Diversity Career Resources
The Chico State Career Center supports all members of our campus community. We work to create an atmosphere that is welcoming and respectful. Our team is committed to staying educated on best ways to serve ALL students and works to educate our recruiting partners on the importance of fair and equitable hiring practices. The following career diversity resources are for you to explore in means to find additional support with your transition from college to career. Chico State’s Strategic Priorities (PDF) and the focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion further shape our efforts to support our students.
*The foundation of these resources inspired by Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
- General Diversity Career Resources
Insight Into Diversity - Successfully connects employers to the most highly qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, medical condition or history, veteran status, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation.
Jobs with Employers Committed to Diversity
Learn How to Become – Career Resource Center. Provide an in-depth information on how to pursue a myriad of careers, as well as how to conduct an effective job search in a variety of fields and industries.
Multicultural Workplace Competencies (PDF) - A document created by Career Services' staff highlighting workplace diversity competencies and action items for becoming more culturally competent.
- Black/African American Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- Black Faculty and Staff Association
- Black Student Union
- JustUs
- National Society of Black Engineers
- Black/African American Resources – CSUC Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Career Resources
African American Careers - was built especially for you — companies looking for African-American candidates.
African American Career World – This online job board offers is user-friendly for both job seekers and employers.
Black Collegian – Career and job search site for African-American college students.
Black Enterprise – Black Enterprise is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans. Since 1970, Black Enterprise has provided essential business information and advice to professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and decision makers.
Black Equal EOE Journal – The Employment and Entrepreneur Magazine: connects students of color to employment and entrepreneurial opportunities that are geared toward the success of POC.
Diversity Employers – This database contains employers who have voiced their commitment to diversity and have programs to support POC, as well as a list of currently available jobs and internships.
JOPWELL - Jopwell is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx, and Native American students and professionals. We assist companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts at scale.
Minorities in Media -- A digital network for creatives to network, find jobs, and explore career resources
National Urban League – Jobs Network: Impacting and improving the lives of over 2 million people nationwide, the National Urban League looks to connect job seekers with employers who understand their mission and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Resources for Black Designers and Architects -- This list includes workshops, resources, panels, and educational material
The Black Perspective – The Black Perspective is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in America's employment and education. We aim to spread awareness of issues and opportunities concerning the African-American community.
Professional Organizations/Associations
American Association for Access, Equity, and Diversity (AAAED) is the association of professionals managing affirmative action, equal opportunity, diversity and other HR programs.
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE) ensures the input of African Americans into the discussion and development of energy policies, regulations, R&D technologies and environmental issues.
American Association of Blacks in Higher Education (AABHE)(opens in new window) is a membership-based organization dedicated to serving as the voice for African Americans in higher education.
Association of African American Museums (AAAM) is a non-profit organization that offers individual membership and empowers its members through advocacy, professional development, and collaboration.
Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) is a membership-based association for physicians, scientists, clinical care associates, cardiologists in training, medical students and more.
Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi)(opens in new window) promotes and advances the profession of African Psychology.
Association of Black Sociologists (ABS) is a membership organization for black social science leaders committed to research, teaching, mentoring, service, and social justice.
Association of Black Women Physicians (ABWP) is an organized network of black women physicians committed to the improvement of public health and health equity.
Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA) is an organization for black professionals in IT including programmers, analysts, engineers, managers, instructors, and entrepreneurs.
Black Women in Science and Engineering (BWISE) is a membership-based organization for African American females who have degrees in the sciences, math, and engineering.
International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters (IABPFF) is dedicated to cultivating and maintaining professional competence and establishing unity among black professional fire fighters.
National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) is dedicated to empowering African-American insurance professionals.
National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) is devoted to the success of the nation’s children, particularly children of African descent.
National Association for Black Veterinarians (NABV)(opens in new window) is dedicated to supporting African-American individuals within the field of veterinary medicine.
National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR) is an inspirational and unique career development and networking powerhouse.
