How Can You Tell if An Employer Values Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace?

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace can feel like a buzz phrase, but in practice, it’s a way to make all employees feel supported and empowered to succeed at work. Some companies do the bare minimum and post pledges on …

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Should I Put My Pronouns on My Resume? Ask the “Queer Career Coach”

While we now use online job boards and Zoom meetings in place of classified ads and formal handshakes, one thing remains the same: A good resume can speak volumes about you, before you even open your mouth. Your resume is …

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America’s Best Employers for Diversity: Forbes

From the website:

Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to create the sixth annual list of America’s Best Employers for Diversity. To determine the rankings, Statista surveyed more than 45,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 1,000 employees. …

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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Human Rights Campaign Foundation Corporate Equality Index 2023-24

From the report website:

As the national benchmarking tool measuring policies, practices and benefits pertinent to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) employees, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index is a primary driving force for LGBTQ+ workplace …

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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Resumes in Flux: Adapting to Job Market Changes and AI-Driven Tools

Resumes are an essential tool for job hunting. When job hunting, resumes must evolve to avoid hurting career prospects.

Crafting a resume can be a challenging task, with so many conflicting advice and recommendations available.

However, this is also an …

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CPD Affinity/Identity Career Resources

CPD continues to build out career web resources for students, including resources geared towards affinity/identity groups. Be sure to check out our growing list of resources for career information, job sites, and mentorship opportunities.

Affinity/Identity Career Resources

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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A Faculty Guide to Ethical and Legal Standards in Student Employment

From the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

Purpose of This Guide

As a faculty member, you can support the career aspirations of your students and graduates and complement the work of career services offices on your campus. Helping students …

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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EDFCC Fellowship Application Overview Recording Now Available

Applying for the EDFCC Fellowship? Check out CPD PCAs Kate and Remey’s step-by-step review of the online EDF Climate Corp Fellowship application.

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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YSEinDC/All Ivy Fair Information Session Recording Now Available

Missed the information session for CPD’s major spring recruiting events and want to catch up? Good news–the event recording is now available for viewing. Links and info shared during session:

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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Yale and CPD Resources for Conducting An International Summer Internship

Are you pursuing an internship outside of the U.S. this summer? If so, check out these resources on securing country specific work authorization and visas. Start soon, as some documents can take months to process. Please schedule an appointment with …

By Kathy Douglas
Kathy Douglas Senior Associate Director
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