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.

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

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

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

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)

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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How to Write a Short-Notice Resignation Letter (Template Included!)

Two weeks’ notice is the standard when it comes to resignation in most U.S. workplaces. But sometimes life happens and you need to resign on short notice. How to write a resignation letter in these situations?

A short-notice resignation letter …

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Career Resources

Online MBA Resources

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Society of Civil Engineers

American Marketing Association

American Marketing Association

American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

American Institute of Architecture Students at the University of Oklahoma

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at the University of Oklahoma

American Constitution Society

American Constitution Society

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Contact & Location

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

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