National Association of African American Studies (NAAAS) serves as a resource for scholars in the field doing research related to the African and African American experience.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) is the leader in expanding the influence of minority professionals in the fields of accounting and finance.
National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice (NABCJ) is comprised of African Americans in law enforcement, judicial admin, juvenile justice, institution-based corrections, and more.
National Association of Black Female Executives in Music & Entertainment (NABFEME) empowers women of color in recorded music, sports, media and related entertainment industry fields.
National Association of Black Geoscientists (NABG)(opens in new window) is a nonprofit organization established to encourage and support African American geoscientists.
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) provides career development as well as educational and other support to its members worldwide.
National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers (NABLEO) is a national organization serving as an advocate for the concerns and issues of law enforcement officers of color throughout the United States.
National Association of Black Male Educators (NABME) promotes the professional advancement of black and minority male educators.
National Association of Black Narcotics Agents (NABNA) is devoted to furthering the hiring, training, and retention of minority DEA employees.
National Association of Black Physical Therapists (NABPT) is a membership-based organization for African American physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
National Association of Black Social Workers (NABSW) is committed to enhancing quality of life and empowering people of African ancestry.
National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs (NANBPWC) promotes and protects the interests of African American business and professional women.
National Association of Negro Musicians (NANM) is a membership organization for African-American music and musicians, performers, educators, students, administrators, and enthusiasts.
National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) the nation’s oldest and most historic black real estate membership-based professional association.
National Association of Securities Professionals (NASP) is the premier non-profit organization for minorities and women in the securities industry.
National Black Association of Speech Language and Hearing (NBASLH) is a membership organization representing certified black speech-language and hearing professionals.
National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC)
National Black Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees (NBCFAE) focuses on networking, education, volunteering and leadership through aviation based careers.
National Black Contractors Association (NBCA) addresses the needs of African Americans in construction, women and other under-represented contractors.
National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) is a non-profit organization representing African American farmers in the United States.
National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) leads in the creation of educational opportunities and economic growth for African Americans.
National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) is a forum for black nurses to advocate for and implement strategies to ensure access to the highest quality of healthcare for persons of color.
National Black Police Association (NBPA) is a national organization is dedicated to promoting justice, fairness, and effectiveness in law enforcement.
National Black Prosecutors Association (NBPA) is the only professional membership organization dedicated to the advancement of African Americans as prosecutors.
National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) is a membership-based organization for black professionals in the public relations, media relations, and corporate communication fields.
National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) is a non-profit organization dedicated primarily to the training needs of African American meeting planners.
National Conference of Black Lawyers (NCBL) is an association of lawyers, scholars, judges, legal workers, law students and legal activists.
National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS) is organized to study, enhance, and promote the political aspirations of people of African descent.
National Council of Negro Women
National Dental Hygienists’ Association (NDHA) is committed to serving minority dental hygiene practitioners of African American descent and bringing the community together for betterment.
National Economic Association (NEA) offers membership to minority professionals and graduate students in the field of economics and a wide array of related disciplines.
National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) is a professional membership organization dedicated to the advancement of black leadership in the public sector.
National Medical Association (NMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and the leading force for parity and justice in medicine.
National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition (NOBIDAN) is a professional organization of African-American dietetic and nutrition practitioners.
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) represents black chiefs of police, sheriffs, and command level law enforcement agency personnel.
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is dedicated to serving culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community.
National Society of Black Physicists (NSBP) promotes the professional well-being of African American physicist and physics students.
Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of minorities in all aviation and aerospace careers.
- Asian/Pacific American Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- Asian Christian Fellowship
- Epsilon Sigma Rho Fraternity
- Hmong Student Association
- Filipino American Student Organization
- Iu-Mien Student Association
- Japanese Animation Club
Asian/Pacific American Resources - Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Asian & Pacific Islander Council (APIC)
Career Resources
100 Great Employers for Asian Americans
Asian Life: A big cyber community of Asian American professionals helping each other to improve their career, foster friendships and increase interactions with different employers.
