Career & Life Planning
DEI Information for Students
Diversity in the Workplace Resources for Students
Use this page to search for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion resources recommended by the Center for Career and Life Planning for students and job-seekers.
We recognize that singling certain groups out as representations of a diverse workforce can have an "othering" effect on folks in communities that are historically marginalized or underserved. Our hope is that the resources on this page can be a source of support and strength to students and job-seekers, as well as an educational aid for allies in the workplace.
The resources included below are not created or owned by Rollins College. By clicking these links, you will be sent to an external site. While the resources have been reviewed by the Center, Rollins does not retain ownership of the content or may not support all content on the site, as it may be updated without our knowledge. Come visit our Career Studio or schedule an appointment on Handshake to discuss these resources and more with a staff member!
Campus Partners in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We are committed to supporting the work of our partner departments across campus in order to help students develop a place to share ideas, interests, and passions based off of shared cultural, ethnic, and lifestyle backgrounds. Cultural organizations and diversity focused initiatives at Rollins raise visibility, amplify collective voices, and build connections both within and between groups as essential members of the Rollins community.
- Student Center for Inclusion & Belonging: CIB is committed to building and promoting programs, services, and resources that serve to create and sustain a diverse community. Some great initiativs include:
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Week
- Racial Justice Resources
- Lucy Cross Center for Women and their Allies
- EMBARK Program: A cohort-based student development opportunity for students of underrepresented backgrounds, the EMBARK program leads students through different opportunities to explore themselves and the Rollins community & gain friendships, mentors, campus resources, and knowledge that will ultimately lead to their success as a Tar.
- Center for Leadership and Community Engagement- CLCE inspires action and cultivates positive social change through leadership development and community engagement. Some great initiatives include:
- Social Impact Hub: The Social Impact Hub is a creative space on campus that provides tools and resources to support addressing local and global social issues. This is done through hands-on learning and purposeful dialogue based on the human-centered design thinking methodology.
- GetInvolved - Student Organizations: Please note, organizations change frequently. The most updated information will always be found in Rollins College’s GetInvolved page. A sample of current culturally or identity based Student Organizations on campus include:
- Black Student Union (BSU)
- Caribbean Student Association (CSA)
- Desi
- Interfaith Collective
- Latin American Student Association (LASA)
- Spectrum
- Rollins Coexist
- Voices
- Hillel
- Amnesty International
- Rollins Philosophy and Religion Club
- Chinese Student Organization
- Muslim Student Union (MSU)
- Catholic Campus Ministries
DEI Student Toolkit
The purpose of this Student Toolkit is to explore resources on how to empower yourself and others in the workplace by upholding the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you have questions about any of these resources or want to dive into them further, contact the CCLP for support.
- Why is it important to have not only a diverse, but also an inclusive workplace?
- Research has shown that a sense of safety and belonging in the workplace can increase an employee's performance and intent to stay within an organization or role. The idea of what makes a team diverse has also changed over the past few years, recognizing that giving voice to diversity in culture, knowledge, and experience bring important perspectives and strength to a team.
- Benefits of Diversity in the Workplace
- How is diversity defined in the workplace?
- "Diversity is a relational concept. It shows up in the composition of teams and organizations, and it is measured based on a collective whole. In this way, diversity refers to 'difference' within a given setting. So while a person is not 'diverse,' they may bring a diverse range of experiences. From appearance to thought, likes or dislikes, and identity. Diversity of identity may relate to socialized and visible race, gender identity, religion, nationality, body shape or size, age, or sexual orientation, to name a few." (How to Define Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Work)
Assessing an Employer's Committement to DEI
- Conscious Job-Seeking (NACE)
- Looking for an Inclusive Employer? Ask These 9 Questions During Your Interview (TheMuse)
- How to Determine if an Employer Values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (USC)
Showing Your Own Committement to DEI in the Workplace
- 8 Interview Questions about DEI Every Job Seeker Should be Able to Answer (TheMuse)
- Diversity in the Workplace: How to Lead as an Ally (HRD)
- 5 Steps to Become a Better Ally at Work (Indeed)
- How to be an Ally for Colleagues of Color at Work (Forbes)
Uplifting Yourself and Your Voice
- How Hiding Your True Self at Work Can Hurt Your Career (FastCompany)
- How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome (New York Times)
- When and How to Respond to Micro-Aggressions (HBR)
- Dealing with Discrimination - Tips for Employees (Find Law)
Finding Employers Committed to DEI
Video Resources
- "Why Good Leaders Make You Feel Safe" (TED)
- An environment of trust and compassion makes us better leaders and better collaborators.
