First Generation

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.

The Future of Employee Benefits: Trends to Watch in 2025

Published on November 4, 2024

As we approach 2025, employee benefits will shift to match the changing needs of the modern workforce. Many employers will expand their benefits beyond the traditional ones, such as health insurance and vacations.

Are you an employer wondering how to …

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What Jobs Will AI Replace First? 9 Roles That Could Change Soon

Published on November 4, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) replacing jobs is a hot—and divisive—topic right now. It started with the release of ChatGPT by OpenAI in 2022, prompting tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Meta to follow suit with their own generative AI solutions. With …

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Hostile Work Environment: Definition, Examples, and How to Remove Yourself From It

Published on November 4, 2024

As they say, IYKYK: You walk into your office each day, feeling a knot in your stomach as you brace yourself for another round of demeaning or ridiculing comments from a colleague. Or maybe you experience constant undermining by a …

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Is Technology a Good Career Path? Pros, Cons, and Whether It’s Right for You

Published on November 4, 2024

Technology is more than just computers and code. It’s an expansive field offering a variety of career paths, from software development and cybersecurity to data science and UX design, that influences every aspect of our lives—from how we communicate and …

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5 Two-Weeks’-Notice Letter Examples (Plus Tips on How to Write Yours)

Published on November 4, 2024

If you’re quitting your job, it’s common courtesy to offer two weeks’ notice to the employer. This has become a standard practice in most U.S. workplaces, though there are situations where an employee will leave on short notice or quit …

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Career Resources

Online MBA Resources

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American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Civil Engineers

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American Marketing Association

American Marketing Association

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American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

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American Constitution Society

American Constitution Society

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Phone
(405) 325-0311
Email
online@ou.edu
Address

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