Asian-American Career Resources
Asian American Journalist Association Scholarships: listing of AAJA internships and grants.
Asian Avenue: contains featured articles and forums, including where the hot jobs are and who is satisfied with their jobs.
Asian-Jobs.com: connect with employers who are searching for bilinguals who speak English and Asian languages and/or companies that want to increase their diversity.
Asian MBA: dedicated to helping the career development of current Asian MBA students, working professionals with MBA degrees and those pursuing a MBA degree in the future.
Career and Job Resources for Asian Americans: links to career and job sites geared especially for Asian American job-seekers.
Golden Sea Career Success: includes career resources specifically designed for Asian Americans.
Hiring Asian American/Pacific Islanders: dedicated to providing a forum for Asian Americans to find the ideal career opportunity and for employers to identify ideal candidates.
IM Diversity Asian-American Village: features employer profiles and articles that relate to career planning for Asian American students.
Professional Organizations/Associations
Asian Women in Business(opens in new window)
National Association of Asian American Professionals
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC)
- First-Gen (Neither parent adoptive or natural has a four-year degree)
Chico State Organizations
- Wildcat Connect - a mentor program with the support of the No. 1 Mentor engagement platform in the county, Firsthand. We are confident it will help us engage with alumni and students across the country. This service is free for both Chico State students and alumni!
- REACH
- EOP Alumni Connection
Career Resources
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Professional Organizations/Associations
Council for Opportunity and Education (TRIO alumni)
- International Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
Job Boards
OPTnation.com: Best OPT Jobs Portal for F1 International Students in USA
Chicago H1B connect: Built by Chicago businesses to attract immigrants.
Zeno: Employers hiring and ready to sponsor visas – with name and contact email.
AiTou Technology: Immigration-friendly software engineer and data scientist roles.MyVisaJobs.com: Search job board. Search E-Verify company database. And more.
H1B Data: Job board and salary info with filters for companies, jobs, and cities.
US Sponsor Me: Over 70k+ jobs with filters depending on what kind of visa you are on/need.
H1B Visa Jobs: Search jobs with filters such as experience level, career level, etc.Visadoor.com - a government database of companies that have filed H1B.
Sponsor Info.
USCIS H1B employer data hub: Data on employers who have submitted petitions to employ H-1B, nonimmigrant workers.
H1B grader: Find H1B sponsors, salaries, and LCAs.
Stilt: Search H1B data by salary, sponsor, and location.Unique Tools
Ultimate H1B sponsor checker: A Chrome extension to find if a company sponsored H1B in the past couple of years when searching for jobs in LinkedIn and Indeed.
Open Avenues: An amazing non-profit that matches us with a university in America where we can mentor part-time. Because universities come under "cap-exempt" H-1B, there is no need to go through the lottery. (cc Danielle Goldman)
Formally: Legal collaboration platform that lets users register for the H1B lottery for $1 (you need employer offer letter).VC firm that specifically say they invest in immigrants
Unshackled Ventures: “We invest in visionary immigrants”
One Way Ventures: “Backing exceptional immigrant founders”
Born Global Ventures: “Backing Resilient Immigrant Founders”Professional Organizations/Associations
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange, working to advance policies and practices that ensure a more interconnected, peaceful world today and for generations to come.
- Latinx/a/o or Hispanic Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- CAFÉ (Central Americans for Empowerment)
- LEAD (Leaders Educating for the Advancement of Dreamers)
- LTC (Latinos in Technical Careers)
- (LIA) Latinas in Action
Career Resources
ihispano.com: Connecting Diverse Talent with Great Opportunities
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement: The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) is a national non-profit dedicated to the employment, development, and advancement of current and aspiring Latino professionals.
US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: America’s largest Hispanic business organization, representing over 4.7 million Hispanic-owned businesses.
Saludos: SALUDOS.com specializes in joining the Hispanic bilingual professional with companies looking for DIVERSITY in the workplace.
