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“My biggest take away was to remember that Duke is so much more than a letter on a transcript, and I should take more advantage of the opportunities here.” 

“That designing your life is an ever-changing, joyful journey; to actually …

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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Who Hired Duke International Students in the Class of ’22? Here’s a List.

As an international student on an F-1 visa, you might be aware that not all employers will consider hiring you in the USA. As you conduct your job and internship search in the USA, it is crucial that you identify …

By Hal Matthews (he/him)
Hal Matthews (he/him) Associate Director, Global Careers
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Duke Career Center Terms You Need to Know: A Guide 

Coming to Duke can be overwhelming at first, particularly with the influx of Duke specific terms and concepts for you to learn as you navigate your academic career and prepare to enter or re-enter the workforce. Here is our glossary …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Top 5 Ways to Connect with the Career Center 

Authors: Kai Kelley Jr. & Jared Smith

If you’re new to Duke or the Career Center, consider this an introduction to help you better understand the resources and support available to you as a Duke student. By using the Career …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Cultivating Career Success: The Transformative Impact of Gratitude

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional growth, one often overlooks a simple yet potent tool that can significantly impact their career trajectory – gratitude. Expressing thanks to those who have positively influenced your life might seem like a small gesture, but …

By Jared Smith (He/Him)
Jared Smith (He/Him) Associate Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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Scholarships & Grants

***Please note that the Professional Development Fund award cycle will pause over winter break.
The November application cycle will end …

Career Readiness Resources

‘Dear Pathfinder’ Ask Column

Unlock Professional Success with ‘Dear Pathfinder’

Are you a current student or young professional on the road to professional achievement …

As part of the application process for the Duke Career Center’s Internship Funding Program, you will be required to submit …

Careers on Air: First-Generation Students at Google

In this on-demand session from Careers on Air with Google, you can sign up to learn more about First-Generation Students …

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