Disclosing Your Disability to an Employer

Students may be unsure as to whether they want to let an employer know about their disability. This is a very personal decision and if one decides to disclose, it can typically be at any time during the job search …

By Robyn Acampora
Robyn Acampora Director of Strategic Initiatives and Public Service Careers
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Craft & Career – Mina Kimes, YC ’07, writer, producer, on-air sports analyst – Part 1 & 2

A far ranging talk with writer, producer, and on-air ESPN sports analyst, Mina Kimes ’07.

More info on Mina Kimes:

https://espnpressroom.com/us/bios/mina-kimes/

http://twitter.com/MinaKimes

https://www.youtube.com/@minakimes

https://www.instagram.com/mina_kimes/

The Mina Kimes Show: https://tr.ee/H0-aQTe7Hc 

OCS Craft & Career Podcast (full episode list)https://ocs.yale.edu/podcast

By Derek I. Webster
Derek I. Webster Senior Associate Director for Creative Careers
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Now Available: Presentation Recordings from the On-Campus Visit of the Partnership for Public Service in November 2023

Check out the videos below for guidance in navigating the federal job search process, presented by the Partnership for Public Service:

Mastering the Federal Resume: Your Key to Government Career Success

Are you looking to apply for federal government jobs …

By Jorimel Zaldivar
Jorimel Zaldivar Senior Associate Director for Common Good Careers
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What’s Happening in Ed Studies

Upcoming Events:

Graduate School & Further Education:

Intro to Achievement First

Join Achievement First professionals on Friday, March 1st, from 12PM – 12:30 PM as they dive deep into the ins and outs of a successful education job search and discuss …

By Stephanie Glover
Stephanie Glover Senior Administrative Assistant
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Making the Most of Your Summer Experience

Yale’s Office of Career Strategy strongly encourages all students embarking on a summer experience to watch the following two short animated videos and read the three pages below:

Summer Experience Checklist: This page is a must read as it provides …

By Yale Office of Career Strategy
Yale Office of Career Strategy
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Career Strategy Essentials with the Office of Career Strategy (GSAS and Postdocs, Spring 2024)

Join OCS this spring for a series of career strategy workshops designed to help you navigate your career journey! We will introduce the many OCS resources at your disposal and cover essential skills like crafting a resume, building your professional …

By Jacob Gonzalez (he/him)
Jacob Gonzalez (he/him) Senior Associate Director, Graduate and Postdoctoral Career Services
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Maximizing Your Network for Job Opportunities

In today’s job market, making connections matters—a lot! Have you ever wondered why some people seem to land great job opportunities effortlessly? It’s often because of their network.

Your network is like a circle of friends, serving as a vital …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Second Day Development & Fundraising Career Guide

Go to Second Day’s site at to read all about a career in Development.

Below are the main topics that this guide will cover:

By Robyn Acampora
Robyn Acampora Director of Strategic Initiatives and Public Service Careers
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Craft & Career – Zina Ellis, YC ’15, actor, performer, educator – Parts 1 & 2

The Craft & Career series connects with professional creatives from the arts, entertainment, and media industries, to discuss the nuances of their craft, the reality of their careers, and how, in often surprising ways, these two concerns can work together.

By Derek I. Webster
Derek I. Webster Senior Associate Director for Creative Careers
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LinkedIn Recommendation Request Samples

Sample 1

Dear (First Name),

I hope your day is going well! I am writing to you because I’m currently working on creating my LinkedIn profile. I am looking to add some recommendations to support my representation of skills. As …

By Robyn Acampora
Robyn Acampora Director of Strategic Initiatives and Public Service Careers
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