Professional Organizations/Associations
American Society of Hispanic Economists (ASHE) is committed to serving the interests of Hispanic Americans in the economics profession.
Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) is the country’s leading professional latino non-profit organization.
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) is a national non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of Latino professionals.
Latino Tax Professionals Association (LTPA) is a professional association dedicated to excellence in the field of tax preparation and related services.
League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) seeks to empower Latinos at the local, state and national level.
JOPWELL - Jopwell is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx, and Native American students and professionals. We assist companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts at scale.
National Association of Hispanic Healthcare Executives (NAHHE)(opens in new window) promotes the advancement of Hispanic/Latinos in management and C-suite leadership positions in healthcare.
National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry.
National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN)(opens in new window) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Hispanic nurses to improve the healthcare of our communities.
National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) is the largest minority trade group in the real estate industry.
National Association of Latino Healthcare Executives (NALHE) is led by Latino executive leaders of U.S. hospitals and healthcare organizations and experts.
National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMAMD) is a non-profit association representing 50,000 licensed Hispanic physicians in the United States.
Prospanica is dedicated to building and advancing Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development.
Society of Hispanic Human Resource Professionals (SHHRP) is a membership based organization dedicated to the promotion of diversity and inclusiveness in the workplace.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)(opens in new window) is a membership-based organization for Hispanic engineers.
- LGBTQ+ Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- Chico State Pride
- Gender and Sexuality Coalition
- LGBTQ Faculty and Staff Association
Community Organizations
Stonewall Alliance Center of Chico
Before You Apply
Evaluating Company Culture - Searching for Inclusive Employers:
Out or Not? - Decisions about Coming Out During the Job/Internship Process:
- University of Pennsylvania LGBTQIA+ Career Resources(opens in new window)
- Columbia University LGBTQIA+ Career Resources
Non-Discrimination Policies, Laws, Regulations, Health Coverage and Protections for LGBTQIA+ employees:
- Human Rights Campaign state by state map
- Additional information on California
- Corporate Equality Index
- Movement Advancement Project
LGBTQIA+ Job Search Resources and Professional Support
CenterLink LGBT Jobs/Career Board
Out and Equal: the premier organization working exclusively on LGBTQ workplace equality. Through our worldwide programs, Fortune 500 partnerships and our annual Workplace Summit conference, we help LGBTQ people thrive and support organizations creating a culture of belonging for all.
Out for Work: functions as a complementary component in the total educational experience of LGBT students, primarily in the development, evaluation, initiation and implementation of career plans and opportunities
Out Professionals: The nation’s leading LGBTQ networking organization
Pro Gay Jobs the alternative job search engine, requires registration
Ted Talk: How to come out at work, about anything
Professional Organizations/Associations
Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Addiction Professionals (NALGAP)(opens in new window) is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of alcoholism, substance abuse, and addictions in LGBT communities.
Association of LGBTQ Journalists (NLGJA) serves journalists, media professionals, educators and students working from within the news industry to foster fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ issues.
Consortium of Higher Educational LGBT Resource professionals
Gay & Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA) is the world’s largest and oldest association of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) healthcare professionals.
National Association of Gay and Lesbian Real Estate Professionals (NAGLREP) is the number one forum for LGBT home buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals.
National Gay Pilots Association (NGPA) is committed to build, support, and unite the global LGBT aviation community through education, social events, and outreach programs.
National LGBT Bar Association (LGBT BAR) is a national association of lawyers, judges, and legal professionals promoting justice in and through the legal profession for the LGBT community.
National Organization of Gay and Lesbian Scientists and Technical Professionals (NOGLSTP) is a professional society for LGBT people in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) empowers LGBTQ people in STEM to succeed personally, academically, and professionally
- Mature Workers
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
Career Resources
Mature Workers Resources: includes job sites
Career Onestop: Good news and tips for getting a job if you’re an older worker
Workforce50.com: has content, job search functions, and a list of favorite age-friendly employers by industry. It also gives you the ability to sign up for job alerts. Workforce50.com was first introduced at AARP’s Life@50+ Conference & Exposition in 2007 at the Boston Convention Center. The site was then known as SeniorJobBank.
