Welcome to the First Generation Student Career Community, a platform dedicated to uniting students and community members who identify as first-generation college students, as well as those who support and ally with them. This community serves as a welcoming space for sharing career resources, advice, and opportunities, with a focus on empowering individuals from multiple backgrounds. Whether you’re seeking job opportunities, seeking career guidance, or simply connecting with others who share similar experiences, you’ll find valuable resources and support here. Explore upcoming events, access job opportunities, and discover resources to support you on your career and academic journeys. We invite everyone to join us in building a supportive environment for all.

How to Ask a Professor for a Letter of Recommendation (With Samples!)

Not sure how to ask a professor for a letter of recommendation? It might seem intimidating at first, but with the right approach, it doesn’t have to be. Providing all the necessary details—such as your resume, the deadline, and information …

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What Is a 9/80 Work Schedule, and Is It Worth It for You?

Ever considered how great it would be to have a three-day weekend for extra rest or fun? (Who hasn’t?) The 9/80 work schedule might just make that possible. Here’s how it works: Instead of working eight hours a day, five …

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Adaptability Skills Examples—and 10 Tips on How to Improve Yours

Maybe you’ve been here: You’re in the middle of a major project and suddenly the scope changes—new goals, new tools, and new timelines. This is when adaptability skills become your greatest asset. In a world where the only constant is …

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Preparing for Your NP Interview: Response Strategies to Common Questions

As a nurse practitioner (NP), interviews are an opportunity to showcase your expertise, clinical judgment, and your dedication to patient care. Let’s dive into common NP interview questions—covering both general nursing and NP-specific inquiries, along with behavioral questions that I’ve …

By HospitalRecruiting
HospitalRecruiting is an online healthcare job board for physicians, advanced practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals. Visit our site to view current medical practice and employment opportunities or navigate to our Healthcare Career Resources Blog for more great articles like this one!
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How to Write a Handwritten Cover Letter (Examples Included!)

A handwritten cover letter may seem like a thing of the past, but you might still be asked—or inspired—to write one. While typed cover letters are more common, there are moments when a handwritten one can set you apart, especially …

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Career Resources

American Society of Mechanical Engineers
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Marketing Association
American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma
American Indian Science and Engineering Society
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

Contact & Location

Phone
(405) 325-0311
Address

The University of Oklahoma
660 Parrington Oval,
Norman, OK 73019-0390