Diversity promotes innovation, understanding, and overall success in the workplace.
Employers seek out candidates from various backgrounds and lifestyles to improve the
quality of their workforce. There are many diversity-focused resources to help students
with their careers. To learn about diversity-specific career opportunities like jobs
and internships, explore the different categories below.
The Career Center developed theDiversity Professional Leadership Network (DPLN)
to help underrepresented students increase their knowledge of careers and enhance
their career skills. Through the program, students learn more about being a professional
and business etiquette, get an inside view of a specific industry, and learn how to
successfully transition from school to the world of work.
DPLN is a competitive program that requires students to undergo an application process
including an interview, references, career interests, and academic performance. Through
program workshops, one-on-one counseling sessions, and networking opportunities, students
increase their soft skills and ability to network in a business setting, and are better
prepared for full-time jobs/internships.
In addition to the professional and career development, each student is matched with
a professional as part of a mentoring program. The students receive exposure to professional
environments to improve their networking/communication skills.
To apply, contact
Kimberly Joy Dixon.
Exclusive/special access programming provided to DPLN student members:
How to Network Workshop, access to alumni of color, and participation in Mock Interview
Day
Leadership development workshops
Effective communication workshops
Special internship preparation: resume/cover letter review, mock interviews, MBTI
workshop
Job Shadow Week with a Professional Buddy: "A day in the life of a professional"
One-to-one ongoing coaching with DPLN program coordinaton
Early Career Success Program
This program is designed to prepare economically disadvantaged and underrepresented
underclassmen for the business world by providing practical leadership training and
career guidance.
The Early Career Success Program is a part of the Diversity Professional Leadership Network. To apply, contact program
coordinator Kimberly Joy Dixon at (631) 632-6805.
For information concerning diversity at SBU, visit the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action.
Black Enterprise: Job seekers can use a search engine to view positions by function, salary or ZIP
code and read career advice and lists of top black-owned enterprises.
Blackworld: Aims to provide one of the largest multicultural job boards online.
Black Caucus of the American Library Association, Inc.: BCALA's purpose is to call to the attention of the American Library Association
the need to respond positively on behalf of the Black members of the profession and
the information needs of the Black community by reviewing, analyzing, evaluating,
and recommending to the American Library Association actions on the needs of Black
librarians which will influence their status in the areas of recruitment, development,
advancement, and general working conditions; and to provide information on qualifications
of Black librarians.
National Alliance of Black School Educators: Founded in 1970, NABSE is dedicated to improving both the educational experiences
and accomplishments of African American youth through the development and use of instructional
and motivational methods that increase levels of inspiration, attendance and overall
achievement.
Business
Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA): Nonprofit organization of professionals working in or having interest in the fields
of computer science and information technology.
International Organization of Black Security Executives (IOBSE): IOBSE was founded in 1982 by black security executives concerned about the relatively
small number of minority professionals, and the role black security professionals
could have in helping young people.
National Alliance of Market Developers: Develops and fosters business growth for African Americans and other ethnic groups
by serving as a conduit for learning, teaching and networking for success. NAMD seeks
to cultivate those aspects of the black experience that can produce results for our
constituency, community and institutions, both private and public.
National Association of Black Accountants: An American nonprofit professional association that represents more than 100,000
people of color in furthering their educational and professional goals in accounting,
consulting, finance, and information technology.
The National Black Chamber of Commerce: The National Black Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to economically empowering and
sustaining African American communities through entrepreneurship and capitalistic
activity within the United States and via interaction with the Black Diaspora.
National Black MBA Association: The National Black MBA Association leads in the creation of educational opportunities
and economic growth for African Americans, and increases awareness of and facilitates
access to graduate management education programs and career opportunities in management
fields.
National Sales Network: An association of African American sales and sales management professionals.
U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.: The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) provides committed, visionary leadership and
advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of resources
and initiatives, USBC supports African American Chambers of Commerce and business
organizations in their work of developing and growing Black enterprises.
Design
National Organization of Minority Architects: Champions diversity within the design professions by promoting the excellence, community
engagement, and professional development of its members.
Organization of Black Designers: Comprised of design professionals of color, who are in the fields of graphic, industrial,
fashion, interior, architectural, product, advertising, broadcast and multimedia design.
Engineering and Science
American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE): A national association of energy professionals founded and dedicated to ensure the
input of African Americans and other minorities into the discussions and developments
of energy policies regulations, R&D technologies, and environmental issues.
National Association of Black Geoscientists: NABG was established and incorporated in 1981, and has been an active organization
nationwide with members in the oil and gas industry, academia, government, and most
importantly colleges and universities.
