Affinity & Identity Resources

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

Student Employment Fair: Explore Fall Opportunities!

Whether you’re interested in a student worker position, part-time job (Work Study or non-Work Study), internship, or volunteer role, the Student Employment Fair is the perfect place to start your search! Making the most of your fall semester starts at …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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Discover Interstride: Your Career Resource for U.S. and Beyond

Are you wondering how to navigate career opportunities in the U.S. while also exploring options around the world? Join us on Aug 13 from 10-11am in Lawrence 105 for an in-person presentation to discover how Interstride, a free platform available …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Fall 2026 Beyond the Professoriate Webinars

Starting this August, 8 online career webinars will be available for graduate students to attend! These sessions cover topics on how to prepare for academic and non-academic careers, or how to decide between the two. All can be accessed through …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Access to Complete Career Masterclass Collection

Pitt now has unlimited access to The Job Insiders’ Complete Career Masterclass Collection, a suite of on-demand courses covering LinkedIn, AI tools for job searching, resume writing for applicant tracking systems, and breaking into tech. The content is created by …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Looking for Work? Don’t Worry About Seeming Too Eager

For graduate students navigating the job market, whether applying for academic positions, industry roles, or fellowships, new research published in Management Science offers a reassuring and practical takeaway: don’t strategically delay your responses to seem less eager. A study drawing …

By Inga Kiderra
Inga Kiderra
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Self-Reflection: Before You Begin

Before delving into career paths, take time for self-reflection. Consider your interests, passions, and values. What …

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