Professional Organizations/Associations
National Older Worker Career Center (NOWCC): is proud to connect professionals, age 55+, with part-time and full-time opportunities throughout the country by providing skilled and experienced workers working with government agencies.
- Native American Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- Native American Staff and Faculty Association (NASFA)
- Office of Tribal Relations
- Native American Club
Career Resources
USA Jobs Indian Preference: If you are of Native American or Alaskan descent, you may be eligible for Indian preference when working a job in the federal government. This website explains how to determine that and what Indian Preference entails.
JOPWELL - Jopwell is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx, and Native American students and professionals. We assist companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts at scale.
National Congress of American Indians Job Board(opens in new window): At the National Congress of American Indians or NCAI job board, you will find job listings by employers who are American Indian, Native Hawaiian or Native Alaskan; or employers specifically looking to hire native applicants. Jobs posted must meet one of the following criteria: a significant amount of interaction with a tribal community or a specific skill, such as fluency in a native language or knowledge of native laws.
Bureau of Indian Affairs Job Board: When looking for a job at the Bureau of Indian Affairs, prospective applicants can search for jobs at the bureau itself, in American Indian education or search for jobs looking to hire native American or Alaskan veterans.
Partnership with Native Americans: At the Partnership with Native Americans, or PWNA, you can find a job that directly benefits the lives of native people. Jobs at PWNA work to support people on particularly remote, isolated and impoverished reservations throughout the United States. Job seekers can search for a position by job title, category or location.
Native American Jobs: The Native American jobs board has featured employers that have positions for native people. Prospective employees can search for positions by keyword or location.
Indian Health Service Jobs: When looking at the Indian Health Services job board, you might be overwhelmed by all of the different opportunities on their interactive United States map. Job seekers can search for options by job title or location.
Professional Organizations/Associations
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES): Founded in 1977, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, First Nations and other indigenous peoples of North America in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies and careers. AISES has awarded over $11 million in academic scholarships to American Indian STEM students.
National Alaska Native American Indian Nurses Association (NANAINA): The National Alaska Native American Indian Nurses Association’s mission is to promote a continuum of health among Native Americans; to serve the professional needs of Native American nurses; to cooperate with other professional associations, health care organizations and governmental entities in matters affecting the purposes of NANAINA; and to recommend culturally appropriate health-service delivery solutions where barriers to Native American consumers exist.
Native American and Indigenous Studies Association - The Native American and Indigenous Studies Association (NAISA) is an interdisciplinary, international membership-based organization, comprised of scholars working in the fields of Native American and Indigenous Studies, broadly defined.
Native American Disability Law Center: The Law Center's mission is to advocate for the rights of Native Americans with disabilities in the Four Corners area and ensure they are enforced, strengthened and brought in harmony with their communities. This private, non-profit works to ensure that Native Americans with disabilities have access to justice and are empowered and equal members of their communities and nations.
Native American Financial Official Association (NAFOA): The Native American Financial Official Association’s mission is to improve the quality of financial and business management of tribal governments, their entities and their businesses.
Native American Journalists Association: The Native American Journalists Association serves and empowers Native American journalists through programs and actions designed to enrich journalism and promote Native cultures.
National Indian Education Association - The National Indian Education Association advances comprehensive, culture-based educational opportunities for American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians.
National Native American Bar Association (NNABA): The National Native American Bar Association serves as the national association for Native American attorneys, judges, law professors and law students. Founded in 1973 as the American Indian Lawyers Association, NNABA works to promote issues important to the Native American community and works to improve professional opportunities for Native American lawyers.
