Yale’s Office of Career Strategy is committed to ensuring that all first generation and/or low income students feel supported in exploring different careers, searching for internships/jobs and applying to advanced-degree programs. We realize that many FGLI students face additional obstacles when approaching these processes, and our goal is to help you overcome them by providing guidance and sharing our specialized resources.

Some employers may offer diversity recruitment programs aimed to address historical gaps in the workforce, and students are encouraged to research those programs to learn more.

What I Heard from HR – Practice, Practice, Practice

Ah, the dreaded question: “Tell me about yourself.” 
 
It’s deceptively simple — and it trips up more candidates than you’d think. 
 
They’re not asking for your life story or every detail of your dissertation. They want to see how …

By Esther Choi
Esther Choi McDougal Career Fellow
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What I Heard from HR – Cover Letters Still Matter  

“Does anyone even read cover letters anymore?” 
 
Yes — and recruiters told me they can always tell who took the time to write a thoughtful one. 
 
Here’s the secret: your cover letter isn’t about restating your qualifications. It’s about telling your …

By Esther Choi
Esther Choi McDougal Career Fellow
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What I Heard from HR – Do Your Research 

Want to know what impresses recruiters before you even walk into the interview? 
 
Preparation.  

At WCUB, hiring managers told me they can instantly tell who did their homework. Great candidates know the company’s mission, recent acquisitions, and even what’s new …

By Esther Choi
Esther Choi McDougal Career Fellow
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FGLI Facebook Group

The FGLI at Yale Facebook group is available for first-generation and/or low-income students to join and learn what’s happening on …

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