National Association of Multicultural Engineering Program Advocates (NAMEPA): NAMEPA is a national network of educators and representatives from industry, government,
and nonprofit organizations who share a common commitment to improving the recruitment
and retention of African Americans, Hispanics, and American Indians earning degrees
in engineering. As a recognized authority in minority engineering education, NAMEPA
promotes the professional development of its members and serves as an advocate for
and resource to those programs and organizations that seek to recruit, educate, and
employ diverse engineering talent.
National Society of Black Engineers: Started in 1975, it now has more than 25,000 members and hundreds of chapters across
the country. The group's mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible
Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact
the community.
National Society of Black Physicists: The largest organization of African American physicists; its mission is promoting
the professional well-being of African American physicists and physics students within
the international scientific community and within society at large.
Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals: Founded in 1976, OBAP’s mission is to enhance, advance and promote educational opportunities
in aviation/aerospace and to develop and sustain a process for the ongoing mentoring
of youth.
Food Services
BCA: Incorporated as the Black Culinarian Alliance in 1998 and now known by its acronym.
A national educational and networking organization that serves African American and
other minority professionals working in hospitality and food services.
General
100 Black Men of America: Founded in 1963, the organization now has 105-plus chapters with more than 10,000
members. Its mission includes leadership, mentoring, education, health, and economic
development.
NAACP: Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization.
From the ballot box to the classroom, the thousands of dedicated workers, organizers,
leaders and members who make up the NAACP continue to fight for social justice for
all Americans.
Government and Policy/Politics
Blacks in Government (BIG): Members are civil servants at the federal, state, county and municipal levels. BIG’s
mission is to enable all present and future Black employees in local, state, and federal
governments to have the ability to maximize their career opportunities and provide
a mechanism for inclusion, growth and advocacy. Founded in 1975, chapters include
the Departments of State and Homeland Security, the Coast Guard, and the National
Institutes of Health.
Congressional Black Caucus: Since its establishment in 1971, members of the Congressional Black Caucus have
joined together to empower America’s neglected citizens and to address their legislative
concerns.
The International Association of Black Actuaries: IABA is a professional and student member organization whose mission is to contribute
to an increase in the number of black actuaries and to influence the successful career
development, civic growth and achievement of black actuaries.
Healthcare
Association of Black Cardiologists: ABC is a nonprofit organization with an international membership of 2,500 health
professionals, lay members of the community (Community Health Advocates), corporate
members, and institutional members, dedicated to eliminating the disparities related
to cardiovascular disease in all people of color.
National Black Nurses Association (NBNA): Organized in 1971, NBNA represents over 150,000 African American registered nurses,
licensed vocational/practical nurses, nursing students and retired nurses from the
USA, Eastern Caribbean and Africa. Their mission is to represent and provide a forum
for black nurses to advocate for and implement strategies to ensure access to the
highest quality of healthcare for persons of color.
National Medical Association: The oldest and largest national professional organization for African American physicians.
A leading force for parity in medicine, it provides educational programs and conducts
outreach efforts.
National Association of Health Services Executives: NAHSE is a nonprofit association of black health care executives founded in 1968
for the purpose of promoting the advancement and development of black healthcare leaders,
and elevating the quality of healthcare services rendered to minority and underserved
communities.
National Black United Fund: NBUF makes a difference in the lives of people by investing in organizations that
impact children, families and communities. NBUF values self-help, economic opportunity,
positive community change and social justice.
National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice: The National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice is a multiethnic, nonpartisan,
nonprofit association of criminal justice professionals, students and community leaders
dedicated to improving the administration of justice. State and local chapters across
the U.S. with members that include law enforcement personnel, corrections officers,
court employees, social services workers, academics and clergy.
National Bar Association: An advocate for social justice since 1925, promotes professional development for
African Americans in the legal profession. More than 20,000 member lawyers, judges,
educators and law students.
National Black Law Students Association (NBLSA): The nation's largest student-run organization representing nearly 6,000 minority
law students from over 200 chapters and affiliates throughout the United States and
six other countries.
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE): Founded in 1976, this public service organization serves as the “conscience of law
enforcement.” NOBLE unifies black law enforcement officers to promote the value of
diversity at all levels throughout the criminal justice system.
Media
National Association of Black Journalists: The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists,
students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services
to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.
National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters: NABOB is the first and largest trade organization representing the interests of
African American owners of radio and television stations across the country.