- "Looking for a job? Highlight your ability, not your experience" (TED)
- Our curiosity and willingness to try new things expose us to valuable transferable skills above and beyond our credentials.
Identity-Based Resources
Accessibility/Individuals with Disabilities
- Job Boards and Training Resources
- Work Without Limits
- Lime
- disABLEDperson, Inc.
- This job board is geared toward employers who are specifically looking for qualified persons with diverse backgrounds. There are also upskilling resources.
- A Practical Approach to Looking for a Job as a Person with a Disability (JAN)
- This guide for job seekers is available online, as well as in PDF and Doc versions.
- JAN (Job Accommodation Network) is also a robust resource to learn about accommodations, federal regulations, get support and guidance in the workplace, and even consulting for entrepreneurs.
- Disclosing Your Disability in the Workplace
- Disclosing Disability (Rochester Institute of Technology)
- Find potential disclosure timelines as well as a helpful disclosure script.
- Youth, Disclosure, and the Workplace, Why, When, What, and How (Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor)
- Disclosing Disability (Rochester Institute of Technology)
Asian American and Pacific Islanders
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
- Resources, mentorship, job boards, and more. Connect with the local Orlando NAAAP chapter.
- 28 Career Resources for Asian Americans (Velvet Jobs)
- Employment legislations, job boards, professional associations, and resources by state.
- National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
- Workplace experiences
- Asian American and Pacific Islander Women and the Wage Gap (National Partnership for Women and Families)
- How to Support Your Asian Colleagues Right Now at Work (Huffpost)
Black and African-American Individuals
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- Jopwell.com
- Advancing the careers of Black, Latinx, and Native individuals.
- Top 21 African American Professional Groups (Monster)
- Black Career Women's Network (BCWN)
- National career development organization, mentorship, job boards, dedicated to the professional growth of Black women.
- Jopwell.com
- Workplace experiences
- Professional Publications
- African American Career World (EOP)
- Digital magazine with timely articles, resources, and recruitment information.
- Black EOE Journal
- Digital business and career magazine, job board, educational resources.
- African American Career World (EOP)
First Generation Students
- Job Search Process
- A Career Roadmap for First-Generation Professionals (U.S. News)
- Career Tips for First-Generation Grad Students (Inside HigherEd)
- Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile for First-Gen (Rise First)
- This site also includes resources, scholarship links, and guides
- Workplace and college experiences
- First in the Family - Your College Years (FirstintheFamily.org)
- First Gen Journey Podcast
- Stories of Success from First Generation Professionals, along with identity based resources and organization links
Hispanic and Latinx Individuals
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- Jopwell.com
- Advancing the careers of Black, Latinx, and Native individuals.
- Top Hispanic and Latino Professional Associations (Monster)
- Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE)
- United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)
- Prospera Central Florida
- "Prospera is an economic development, nonprofit organization specialized in providing bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs trying to establish or expand their business."
- Jopwell.com
- Workplace experiences
Indigenous Americans
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- Jopwell.com
- Advancing the careers of Black, Latinx, and Native individuals.
- National Congress of American Indians (NCAI)
- Native Hire (A Division of Southern California Tribal Chairmen's Association)
- USA Jobs - Working in the Government (USA Jobs)
- Jopwell.com
- Workplace experiences
- 8 Organizations Committed to Supporting Native American Professionals (Ripplematch)
- 31 Career Resources for Native Americans (VelvetJobs)
- Native American-owned Businesses (SBA.gov)
- Resources for accessing and growing small businesses owned by Indigenous Americans, supported by the U.S. government
International Students
- Visa and Immigration Information
- Rollins College Office of International Student Scholar Services
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS.gov)
- MyVisaJobs.com
- Platform to search employers who have authorized H1B and other work authorization visas
- Job Search Process
- GoinGlobal
- Detailed information about visa requirements working in different countries, cultural information, and a detailed, multi-lingual job search platform for opportunities around the world.
