Hey Duke University recent grads! Thinking of a career pivot, recently impacted by layoffs or just looking ahead to your next role?

Recent grads, it’s time to take your career to the next level with Career Launchpad—a series of five FREE online workshops designed just for Duke undergraduate alumni from the classes of 2022 & 2023.

Get valuable insights, connect with classmates …

By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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How to Network in College (And Why It Matters)

Imagine it’s your last year of college. Classes are winding down, and the job market is looming just around the corner. Then it hits you: Connections matter—it’s as much about who you know as what you know. Networking in college …

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Latino Members Share Tips for Networking on LinkedIn

Connecting with people who share similar backgrounds or interests is a great way to start building your network. Aside from the Duke Alumni Directory, another resource that can be used is LinkedIn! In this article, a few Latino members share …

By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Services
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Explore Options –In the Career Development Process

Exploring options is about researching internships, jobs and industries that align with interests, strengths, skills and personal circumstances. This research will help a student discover, validate and eliminate options leading to more focused career exploration. 

In Career Hub students will …

By Megan Wilson (she/her)
Megan Wilson (she/her) Associate Director, Communications and Outreach
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Tips for First Generation College Students

Navigating College as a First Gen

Being a First Gen college student can be very overwhelming. It can be difficult navigating a new experience where you are forced to adjust. Many times, First Gens do not feel well quipped or …

By Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His
Sh'Maughn Wright, He/Him/His Career Specialist
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39 Professional Women’s Organizations and Associations

Posted by Rachel Seitz on Climb

Industry-specific professional women’s organizations
Technology and design

Ada’s List
“We aim to connect women in digital to one another, provide stimulating content that elevates individual commitment for change in the tech industry, and generally …

By Leigh Ann Muth-Waring (she/hers)
Leigh Ann Muth-Waring (she/hers) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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How to land an internship as a freshman and sophomore student in college

Brought to you by the folks at WayUp

In collaboration with our 2023 National Top Intern of the Year and LinkedIn Top Voice, Morgan Young (  / morgan-a-young  ) hosts a workshop on how to land an internship as a freshman and sophomore …

By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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Get Connected with Duke Hispanic/Latino Alumni!

Did you know that you can connect with alums through the Duke Alumni Directory? The Duke Alumni Directory provides you access to Duke Alums through an alumni opt-in directory, which allows you the opportunity to view their profiles and connect …

By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Services
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Native American/Indigenous Career Resources

In recognition of and appreciation for Native American/Indigenous identifying students, career resources are highlighted such as professional organizations and job boards that focus on the career development and success of individuals within these communities.

By Lauren Coury
Lauren Coury Career Advisor, Data, Technology, and Engineering
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Career Influencer Spotlight: Sonya Jones

Sonya Jones
Peer Education Program Coordinator
Academic Resource Center (ARC)

We want to continue to acknowledge helpful humans at Duke who are having career conversations with students. Sonya Jones, from Duke ARC, was nominated to be an influencer by a …

By Christina Plante (she/her)
Christina Plante (she/her) Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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