Women

Welcome!  This community is space for women students to access Career Center services and University support. You will find job search resources, ways to connect with on-campus groups, and strategies for identifying employers who respect and affirm people of all identities and orientation.  These resources compliment the information provided in the Career Communities, where you will find resources for specific industries and areas of study.

To discuss or share additional resources for this affinity group, please contact Carol Balk at carol.balk@pitt.edu.

Gen Z Feel Strongly About Calling People ‘Guys’ at Work

Published on August 7, 2023

BY ON 4/27/23 

The majority of young adults believe that it’s not OK to refer to males and females as “guys” in the workplace, according to exclusive research commissioned by Newsweek.

More than 50 percent of Generation Z …

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My Identity is My Superpower-Not an Obstacle w/America Ferrera

Published on August 7, 2023

Hollywood needs to stop resisting what the world actually looks like, says actor, director and activist America Ferrera. Tracing the contours of her career, she calls for more authentic representation of different cultures in media — and a shift in …

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How To Answer Interview Questions Confidently

Published on July 3, 2023

Interviews are arguably the most important part of the hiring process. Your resume and sparkling social media presence may get your foot in the door, but the interview is your potential employer’s opportunity to see your personality IRL. It’s common …

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12 First Job Do’s and Don’ts

Published on June 19, 2023

Starting a new job can be nerve-wracking, especially if it’s your first one ever. There are so many questions.  Will you get along with your co-workers? Will you be successful? Will you like your boss? What’s the best lunch spot …

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Celebrating Women’s History Month: Female leaders in broadband

Published on June 5, 2023
 
By: Camryn Smith

Feb 24, 2023 — 7 min read

We highlight various female leaders in the broadband industry.

Women have played a vital role in the telecom industry for generations, but remain vastly underrepresented.

According to the Global Leaders Forum …

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