Organization of Black Screenwriters: The goal of this nonprofit organization is to develop great writers. It desires
to empower members with intense training, hands-on experience, expansive resources
and extensive industry exposure. The OBS encourages freedom of expression via quality
writing and filmmaking, without compromising the image of people of color.
Psychology
The Association of Black Psychologists: Promotes the advancement of African Americans in the profession of psychology and
develops programs for black psychologists to solve problems of black communities and
other ethnic groups.
Women
Black Womyn’s Association (Stony Brook): BWA’s mission is to promote unity through events, both entertaining and educational,
with the endeavor of raising awareness of prevalent topics within the student body
and neighboring communities.
Black Women’s Leadership Council: The Black Women’s Leadership Council serves as a catalyst to advance professional
development and address issues unique to Black women in the workplace. The Black Women’s
Leadership Council forges partnerships with senior management that facilitate the
hiring, retention and development of Black women, and satisfy business needs.
The National Coalition for 100 Black Women: Nonprofit volunteer organization for American women. Its members address common
issues in their communities, families, and personal lives, promoting gender equality.
Ascend: Dedicated to enabling its members, business partners and the community to leverage
the leadership and global business potential of Pan-Asians. A lifelong organization
supporting the duration of our members’ careers – from undergraduate to executive
level.
Association of Asian American Bankers: Promotes friendship, cooperation, and common understanding among its members. AAAB
also provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and information on subjects of common
interest to its members.
ORIENTED: Global network of international professionals interested in Asian business and partnerships.
The Asian American Advertising Federation: 3AF is made up of Asian American advertising agency principals, media, advertisers
and strategic partners. Its mission is to grow the Asian American advertising and
marketing industry, raise public awareness of the importance of the Asian American
community, and further professionalism within the community.
The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE): TiE is a group of entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and senior professionals
with roots in the Indus region. TiE’s mission is to foster entrepreneurship globally
through mentoring, networking, and education. Dedicated to the virtuous cycle of wealth
creation and giving back to the community, TiE’s focus is on generating and nurturing
our next generation of entrepreneurs.
US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce: The oldest and largest national, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing
all Asian American and Asian American-related groups in business, sciences, the arts,
sports, education, public and community services.
Community Service
Apex for Youth: Founded in 1992, Apex for Youth seeks to empower Asian American youth to be well-rounded,
productive members of society by helping them build their self-confidence, explore
academic and career goals, develop a sense of community and service, and gain leadership
skills. Through one-on one mentoring relationships, educational programs, and social
services, Apex helps youth overcome the multiple challenges they face, enabling them
to cultivate valuable and meaningful relationships.
Engineering/Science
Asian American Architects and Engineers Association: The Asian American Architects and Engineers Association (AAa/e) is committed to
providing a platform for empowering professionals working in the built environment
in personal and professional growth, business development and networking, and leadership
in our community.
General
Asia Society: Asia Society is the leading educational organization dedicated to promoting mutual
understanding and strengthening partnerships among peoples, leaders and institutions
of Asia and the United States in a global context. Across the fields of arts, business,
culture, education, and policy, the Society provides insight, generates ideas, and
promotes collaboration to address present challenges and create a shared future.
Asian American Professional Association: The Asian American Professional Association (AAPA) seeks to inspire, develop, and
promote Asian American professionals to maximize their leadership potential.
National Association of Asian American Professionals: The largest and fastest growing Asian American professional organization in North
America, NAAAP provides its members with the tools and resources to further career
advancement and empower Asian Americans to become great leaders and reliable employees.
Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies: The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is a national
nonpartisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting Asian Pacific
American participation and representation at all levels of the political process,
from community service to elected office. APAICS programs focus on developing leadership,
building public policy knowledge, and filling the political pipeline for Asian Pacific
Americans to pursue public office at the local, state, and federal levels.
The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC): Members of Congress of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have a strong dedication
to promoting the well-being of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
Health
Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations: Organization promoting advocacy, collaboration and leadership to improve the health
status and access of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders within
the U.S. and its territories, primarily through member community health clinics.
American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin: AAPI is a forum to facilitate and enable Indian American physicians to excel in
patient care, teaching and research and to pursue their aspirations in professional
and community affairs.
Media
Asian American Journalists Association: Professional and educational organization encouraging Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders in the field of journalism. AAJA develops managers in the media industry
and promotes fair and accurate news coverage.
Asian American Writers’ Workshop: Established in 1991, AAWW is a national nonprofit arts organization devoted to the
creating, publishing, developing and disseminating of creative writing by Asian Americans.
