Make Connections and Build Your Network

While it’s helpful to build relationships and connect with people any time of year, summertime is an excellent opportunity to expand your network. First, it’s important to keep in mind your goal(s) for this activity. You can tap into your …

By Loredana George
Loredana George Assistant Director, International Relations, Global Development, Education, Psychology, Global Health, Human Rights, Consulting, & Alumni Engagement
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You’ve landed the internship. Now you have to find housing.

Congratulations on accepting your summer experience offer! The catch? Now you have to figure out where to live! Below are some resources and websites to help you find housing during your summer internship in another city:

University housing: Many universities …

By Katie Fell
Katie Fell Assistant Director, Harvard College Still Deciding, Exploring, & Self-Assessment
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Plans B, C and D: Alternatives to Summer Internships

Haven’t secured a summer internship yet? Don’t worry– there is still time to plan for a summer that allows you to explore your interests and expand your skills! Below are some options beyond the traditional internship experience to consider:

Complete …

By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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Upcoming Consulting Recruiting Events

If you are interested in pursuing consulting opportunities, take advantage of these upcoming programs to learn about consulting recruiting and prepare for the case interview.

By Recruiting / Employer Engagement Team
Recruiting / Employer Engagement Team
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7 Top Resources for Students Interested Publishing

This list is a mix of professional organizations that advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion within the industry and industry specific job boards. Enjoy!

By Amy DiGiovine
Amy DiGiovine Assistant Director, Arts, Entertainment, Media, Advertising, Marketing, Journalism, Publishing, Fashion, & Sports.
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Kohlberg Manacher Foundation Professional Excellence Scholarship

Devangana Rana ’25 recently shared that the Kohlberg Manacher Foundation (KMF) is accepting applications for the Professional Excellence Scholarship Program which can grant up to $15,000 for eligible recipients (see below requirements)! The priority application deadline is May 1st, but …

By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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Leveraging Your PhD: Why Employers Value Your Skills

Guest post by Heer Joisher (Griffin GSAS Candidate in Developmental Biology) for MCS.

Harvard’s Mignone Center for Career Success recently hosted an insightful discussion spotlighting the remarkable journeys of a select group of GSAS alumni who have masterfully leveraged their …

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Guest or External Blog
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Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Roundtable

Neurodiversity @ Work Employer Roundtable – Disability:IN (disabilityin.org)

A collection of employers committed to neurodiversity-focused hiring initiatives.

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Guest or External Blog
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Looking for first-year or sophomore friendly opportunities? (Check back – this list gets updated!)

Check out these blogs and posts highlighting first-year and sophomore friendly internships/fellowships/summits:

Intern, Unscripted Content – Summer 2024 | Legendary Entertainment | LinkedIn

Intern, Communications, Clean Cooking Alliance (a division of the United Nations Foundation) and Communications Intern, User Insights Lab, Clean …

By Katie Fell
Katie Fell Assistant Director, Harvard College Still Deciding, Exploring, & Self-Assessment
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HES Alumni Spotlights, class of 2023

Every year after Commencement we survey recent graduates of Harvard Extension School degree programs. This includes asking if they would be willing to provide advice for current students. Read the Graduate Spotlights of the class of 2023!

By Amanda Peters
Amanda Peters Director, Harvard Extension School Career Advising & Programming
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