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  1. Merit America

    If you're interested in Grow with Google but want coaching and accountability support along the way (similar to Rivet School's model), Merit America might be the program for you! Merit America is an organization designed to support working adu...
  2. Writing a Good Email

    Being able to write a good email or message on LinkedIn, Slack, etc. can be the difference between getting a prompt response or getting ignored. Good emails follow a similar pattern, so once you identify the pattern you’ll be able to adapt it to a...
  3. Take Inventory of your Professional Network

    You may not think you have a professional network, but there might be some people you haven’t considered yet. Let's brainstorm connections. Start by going through each item on the checklist and writing down everyone you can think of even if you ar...
  4. 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...
  5. School-Based Jobs

    Schools are organizations that have many teaching and non-teaching roles that all have the common goal of supporting student learning. If you are interested in working at a school or switching roles within your current school district, you can refer...
  6. Presidio MBA in Sustainable Solutions 🤝

    Are you thinking about continuing your education after the BA? We’re excited to announce that we will be continuing our partnership with Presidio Graduate School at the University of Redlands to offer Rivet School alumni (like Sarahi ) an 80% t...
  7. Defining Skills Worksheet

    In this  worksheet, you’ll come up with stories from your professional experiences to generate transferable skills that you can use in your resume, cover letters, and interviews. The link will open a copy of the document that you can edit and sav...
  8. Letters of Recommendation

    If you’re planning to apply for graduate school, it’s important to think ahead of time about who might write your letters of recommendation. If you want to ask your Rivet School College Coach, you should make a list of examples from projects that ...
  9. How important is my major?

    Choosing your major is a significant milestone in your academic journey, as it determines the specialized content you’ll learn and lays the groundwork for potential career paths. It allows you to dive deep into a particular field of interest, gain...
  10. What should I consider before choosing my major?

    Before making this choice, you should consider several factors: 1) your interests and passions 2) your skills and strengths and 3) your career goals and aspirations. Take the time to reflect and remember that it's okay to seek advice from family, ...