By Diana Brush
In a good economy, the average entry-level job search can take from three to six months. In a poor economy, it takes even longer. First-generation students who are searching for internships or entry-level jobs need to make …
Are you a first generation professional? You may belong to this demographic without knowing that there is even a term for it. First generation professionals are those who are the first in their families to enter the professional workforce.
You …
Being a first-generation student comes with new territory, experiences, challenges—and a unique story. We had the chance to chat with four first-generation college students and recent grads about their experience as a first-gen college student in the Greater Philadelphia region!
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Collective Success Network is accepting registrations for their Virtual Mentorship Program for first-generation and/or low-income college students in the Philadelphia area. In this program, you will learn how to successfully navigate college and fulfill your career aspirations, see the world …
By National Association of Colleges and Employers
The job-search resource that yielded the largest difference in use between first-generation students and their non-first generation classmates was soliciting the guidance of parents and/or relatives, according to results of NACE’s Class of 2016 …
For first-generation college students, the entire college experience is completely new and uncharted. With no family to lean on for advice and support in terms of knowing the ins and outs of college life, it’s no wonder that a recent …
The Collective Success Network is a volunteer-run Philadelphia-based nonprofit that supports first-generation and/or low-income (FGLI) college students to achieve their academic and career aspirations through empowering mentorship, professional development, networking, and leadership opportunities. We provide resources, social support, and encouragement …
One of the disadvantages that a first-generational student has when searching for a part-time, seasonal, internship, or entry-level job is a lack of a built-in network. Given that their parents didn’t go to college, it is less likely that they’ll …
We recently shared some advice for first-generation college students searching for internships and recent graduates hunting for entry-level jobs. I was thrilled to then hear from one who had some really, really good advice for other first-generation students.
One of the best sources of job hunting assistance for any college or university student at any campus is the school’s career service office. Sadly, it is also one of the most underused resources.
Beth Williams, Director of Career Services …
