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  1. Asking HR about Tuition Reimbursement

    Are you unsure if your employer can help you pay for college? Don’t assume that there’s no tuition support or reimbursement policy. Don’t listen to a hunch from your co-workers as the policies may have changed. Take it upon yourself to find out th...
  2. Cover Letter Worksheet

    Think of a job description as an advertisement – it tells you who a company is looking for. Your cover letter is a one page response clearly stating why YOU are the person they’re looking for.  Cover letters should be customized for each job you’...
  3. OneTen

    Our society is divided by systemic inequities. Due to significant economic barriers and opportunity gaps, millions of Black individuals in the United States have been unable to fulfill their potential. OneTen connects Black talent with well-pa...
  4. Answering "Tell Me About Yourself"

    "Tell me about yourself” is a common interview question. What do they expect to hear? Read this article for ideas and tips. It might sound like they’re asking to hear about your favorite hobbies and TV shows, but they’re not. They’re not asking  ...
  5. Conduct an Informational Interview

    In this article, we’ll explain the benefits of informational interviews and the steps you need to take to do them.  What is an informational interview? An informational interview is a brief and informal meeting to learn more about an area of i...
  6. altPath 🤝

    altPath is a free online platform that helps young adults explore careers and compare the education and training pathways that exist after high school (including Rivet School). Here is a sneak peek of one of their "industry route" maps that show...
  7. SMART Career Goals

    Start creating your career plan by setting SMART career goals. SMART stands for: Specific: Is the goal well-defined/clear? M easurable: How will I know when I’ve reached the goal? Attainable: Do I have the skills and resources to reach ...
  8. ADPList

    Are you interested in learning more about the tech industry from someone with tech industry experience?  ADPList is an online community of 16,000+ mentors across the globe who are available for free 1:1 mentorship. You can search for mentors with...
  9. Test Prep Matrix

    In order to become a teacher, you will need to pass specific exams depending on what state you live in and what grades/subjects you want to teach. The deadline to pass these exams is determined by the credential program you enroll in, but you will...
  10. Roadtrip Nation

    Are you feeling lost thinking about your career? Roadtrip Nation has a library of career-related documentaries and series you can watch to inspire and motivate you. They also offer a free online course to help you discover your interests and...