Student Resources
Identity-Based Internships & Opportunities
This document contains multiple career preparedness opportunities for students with underrepresented identities. These organizations have created programs to develop certain skills and create pipelines into specific companies or career paths. Every program is unique and their application dates vary, so make sure to utilize this document to find information about opportunities you may be interested in!
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Furman's Official Career Guide
Every student receives a copy of this career guide in the first few weeks of their second-year pathways curricula. Open the file to explore the many guides to support your professional success. This includes how to write a resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and more!
Want to dive deeper? Schedule an appointment with The Internship Office!
Internship Guide
In addition to the individual internship expectations, this guide includes information on preparation, professionalism, performance, learning outcomes, and safety to help you be better prepared to make the most of your experience!
H-1B Employer Data Hub
Use the H-1B Employer Data Hub to explore H1B visa and OPT-friendly employers! These employers often have job and internship postings on their cites!
Parker Dewey
Interested in quickly learning new skills and building your network? Parker Dewey helps students find micro-internships that are impactful and short-term.
Forage
Forage gives students access to 250+ job simulations that allow students to have hands-on experience that replicates real work. You are able to earn certificates when tasks are completed!
CaseCoach
If you are interested in pursuing a career in Consulting and are planning to apply for internships or full-time opportunities in this field, you can gain access to a new resource called CaseCoach to help prepare students for case interview processes commonly used in the Consulting industry.
To gain access to CaseCoach, please schedule an “Industry Insight Business, Finance & Consulting” appointment via Handshake with Katie Pluemer for instructions and redemption code
Coursera
Furman University is partnering with Coursera Career Academy and Google to offer industry credentials to Furman students at no cost. It is a simple, free and effective method of gaining experience before graduation. All of the certificate programs offered are online and self-paced with under 10 hours of flexible study per week and permit you to finish in 3-6 months.