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.

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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.

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Embracing Authenticity: Unveiling the Power of Personal Branding in the Workplace

Published by Gail Meriel, Founder of Success Redefined on Jan 19, 2024 | 3 Minute Read

How do you want people to remember you at work? Do you know what your Personal Brand is? 

In today’s dynamic professional landscape, personal branding has …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Brillando: Latina Leaders in the Tech & Business Spaces

A series highlighting the experiences, perspectives, and advice of Latinas working in technology and business environments.

Welcome to the third blog post highlighting special Latina leaders in technology and business! My name is Emily Barragan and I’m a current sophomore …

By Emily Barragan
Emily Barragan
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Brillando: Latina Leaders in the Tech & Business Spaces

A series highlighting the experiences, perspectives, and advice of Latinas working in technology and business environments.

Welcome to the second blog post highlighting special Latina leaders in technology and business! My name is Emily Barragan and I’m a current sophomore …

By Emily Barragan
Emily Barragan
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10 Common Job Scams to look out for in 2025

3 minute Read

We always encourage you to take your time and exercise due diligence when sourcing and applying for roles. One of the best ways to protect yourself is by staying alert to common phishing scams. As a general …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Leverage LinkedIn’s Follow Button

2-minute read

You may notice people you know reposting content that highlights roles people are recruiting for on LinkedIn. I often do the same. I recommend that you consider following those people! I often share this advice: “When you come …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Career Readiness Resources

The Spring Forward initiative is an exciting collaboration between DukeLIFE and the Duke Career Center, specifically tailored to offer valuable …

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Unlock Professional Success with ‘Dear Pathfinder’

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