Information and resources for those who identify as First Generation / Low Income
The following resources are curated specifically to assist students who identify as first-generation or low income college students, and all students who support the advancement of students who identify as first-generation or low income, explore their interests, find opportunities that best suit their needs and desires, and attain the goals they set for themselves.
We hope to continue to add resources that might be helpful and if you find something valuable, please share it with us.
Duke Career Center Professional Development Fund
Through the Professional Development Fund, the Duke Career Center provides funding to support or supplement the career development of students with demonstrated financial need. Students are eligible to apply for no more than one professional development request per academic year.
Intentionally examining job descriptions is an essential step to prepare for tailoring your resume and successfully completing the professional interview.
If you have additional questions on how to tailor your resume consider scheduling an appointment with a …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Early Engagement
For many, this week signals the return to work and/or student life. If you’re not looking forward to it, my heart goes out to you. But the time is coming… so let’s prepare together.
If you’re looking …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Early Engagement
December is usually the month we start taking our goals a bit more seriously again. Like finally deciding to (re)commit to that thing you’ve been procrastinating on. My intention with this month’s list is to encourage you …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Early Engagement
The job search can feel extremely overwhelming. I’ve been having lots of conversations with students who keep coming back to one question: “What should my next step be?”
To make things a little easier, I’ve pulled together …
By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him)Associate Director, Early Engagement
“Live your best life and not your best lies” is a quote which is shared in Lyric Swinton’s 5-minute TedX Talk where she shares her experience as a first-generation student. As you are going through your Duke experience and learning …
By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her)Assistant Director, Career Services
