hanks to recent government efforts, companies are now more open to hiring employees with disabilities. This, coupled with regulations that ensure equal employment opportunities, makes it a lot easier to find a job as a disabled worker.
Even then, when you’re disclosing a …
You put in the work, delivered results, and finally, you’re up for a promotion. Amazing! There’s just one thing—what about your salary?
Over the past decade, women have gone from being less likely than men to negotiate their salaries, to …
Back when she was finishing grad school, Denise Owusu knew she had two requirements for her next career move: the company would need to align with her values, and it had to be a place where she could be wholly …
“DREAMer” is a term often used to refer to undocumented immigrants whose parents or others brought them to the United States as children. The term originates from the DREAM Act (Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors), a legislative proposal …
Are you an international student looking for work experience in the US? You may have heard the terms CPT and OPT thrown around at orientation or among other international students. While both OPT and CPT provide off-campus work authorization for …
The United States tax system can be a daunting prospect for anyone, but it can be particularly confusing for foreign students and academics arriving on F or J visas. Even if you’re focused on your studies or research, understanding your …
“Will I lose my disability if I work part-time?” It’s a common question among Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients. If this is your case, we have both a short and a long answer for you.
Short answer: not necessarily. …
Held every October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is an opportunity to recognize the vital role and countless contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce, while also raising awareness of supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices that help foster …
“Should I go to grad school?”
Longtime professional, current undergraduate student, or sector switcher—no matter where you are in your social-impact journey, you may have wondered whether grad school is right for you. From satisfying a degree requirement to …
There are many factors to keep in mind when deciding where to apply for grad school. With myriad funding options and program structures, it can be difficult to narrow your options down. That’s why we’ve put together this list of …
