Finding Fellowships for Graduate Students

There are two types of fellowships for graduate students portable and institutional. While institutional fellowships requires students to study in the approved school, portable fellowships allow more flexibility for students as they can choose the institution they want to attend …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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International Student Resources

The Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development offers a variety of job search tools specifically for international students! Join the International Students Affinity Community to explore resources, programs, and opportunities related to the job search in your home country, …

By Christina Cardona
Christina Cardona
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Call for International Students

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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How can international students get tech jobs in the US?

This recent article on Interstride gave great insight for international students with a STEM background who are seeking technology jobs in the U.S. Since the hiring process for international students can be more challenging due to them needing a visa …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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Student Organization Spotlight: The Women’s Network

This month, the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development interviewed the Women’s Network. Read their responses below!

1. Can you tell me about your organization, including its overall mission and vision on campus? 

The Women’s Network is the largest …

By Alexandria Mavila
Alexandria Mavila Senior Peer Consultant
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Finding a job in Higher Education (Faculty Position)

Before I came to the United States for my graduate education, I worked as a political campaigner, social activist, radio host and researcher during Taiwan’s democratization. Initially, I simply wanted to renew my knowledge by getting a master’s degree, and …

By Hsin-Yen Yang
Hsin-Yen Yang Professor of Communication Studies
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International Alumna’s Career Journey-Luvpreet Kaur BU ’20 MS Electrical and Computer Engineering

Luvpeet Kaur, Binghamton University ’20, is a Software Engineer- R&D Sustaining at Insulet

Hey there! If you are an international student dreaming of working in the United States after graduation, you are not alone. Many of us have embarked on …

By Luvpeet Kaur
Luvpeet Kaur
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Networking Tips for International Students

Like many other international students, I was very focused on the academic part of student life when I arrived in the U.S. In my junior year of college, I suddenly felt this job-seeking urgency. I was only a couple of …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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5 Benefits of Attending the Fall Job and Internship Fair

There are many benefits of attending your campus job fair and accompanying seminars. You can learn about the professional etiquette of communicating with employers in the US and also catch up on the employment trends and skills employers are looking …

By Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.)
Ozzy Girit Heck (Ph.D.) Career Success Program Specialist
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Campus Resources and How to Use Them

Binghamton University has numerous on-campus resources open to use for students, but many do not know these resources exist, what services they provide, or how to access those services. While this is by far not an exhaustive listing, here are …

By Rebecca Zajac
Rebecca Zajac Career Engagement Graduate Assistant
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Finding Employers Who Foster Diversity and Inclusion Beyond The Diversity Roundtable Event

                     When considering job offers, career paths, and other aspects of future employment-it is important to consider how one’s own beliefs, background, and personality can impact one’s decision. Similarly, declaring a major, discovering a field you’re passionate about, and landing the …

By Stephanie Ramirez-Cisneros
Stephanie Ramirez-Cisneros Senior Peer Consultant
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