Welcome to the First-Generation Student Career Community! This community was created to support Nichols College community members who are First-Generation students. Navigating new areas with little familiarity can be challenging and exciting, CPDC can be a hub for First-Generation students to help with career development and expanding networks. Our goal in CPDC is to support our students in navigating career development; this community aims to provide specific resources to community members who are First-Generation students in navigating the job search, the workplace and overall career development. CPDC is committed to supporting students and alumni in their Career Development. Use this page to:
- Explore career options
- Search identity specific Job boards to find exciting opportunities
- Read articles and success stories
- Explore career and identity resources
- Discover professional organizations that align with your identity and goals
- Execute and enrich your career development
Support Your Career Development
This resource provides valuable insight and support for first-generation an/or low-income college students. You can speak with an advisor, search for jobs, watch videos, browse through their career toolkits, and more!
Watch videos and read blogs from other first-generation college students!
Browse through life and career advice, lists of support resources, webinars, and more.
If you have questions, are looking for advice or want to talk through your career related thoughts, we would love to meet with you! Click HERE to schedule an appointment!
We will continue to update this community as we become aware of additional resources and opportunities.
