Resources for LGBTQ+ Students & Alumni
The Career Center is here to support you as you explore your interests, gain experience, and work toward your goals. Check out the following resources for career exploration, internship/job search, and more.
The Herd is our networking & mentoring platform for student-alumni career conversations. In addition to talking with alumni whose career paths interest you, we encourage you to join our affinity groups on The Herd, which encourage productive interaction and networking through professional and social engagement, provide opportunities such as jobs, internships, volunteer roles, events, resources, and projects, and support the community’s professional and career development through advocacy.
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Career Resources for LGBTQ+
- Out For Undergrad – Offers annual business, marketing, technology and engineering conferences for students
- Out & Equal – Partners with Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and organizations across industries to provide LGBTQ+ with leadership development, comprehensive D&I training and consultation, and professional networking opportunities
- Human Rights Campaign – Extensive tools for equality and inclusion, including reports like the Corporate Equality Index and tips for Coming Out at Work
- Transgender Law Center – The largest trans-led national advocacy organization; provides resources for identity documents, employment, and more
- Job Search Tips for Transgender and Non-Binary People – Deciding which name to include on a resume, setting expectations for pronouns, and more
- National Center for Transgender Equality – National advocacy organization with helpful information for understanding your rights
- OutProfessionals – Networking events for professionals and students
- National LGBT Chamber of Commerce – Find events and affiliate chambers around the country
- Point Foundation – National scholarship foundation for LGBTQ students
- Out to Innovate – Scholarships, events and networking opportunities for students and professionals in STEM fields
- GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) – Advises on, advocates for, and researches comprehensive policies designed to protect LGBTQ students as well as students of marginalized identities
- National Center for Lesbian Rights – includes information and resources re: legal issues
- GLIFAA – Supports LGBT personnel, their families, and straight allies in US government foreign affairs offices
- Pride@Work – Represents LGBT union members and their allies
- LGBT Connect – Division of WorkplaceDiversity.com, with a job bank for LGBTQI+ job seekers
- Zippia – Workplace resources for the LGBT community, which answers every question and concern in terms of how to approach a professional working environment