National Native American Law Enforcement Association (NNALEA): The mission of the National Native American Law Enforcement Association is to promote and foster mutual cooperation between Native American law enforcement officers, agents and personnel, their agencies, tribes, private industry and public.
Women Empowering Women for Indigenous Nations: Women Empowering Women for Indigenous Nations (WEWIN) exists to provide Native women with the knowledge, support, and resources necessary to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. The WEWIN Annual Conference is an opportunity for Native women to engage in professional renewal, inspire others and network.
- Neurodivergent and Students with Disabilities
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- ARC: Accessibility Resource Center
- Academic Coaching Program
- Office of Accessibility Technology and Services
- Counseling Center (Neurodivergence Support Group)
Career Resources
- Disability Action Center
- Disability Rights California works to advance the rights of Californians with disabilities.
- B-Line Paratransit Service offers county-wide ADA paratransit services.
- Butte County Department of Behavioral Health offers mental health treatment services for our county’s youth, adults, and senior citizens and help with family, personal, or psychiatric issues, with clinics located in Chico, Gridley, and Oroville.
- Far Northern Regional Center: Far Northern Regional Center will provide services and supports that allows persons with developmental disabilities to live productive lives as welcomed members of their community. Opportunities for a Paid Internship Program.
- Department of Rehabilitation
Career Resources
Neurodiversity Network: The purpose of this website is to provide resources for employers & the community to support & accept neurodivergent individuals, and resources for neurodivergent individuals who seek meaningful employment.
Neurodiversity Hub: It will serve as a scalable, sustainable solution to improve employability of neurodivergent individuals and establish a pipeline of work-ready, talented candidates for employers.
Different Brains: Supporting Neurodiversity from Autism to Alzheimer’s and All Brains In Between!
Job Marketplace: is a simple way for candidates to see the type of roles and skill sets we are hiring for and how to apply to each company. The roles listed are all based in the US and at various locations per company. The list is not intended to be comprehensive of every possible role, so still apply or ask questions if you think you would be a good fit at a particular company.
Lime Connect - Lime Connect is a global not for profit organization that's rebranding disability through achievement. We do that by attracting, preparing, and connecting high potential university students and professionals - including veterans - who happen to have all types of disabilities for scholarships, internships, The Lime Connect Fellowship Program, and full time careers with our corporate partners - the world's leading corporations.
Resources and Support for College Students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or Dyscalculia
American Association of People with Disabilities
California Department of Rehabilitation - Support for job seekers with disabilities
Careers & Degrees in Healthcare: A Guide for Students with Disabilities
Disabled Person – One of the premier disability job boards
Entry Point Project of the American Assoc. for the Advancement of Science - Matches University students who have disabilities with paid summer internships in high-tech industry, NASA, and other companies and government agencies.
Equal Opportunities Publications, Inc.
Learn How to Become: Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities: The Best Careers and Salaries that Combine Success and Satisfaction
Scholarships & Resources for Students with Visual Disabilities
Ticket to Work - Employment Support for People with Disabilities
U.S. Department of Justice - ADA Home Page
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
U.S. Department of Labor - Disability Resources
Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities
- Size-Diversity
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
Embodied: Living the Health At Every Size Way
Professional Organizations/Associations
- Undocumented Students, Dream, AB 540, or DACA
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
Leaders Educating for the Advancement of Dreamers (L.E.A.D.)
Career Resources
DACA and Your Workplace Rights
DACA Guide for Employers (PDF)
Immigrants Rising(opens in new window) - Find resources such as the detailed Life After College: A Guide for Undocumented Students(opens in new window) and the Graduate Scholarship List and Guide(opens in new window), among many others
Pre-Health Dreamers - Provides support to undocumented students who are pursuing careers in health and science
My Undocumented Life & College Scholarships: to provide up-to-date information and resources to undocumented students, their families, and allies (including educators, counselors, and administrators). We post scholarship opportunities that are open to undocumented students, strategies for navigating the educational system while undocumented, information on how to apply for DACA, key upcoming immigration-related events, news on immigration policies, and much more. Most importantly, we want to provide a sense of community to our diverse group of readers.
