, however, accessing the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills resources can be a guiding light through the process. Take Calla Kutschke, a sophomore Environmental Engineering major at UConn, as proof! From attending career fairs, utilizing our AI resume analyzer (Quinncia), and scheduling career coaching appointments, Calla was able to gain multiple internship experiences. Read on to learn more about Calla, her experiences on and off campus, and her advice for students of the Women’s affinity community. 

By Melanie Burgos Montero
Melanie Burgos Montero
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How Climate Change Effects the Job Market

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This week, Cargill Beef announced that it will be shuttering one of its Texas plants as a prolonged drought in the state thins cattle herds to their lowest levels in 60 years. The …

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Empowering Future Leaders: Henkel and UConn’s Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills Forge Strategic Partnership 

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between the University of Connecticut’s Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills and Henkel, a global leader in consumer goods and adhesive technologies. As part of the partnership, Henkel sponsored this year’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Internship Program, which consists of 7 Affinity Community Working Learners who are among the initial cohort of the Work+ program. These Interns work closely with our different affinity communities on campus. 

By Olufemi Fagun
Olufemi Fagun Graduate Assistant, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (He/Him/His)
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Canva Career Plan Partnership

The Canva-based Career Plan empowers students to create personalized, visually engaging career plans that align with UConn’s career readiness goals and the NACE Career Competencies. This tool not only makes career planning more accessible but also supports tailored guidance, enabling …

By Lily Guberman
Lily Guberman Marketing Assistant
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