- This resource is only accessible by Rollins College students and alumni
- Rollins College Office of International Student Scholar Services
- CPT Process
- For off-campus internships under particular work visa stipulations
- OPT Process
- Post-graduate work authorization under particular work visa stipulations
- CPT Process
- UnitedOPT- job search site and blog
- UnitedOPT's ultimate ambition is to find OPT and CPT opportunites and jobs for international students to find a company who can sponsor their H1B visa
- Job Search Advice for International Students (Inside HigherEd)
- 10 Job Search Tips for International Students This Summer (Firsthand)
- While this article was originally published in 2018, much of the advice is still incredibly relevant in the current state of the world.
- GoinGlobal
- Workplace experiences
- The Big Challenge of American Small Talk (Harvard Business Review)
LGBTQ+ Individuals
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- Human Rights Campaign Employer Search (HRC)
- Powered by the HRC's global campaign to rate and index workplaces on their commitment to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer equality
- Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021 includes organizations who received 100% on this index
- Out & Equal Workplace Advocates
- Provides resources for both allies and individuals
- National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)
- The LGBTQ+ Center Orlando (The Center)
- Offers free Career Planning services as well as myriad other wonderful programs and resources
- Human Rights Campaign Employer Search (HRC)
- Workplace experiences
- Coming Out at Work (HRC)
- Transgender in the Workplace (Become)
- Gender Neutral Interview Attire and Business Clothing (The Balance Careers)
- 3 Ways to Be a Better LGBTQ Ally in the Office (TheMuse)
Previously Incarcerated Individuals
- Job Boards
- Formerly Incarcerated Job Seekers (Center for Workplace Inclusion)
- Fair-Chance Employment (HonestJobs.co)
- Includes job boards, skill building resources, and other support resources listed by geographic location
- Job Search Considerations
- Ban the Box Laws by State (Paycor)
- Strategies for Successful Job Searching with a Criminal Record (Glassdoor)
- How to Address Your Criminal History During a Job Search (LiveCareer)
Undocumented Students
- Job Search Process
- Your Employment Rights with DACA and TPS (TheDream.US)
- "As a DACA/TPS recipient, you can apply for and receive an EAD (Employment Authorization Document) which allows you to work legally so long as your EAD has not expired."
- About DACA and Employment (National Immigration Center)
- Employers Interested in Hiring DACA Students (UPenn Career Services)
- Your Employment Rights with DACA and TPS (TheDream.US)
- Additional Support
- Applying for an ITIN Info Sheet (American Immigration Council)
- Immigrants Rising - Transforming Lives Through Education
- Information on "Making Money," including entrepreneurship
- "Life After College" Guide
- United We Dream
- Check out toolkits for support on mental health, education, financial support, as well as small business ownership and tax requirements
- Guidance for DACA Recipients and Legal Practitioners (UnitedWeDream.org)
Veterans
- Job Search Process
- Veteran and Military Transition Center (CareerOneStop)
- Guide to Job Search for Veterans and Transitioning Military (Job Hunt)
- Resume Writing Tips for Veterans (Monster)
- The Veterans Guide to Developing a Resume (NACE)
- Military Skills Translator (Military.com)
- 28 Resources for Veterans Re-Entering the Workforce (Military.com)
- Includes federal and private sector resources, job boards, and funding resources
- Additional Considerations
- Military Transition to Civilian Life: A Guide for Veterans (MilitaryTimes)
- Employment Tools for Veterans with Disabilities (Social Security Administration)
- Information on the Social Security Administration providing financial stability in the employment process, as well as career development information.
Women
- Job Boards and Professional Associations
- Workplace experiences
- Sex/Gender Discrimination Legal Considerations (WorkplaceFairness.org)
- 6 Tips for Women Graduates Entering the Workforce (Recruiter)
- A Woman's Guide to Salary Negotiation (The New York Times)
- Powerful Career Strategies for Women: 11 Top Tips for Advancement (LiveCareer)
- 5 Tips for Women Navigating Workplace Success (Medium)