Networking in a New Country: Tips for Recently Immigrated Hispanic and Latinx Professionals

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 …

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Empowering Black Professionals in the Age of AI

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 …

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Mentra Event Recap: Inside Tips to Landing Your Dream Job

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 …

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International Job Interview Questions

Do you want to move abroad and work internationally?

A job interview can make or break your chances of landing your dream role. That’s why it’s essential to prepare thoroughly.

To do so, you need to practice and ace these …

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Careers for Neurodivergent Strengths: Excelling as a Natural Language Processing (NLP) Specialist

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how humans and machines communicate, and at the heart of this transformation lies Natural Language Processing (NLP). For neurodivergent individuals with a knack for pattern recognition, linguistic curiosity, and creative problem-solving, NLP offers a dynamic …

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Can I Work Remotely on an H-1B visa?

This blog post was co-authored by Aaron Blumberg, Partner & Attorney at Fragomen.

Many people are drawn to remote work for the freedom and flexibility that it provides, so it should come as no surprise that the number of people …

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How To Get a Paid Internship Abroad in 2025

In today’s world, international experience is invaluable. For college students, landing a paid internship abroad in 2025 not only builds practical skills but also offers a unique adventure that sets you apart from other candidates. Global experience gives you a …

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Negotiating Your Next (or First!) Salary

Whether you’re a new or experienced negotiator, the topic of salary negotiation is always relevant. For professionals of color especially, salary negotiations provide opportunities to narrow the persistent pay gap and receive equitable compensation for our work. Here’s a bit …

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Launching a Successful Latine-focused Candle Company with Bonita Fierce Candles Founder Melissa Gallardo

In this episode, I speak to the founder and CEO of Bonita Fierce Candles, Melissa Gallardo. Melissa shares her journey of launching a candle brand that celebrates Latine Culture and Heritage. She talks about how she turned her hobby into …

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How Nestlé’s Laurie Bolt Brings Her Whole Self to Work

When we sit down with Laurie Bolt to chat about bringing her whole self to work, she tells us, “I’m not just a Director of Business Optimization at Nestlé. I’m a mother. I’m a wife. I’m part of the LGBTQIA+ …

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