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General Resources

  • Workforce Recruitment Program
  • SourceAbled
  • Neurodiversity Hub
  • Hire OYM Talent
  • Disability.gov – Information, resources, and advice for individuals with disabilities seeking work and employers, as well as information on employment rights, laws and regulations, employment programs, and job accommodations
  • United States Department of Labor – Contains guidelines on disclosing a disability to an employer as well as additional information searchable by topic
  • Employer Assistance & Recruiting Network – A free service that connects employers with skilled job candidates with disabilities
  • Job Accommodation Network – Free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities by providing individualized work accommodation solutions, technical assistance regarding ADA and other disability-related legislation, and education about self-employment options
  • JobAccess – Enabling people with disabilities to enhance their professional lives by providing a dedicated system for finding employment with employers who exhibit an open door policy but also demonstrate their responsiveness to affirmative action by genuinely recruiting qualified persons with disabilities
  • GettingHired – National employment portal connecting job seekers with disabilities with employers
  • Lime Connect – Bringing corporate partners, experts in disability, and experts in standard development together to create a Global Corporate Standard to source, hire, develop and market to people with disabilities

Graduate School Planning

  • Dear Future Colleague – mentorship, guidance, and recruitment opportunities for underrepresented graduate school and competitive scholarship applicants

Resources for Students on the Autism Spectrum

Additional Resources

Research Revelations

Name: Fernanda Rubi

Major: Majoring in Political Science, Multimedia Journalism and Mass Communication, and Communication Studies

School Year: Senior

Hometown/Country: Managua, Nicaragua

Fun Fact: My two sisters and I share the same first name (Maria)

My Research

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SENIORS ➡️ Check Your Viking Score

Do you want to be invited to the Viking Score Banquet this year?!?

Earn 100 Viking Score Points by April 30th to be invited to the Viking Score Banquet!

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Sports Business Internship Grant Applications Now Open!

If you have a summer internship in sports, consider applying for the Matt and Mindy McSparin Sports Business Award! A generous stipend of approximately $2,000 will provide support for an unpaid internship for an aspiring student of any major to …

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Natural Areas Internship at GrandPrarie Friends 🍃

The Natural Areas Internship is designed for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in ecological management. Candidates with experience or interest in natural resources, or already attending college in programs related to natural resources, are encouraged to apply.

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Student Employment at Augustana College

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Skill Building Courses

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Menopause in the Workplace: A Guide to Supporting Your Colleagues

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Speaking Up for Yourself and Underrepresented Groups

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Are you at a point in your career where you’ve realized that putting your head down, doing the work, and…

Foundations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

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The world of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) can be both empowering and overwhelming at times. How can someone…

Cultural Humility and Agility

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Are you actively promoting a culture of inclusion inside and outside of your organization? If not, it’s time to pivot,…

Six Skills to Develop Cultural Agility

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Fighting Gender Bias at Work

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Skills for Inclusive Conversations

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Becoming a Male Ally at Work

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Gender diversity in the workplace drives innovation and performance. As a male ally, you can help boost diversity by chipping…

Understanding and Supporting Asian Employees

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What To Do When You Are Bullied at Work

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Supporting Allyship and Anti-Racism at Work

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While racism and discrimination are systemic problems that persist, each of us can play a role in helping to eliminate…

How to Speak Up Against Racism at Work

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Regardless of role or level, employees often want to speak up against offensive/racist comments or questionable practices, but they don’t…

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Dealing with Microaggression as an Employee

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In this course, Toni Lowe, a sought-after speaker and senior HR leader specializing in diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging, teaches…

Contact & Location

Phone
309-794-7339
Address

Olin Center
639 38th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office is Open Drop-Ins
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Drop-in topics include:

  • Resume & Cover Letter Review
  • Resume & Cover Letter Writing
  • Viking Score Overview
  • LinkedIn Headshot Photo
  • Career Resources Overview