The Center for Asian American Media (CAAM): Nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness
and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We
do this by funding, producing, distributing and exhibiting works in film, television
and digital media.
Leadership
Committee of 100: International, nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that brings a Chinese
American perspective to issues concerning Asian Americans and U.S.-China relations.
This organization draws upon the collective experience, knowledge and resources of
our members, Chinese Americans who have achieved prominence in a variety of fields
and work in partnership towards this mission.
Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics: National, nonprofit organization, LEAP works to meet its mission of achieving full
participation and equality for APIs through leadership, empowerment, and policy by
developing people and creating leaders in the community.
South Asian Americans Leading Together: South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) is a national, nonpartisan, nonprofit
organization that elevates the voices and perspectives of South Asian individuals
and organizations to build a more just and inclusive society in the United States.
Legal/Law Enforcement
Asian Americans Advancing Justice: The mission of Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC) is to advance civil and
human rights for Asian Americans and to build and promote a fair and equitable society
for all.
Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund: National organization that protects and promotes the civil rights of Asian Americans.
By combining litigation, advocacy, education, and organizing, AALDEF works with Asian
American communities across the country to secure human rights for all.
National Asian Pacific American Bar Association: National voice for the Asian Pacific American legal profession. NAPABA promotes
justice, equity and opportunity for Asian Pacific Americans, by fostering professional
development, legal scholarship, advocacy and community involvement.
Real Estate
Asian Real Estate Association of America: Nonprofit professional trade organization dedicated to promoting sustainable homeownership
opportunities in Asian American communities by creating a powerful national voice
for housing and real estate professionals that serve this dynamic market.
Technology
Asian American MultiTechnology Association: Founded in 1979, AAMA is Silicon Valley’s largest and most established nonprofit
organization dedicated to the Asia American high-tech community.
Women
Asian Women in Business: AWIB’s primary mission is assisting Asian women entrepreneurs. Over the years, AWIB
has expanded to address issues affecting Asian Americans on the corporate level, as
well as establishing a scholarship program for undergraduates who demonstrate strong
leadership. AWIB serves on various task forces and boards to promote the inclusion
of minority and women owned businesses.
Center for Asian Pacific American Women: Develops Asian Pacific women nationwide to achieve success and fulfillment in their
personal and professional lives, and to lead positive change in their workplaces and
communities.
Filipina Women's Network: FWN provides Filipina women with opportunities to share practical career and business
experiences.
Athletes
Full Time Job Search
NCAA Market: Job seekers can use a search engine organized by keyword and location to find jobs
in college athletics.
SportsCareerfinder: Job seekers can use a search engine organized by keyword, zip code, job title, and
company name to find jobs in college athletics, professional athletics, and fitness.
Networking Links/Professional Associations
Academics/Education
NACDA was founded in 1965 and is the largest association of collegiate athletics administrators.
The organization’s purpose is to serve as the professional association for those in
the field of athletics administration, providing educational opportunities and serving
as a vehicle for networking and the exchange of information to others in the profession.
The Athlete Network was founded by athletes with a mission to create an online community where they can
fuel their driven lifestyles. They provide access to employers that embrace the athlete
mindset in a method called trait-based hiring.
AthletesTouch is an organization of former college and professional athletes working together to
grow and succeed in the business world.
Business
The Sport Marketing Association is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to developing mutually beneficial
relationships between professionals, academics, and students around the world through
the creation, distribution, and implementation of sport marketing knowledge. This
is accomplished via networking, scholarly activities, and career opportunities.
The North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM) is actively involved in supporting and assisting professionals working in
the fields of sport, leisure, and recreation. Their purpose is to promote, stimulate,
and encourage study, research, scholarly writing, and professional development in
the area of sport management, both theoretical and applied aspects.
Engineering/Science
The International Sports Engineering Association is dedicated to promoting the field of sports engineering through information sharing
between members, the publication of the journal Sports Engineering, and the biannual
conferences.
The NCAA Sport Science Institute is committed to serving and educating student-athletes, aiming to provide college
athletes with the best environment for safety, excellence, and wellness through research,
education, best practices, and collaboration with member schools, national governing
bodies, key medical and youth sport organization, and the public and private sectors.
General
The NCAA was founded to keep college sports safe and promote safety, excellence, and physical
and mental well-being. They provide opportunities for student athletes to earn a college
degree and get a fair shot at life.
Govt' Policy/Policy
The Professional Association of Athlete Development Specialists (PAADS) is dedicated to helping organizations and individuals develop the whole person
in an athletic context. In addition, they strive to help an individual excel athletically
while ensuring they are prepared and capable of achieving success outside of sports.
