A compilation of career-related resources for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Career Design Lab continuously strives to provide relevant career content and resources to support Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and this page is regularly updated. 

African-American Students

African American Professional Associations – Compilation of links to the leading African American professional associations, many with career and job sites of their own, collected by Monster.

Black Enterprise
Search for jobs. Knowledge center for job search, career management and professional development articles and advice.

Black Collegian Online
“The career site for students of color.” Online version of the career magazine geared towards African Americans. Hard copy version of the magazine available for free in the Career Resource Center (MP212).

National Urban League Job Network – The Urban League Job Network is backed by the National Urban League and is dedicated to helping diverse students find employment opportunities.

 

Hispanic/Latinx Students

Hispanic and Latinx Professional Associations – Compilation of links to the leading Hispanic and Latinx professional associations, many with career and job sites of their own, collected by Monster.

Latinx Careers – Job board sponsored by LATCareers.com.

LatPro.com
Leading employment source for Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking professionals throughout the Americas.

ihispano.com
Job search site.

Saludos Web National Job Listings
Supported by Saludos Hispanos magazine, this site serves the Hispanic community by providing a way for employers actively seeking to recruit qualified Hispanics to post job listings. Search for jobs, read career and internship advice, learn about Hispanic-friendly companies with opportunities for Spanish-speaking bilingual professionals.

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We gratefully acknowledge the Munsee Lenape people, who belong to the land on which we are privileged to work.

 

How a Columbia Historian Fact-Checked a Film About the Vietnam War

Professor Lien-Hang Nguyen ensures the accuracy of The Greatest Beer Run Ever.

For the post-Vietnam War generation, the war lives on, memorialized in popular culture as a tragedy of American miscalculation. Nearly 50 years after the last U.S. military plane …

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Pitching for the Greater Good

 

The 2022 Greater Good Challenge is seeking submissions!

Through the generous support and collaboration of the Beba Foundation, Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies welcomes students and alumni to pitch innovative business solutions addressing current global and societal needs.

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3 Negotiation Myths Still Harming Women’s Careers

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We’re in an unprecedented moment for employee negotiations. The pandemic accelerated the transformation of work practices, and we’re living through a historic labor migration and uncertain economic times in which organizations are struggling to attract and retain talent. In …

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Is Your Organization Inclusive of Deaf Employees?

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Talented deaf people are everywhere. They are CEOs, doctors, Fortune 500 executives, NASA engineers, mayors, lawyers, scientists, gaming champions, athletes, and Presidential appointees. Still, this minority remains largely overlooked by most employers today. The experiences of the deaf community build …

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To Avoid DEI Backlash, Focus on Changing Systems — Not People

Perhaps in response to the critique that corporate efforts to achieve diversity, equity, and inclusion are all talk and no action, an increasing number of companies are taking the matter of diagnosing and resolving inequities more seriously. According to a …

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Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

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Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

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Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

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Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

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Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

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Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

Career Resources

National Urban League Job Network

The Urban League Job Network is backed by the National Urban League and is dedicated to helping diverse students find …

African American Professional Associations

Compilation of links to the leading African American professional associations, many with career and job sites of their own, collected …

Informational Interview Steps

 

Informational Interview Steps Identify someone to interview:Professors, advisors, alumni, and members of professional organizations are great candidates for informational interviews. …

DEIA Equity Language Guide

Being respectful and thoughtful in our exchanges with each other, external partners and stakeholders, and the general public is integral …

Resources for Diverse Populations

The Career Design Lab (CDL) in the School of Professional Studies (SPS) is here to support students of all backgrounds, …

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