Gaining real-life work experience in the US as an international student is a great opportunity to put your studies into practice. Research from the National Association of Colleges and Employers shows that 50-60% of interns are hired as full-time employees …
When Janett Baresel did her team’s performance reviews as their manager for the first time, she wasn’t sure she’d be good at it.
And she told them so.
“I talked to them and said, ‘Look, I’m probably more nervous than …
When Stephanie Johnson, currently an Information Security Manager at Freddie Mac, was just starting her career as an IT professional, she found herself sitting in her car one night after work asking herself, “Why am I not being heard? Should …
Meet Meta’s Krista Rae Szaflaraski (Manager, Global People with Disabilities Recruiting Programs, based in Austin, Texas) and Maria Achieng Onyango (Director, Global DEI Recruiting Enablement & Programs, based in London, UK). Krista Rae and Maria are passionate about disability …
In the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship, the path to success is often paved with untold stories of resilience, innovation, and transformation. At Amigahood Elevate, we believe in the power of shared experiences, which is why we’ve created the “Behind The …
In this Career Spotlight episode, I talk with Jeyra Arocho, an Afro Latina fire protection engineer and trailblazer. Jeyra, who was displaced from her home of Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, shares the challenges she has overcome in her career, …
Networking with professionals in your industry is intimidating as is, let alone when you’re navigating it with potential language barriers and cultural differences. For Hispanic and Latinx professionals who have recently immigrated to the United States, networking can offer new …
Ready or Not: artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a sci-fi concept. It’s here, reshaping industries and job markets at breakneck speed. For Black job seekers, the stakes are high. While AI offers exciting possibilities, it also presents unique …
On October 17, 2024, Mentra partnered with Boeing to host an exclusive workshop for our neurodivergent community titled “Inside Tips to Landing Your Dream Job.” This event provided invaluable insights into crafting an impactful resume, deciphering job descriptions, and steering …