United We Dream Network - Home is Here
Internships and Fellowships for DACA and Undocumented Students – This guide explores resources for funding, mentorship, and experiential learning that DACA and undocumented students can take advantage of to enhance their college experience and launch their career.
Professional Organizations/Associations
The DREAM Bar Association (DBA) - For undocumented immigrants who are interested in pursuing a law career.
- U.S. Students Seeking International Employment
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- ELACC
- German Club
- Japanese Animation
- Japanese Fusion
- Phi Sigma lota - The International Foreign Language Honor Society
- Study Abroad
- Language Conversation Hours
- Wildcat Connect - a mentor program with the support of the No. 1 Mentor engagement platform in the county, Firsthand. We are confident it will help us engage with alumni and students across the country. This service is free for both Chico State students and alumni!
Career Resources
German Academic Exchange Service: study & research in Germany, teach abroad
(USA Jobs) https://www.usajobs.gov/ - search for jobs within the government in international locations
4 International Careers and Jobs: an international employment directory and search engine selecting, ranking and reviewing worldwide top job sites. jobRank.org (formerly 4icj.com) includes more than 9,500 career resources in 200 countries and is a free starting point to find the best job sites in every country.
Escape Artist: is one of the world’s largest and oldest expat resources for going offshore. Every day we write about second passports, offshore banking, international trusts, flag theory, tax strategies and global investments
Go Abroad: Over 1 million people a month trust GoAbroad to search, review, and compare international travel programs.
International Federal Government Jobs: Everyone working for the U.S. Department of State contributes to advancing U.S. interests and implementing foreign policy.
Jobs in the Sun: The Outdoor Industry Jobs Marketplace
Overseas Jobs: features overseas jobs and international employment opportunities for professionals, expatriates and adventure seekers. Search for international and overseas jobs worldwide and land your next great job today!
The Network: The Network is your partner for global recruitment in over 135+ countries
Professional Organizations/Associations
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange, working to advance policies and practices that ensure a more interconnected, peaceful world today and for generations to come.
- Veterans
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
Job Resources for Veterans
State of California Employment Development Department
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs: VA Jobs
Other Career Resources for Veterans
Military to Civilian Skills Translator by O*Net Online: Military Crosswalk Search
Use this resource to help you identify skills, knowledge, and abilities gained from your military experience by looking at your Military Occupational Classification (MOC).CareerScope is an online tool for eligible Veterans benefit recipients, offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It provides interest and aptitude assessments, recommendations for careers and courses or training programs to pursue those careers. CareerScope is frequently used by Veterans to determine the best career path for transition to civilian life.
Professional Organizations/Associations
- Womxn-Identified Students
Chico State Organizations
*Check out CatsConnect for a comprehensive list of active clubs/organizations
- Womxn of Agriculture
- Women of Wisdom – Multicultural & Gender Studies – annual event
- Gender and Sexuality Equity Coalition - internship and employment options
- Association for Women in Business
Career Resources
Women for Hire - company devoted to a comprehensive array of recruitment services for women, Women For Hire offers online career fairs, inspiring speeches and seminars, and customized marketing programs. Our website, womenforhire.com, offers a wide variety of career-related information and videos geared to working women, and an online job board that helps leading employers connect with top-notch professional women in all fields.
Feminist Majority - created to develop bold, new strategies and programs to advance women’s equality, non-violence, economic development, and, most importantly, empowerment of women and girls in all sectors of society.
FairyGodBoss – maternity and benefits database, see which employers’ women like best, salaries by title and company, exclusive research - explore the latest on work and gender.
Learn How to Become: Careers for Women Opportunities and Benefits for Women in Male-Dominated Professions
Professional Organizations/Associations
American Business Women's Association - to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition.
American Association of University Women (AAUW)U - We are tenacious and trailblazing - advocating for women and girls since 1881 and into the future!