Affinity Community

The Pitt Career Center is committed to supporting your career and professional development. We’ve created a list of resources to support you in your internship and job searches, networking, and other next steps. We’re here for you with guidance and support on your career exploration and preparation, every step of the way.

In addition to these identity-focused resources, be sure to check out additional resources on our website or schedule an appointment here through HANDSHAKE to meet with one of our career or experiential learning consultants. 

The content provided is a continuing work in progress, so please feel free to contact us with additional recommendations and resources that you find valuable.

Explore the Affinity Groups:

International Students

Students of Color

Women

LGBTQIA+

New to Pitt

Veterans

Student Athletes

Students with dis/abilities and neurodiversity

Adult Students

First Generation Students

Navigating Your Major and Career Journey: The Importance of Understanding Your Values

When exploring careers, many consider whether an occupation will be personally fulfilling to them or not. This personal fulfillment can come in many different forms. For example, some folks are most satisfied by helping others, while others find joy in …

By Holly Schultz
Holly Schultz
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The Pay Gap Stops Here: Women’s Guide to Overcoming Obstacles in Salary Negotiation

Ash Serrano, MAMC

April 20, 2023

We all know women are paid significantly less than their male counterparts, and the data is overwhelmingly clear.

Yet, it’s still an issue. According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, women earn 82 cents …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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From Applicant To Interviewee: The Journey To Landing Your First Job Interview

ELEANOR HECKS

26TH OCTOBER 2023

anding your first job interview after graduation can be a heart-pounding experience. You want to be sure you are taking all the right steps to succeed and make a great first impression. However, the job …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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Navigate Your Global Career Path:Discover More Opportunities for International Students with Interstride

As an international student myself, I know how hard it can be to find jobs and internships. Don’t be discouraged if you can’t find the job in your country? Are certain jobs geographically restricted? I’m going to suggest a job …

By Flora Han
Flora Han Global Ties Student Worker
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Work Smart available to Pitt students and alumni

The University of Pittsburgh has become a member of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Students and alumni can access all of AAUW’s resources and webinars for free.

AAUW has been working to narrow the gender pay gap, which …

By Alissa Clark
Alissa Clark
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