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Understanding Social Security Numbers (SSN) for International Students – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
If you’re an F-1 or J-1 student planning to work in the U.S., it’s essential to know about Social Security Numbers (SSNs). You can apply for an SSN only if you have an employment offer …
DU Earns the Career Connected Campus Designation – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
A career-connected college or university campus is an educational institution that prioritizes practical skills, professional development and career readiness alongside academic learning. A career-…
Making the Most of Mentorship: 10 Tips From Slack’s Youny Kuang – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
As the daughter of Chinese immigrants to California and the eldest of three children, Youny was the guiding light for her siblings as they prepared to go to college. In a way, her siblings were her…
7 Employee Benefits Your Company Needs to Be Truly LGBT+ Inclusive – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
While June celebrates Pride Month, many companies offer benefits that support the LGBTQ+ community all year round (as they should!). The positive impact these benefits make extends outsi…
Exploring Allyship’s Various Forms with Raytheon – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
The word “ally” is simply that — a word — until an individual puts it into action. As such, allyship takes on various forms and meanings based on one’s lived experience. Just ask Raytheon’s Vi…
Too Big To Fail? Why Failure Is So Hard for First-Gen Students – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Many first-generation students carry a tremendous load on their backs. We’re told to get good grades, secure employment, excel in this new country, retain your cultural ties, always push forward, a…
Paving the Way in Big Law with Latina Legal Minds Founder, Kimberly Lopez – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
When I was growing up, I thought my only career options were: doctor, lawyer, teacher. In today’s episode, I talk to an actual lawyer and ask her ALL the questions I wish I had had answers to growi…
Why Every Neurodivergent Should Want to Work at Microsoft: A Leader in Inclusive Hiring – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
In an era where diversity and inclusion are critical in workplace discussions, Microsoft stands out as a leader for neurodivergent individuals. With a comprehensive approach to inclusivity, Microso…
Useful Contact Information for Student Employee Supervisors – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Have questions regarding your student employee’s employment and not sure who to reach out to? See below for our recommendations! If you need assistance with:We recommend contacting:- General studen…
How To Make Small Talk: 15 Tips & Why You Shouldn’t Avoid It – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Small talk is a learnable social skill that’s essential to helping you navigate every social situation, from working and networking events to casual gatherings. Making small talk is the art o…
How Twilio is Empowering LGBTQIA+ Employees at Work – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Corporate institutions have long approached Pride Month—a time when LGBTQIA+ communities celebrate the freedom to be themselves—as a way to associate their brand as supporters of the movement. Typi…
Taking Leaps and Growing With Confidence — From a Contractor to a First-Generation VP – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
In the past 13 years, Zoya Khan has only changed companies once — leaving a full-time position to join Prudential as a contractor. What made her take this leap of faith? Well, for one, Kh…
International Student Milestones: Key Information and Steps for Your Success! – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
As an international student, there is a lot of information about what you need to do to begin your studies and reach your goals. To help you see an overview of the different steps and resources ava…
Fall 2024 Student Employment Open to All DU Students – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
This week the Office of Student Employment announced the Fall 2024 Student Employment Job Fair taking place on September 9 at the Burwell Center starting at 1:00 PM. During this event, students wil…
Economic Security Tops Class of 2024 Wish List – NACE – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
By Mary Gatta and Mimi Collins Graduating seniors are very clear about what they are looking for in a job: economic security. For the nearly 2,300 bachelor’s degree level graduates taking part in N…
A Geology Expert’s Guide to Colorado’s Coolest Rock Formations – DU Field Notes – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
By Jordyn Reiland University of Denver Associate Professor Michael Kerwin shares a few of his favorite lesser-known locations to take students for on-site lessons. Read More…
Looking Through the Prism: Talking to Esri’s Jenna DeWitt on Founding an LGBTQIA+ ERG – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are a vital resource at companies for building employee engagement and enabling diverse voices to be heard. We are joined in conversation by Jenna DeWitt, Senior edi…
What Are Transferable Skills? 10 Examples for your Resume – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Transferable skills, also known as portable skills, are those versatile abilities that you can bring to any role or industry—which is particularly helpful when changing careers. But you don’t…
Join Us at the Student Employment Job Fair! – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Join the Office of Student Employment at our student employment job fair! During this event, students will be able to meet with on-campus employers looking for talented future team members across a…
Navigating Academia As A First-Gen Latinx Student: From A Latinx University Professor – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
As a Mexican-born, first-generation college student raised in Arizona, my ultimate goal was to graduate college. My parents had less than a sixth-grade education, so I never thought I would become …
How Invesco’s Veronica Castillo Lifts Up Latinx Professionals at Work and in Her Community – Career & Professional Development | University of Denver
Veronica Castillo is quick to point out that growing up, she was not fed by a silver spoon. “My parents are of Mexican descent,” she explains. “My mom raised me as a single mom and migrant farm wor…