Healthcare
The American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) is a non-profit sports medicine research and education foundation located
in St. Vincent’s Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. The mission of ASMI is to improve
the understanding, prevention, and treatment of sports-related injuries through research
and education.
The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) is an organization dedicated to sports medicine education, research, communication,
and fellowship, working closely with many other sports medicine specialists. This
includes athletic trainers, physical therapists, family physicians, and others to
improve the identification, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports injuries.
The Athlete Health Organization (AHO) is a non-profit, volunteer driven organization with a mission to provide free,
comprehensive health screenings and educational information to student athletes in
underserved areas, enabling them to participate in sports and preparing them for a
healthy life.
Human Services
The National College Players Association’s (NCPA) mission is to protect future, current, and former college athletes. NCPA accomplishes
this by establishing mandatory health and safety standards to minimize college athletes’
risk of serious injury and death, increase scholarship money to cover all costs, prevent
players from being stuck paying sports-related medical expenses, increase graduation
rates, protect educational opportunities for college athletes in good standing, and
many other causes.
Legal/Law Enforcement
The Sports Lawyers Association (SLA) is a non-profit, international, professional organization whose common goal
is the understanding, advancement, and ethical practice of sports law. SLA’s mission
is to provide educational opportunities and disseminate data and information regarding
specific areas of sports law, as well as providing a forum for lawyers representing
athletes, teams, leagues, conferences, etc involved in professional, collegiate, Olympic,
and amateur sports.
Media
The College Sports Information Directors of America (COSIDA) was founded in 1957 and is comprised of the sports public relations, media
relations, and communications/information professionals throughout all levels of collegiate
athletics in the United States and Canada. They are dedicated to assisting communications
and public relations professionals at all collegiate levels with professional development
and continuing education, in addition to playing a significant leadership and resource
role within the overall collegiate athletics enterprise.
The National Sports Media Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to developing educational opportunities for
those who are interested in pursuing a career in sports media through networking,
interning, mentoring, and scholarship programs.
Psychology
The American Board of Sport Psychologystrives to advance practice, education, and training standards in the field of applied
sport psychology and provide licensed psychologists and allied state certified/licensed
human services practitioners the opportunity to achieve education and training and
attain competencies and board certification in sport psychology.
Technology
The International Sports Technology Association (ISTA) is an organization devoted to promoting the adoption of technology within
recreational outdoors, amateur athletics, and elite professional sports. ISTA seeks
to continue education courses helping professionals communicate technical abilities
in sport, advocate for technology and address human-computer interaction, and create
membership networking opportunities to help professional careers meet corporate interests.
Women Leaders in College Sports is an organization dedicated to empowering, developing, assisting, celebrating, affirming,
involving, and honoring women working in college sports and beyond. Women Leaders
take a proactive role in advancing women into positions of influence and shaping the
landscape of women leaders.
The Association for Women in Sports Media works to promote and increase diversity in sports media through internship and scholarship
programs. They seek to serve as a positive advocate for women in sports media through
support services, networking and national visibility, to mentor and assist young women
entering into sports media, promoting fair portrayal of female professionals in sports
media, and encourage diverse, positive workplace environments and equal access to
opportunities.
Career Opportunities for Students with Disabilities: A consortium of universities, national employers, and government agencies focused
on the career employment of college graduates with disabilities. COSD provides training
modules and conducts a national conference each year related to employment of persons
with disabilities.
Federal Jobs Network: Describes hiring options, certifications and accommodations for students with disabilities
interested in pursuing careers in the federal government.
JobAccess and ABILITYJobs: Enables people with disabilities to enhance their professional lives by providing
a dedicated system for finding employment, including resume building, posting services,
online application, and more.
disABLEDperson, Inc.: Provides an online, targeted recruiting site that effectively connects proactive
employers with job seekers with disabilities.
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN): Free consulting service that provides information about job accommodations, the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the employability of people with disabilities.
The National Business and Disability Council (NBDC): The National Business & Disability Council (NBDC) at The Viscardi Center is an employer
membership organization and comprehensive resource for disability employment best
practices. It is the leading national resource on all issues related to the successful
mainstreaming of people with disabilities into the American workforce.
Our Ability: Includes a digital profile service created to promote future employment for people
with disabilities through work-to-hire programs, helping to recruit future employees
and implementing inclusion education for existing employees.
We Connect Now: Dedicated to uniting college students with disabilities in access to higher education
and employment issues.
Learning Disabilities Association of America: LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected
by learning disabilities and to reduce the incidence of learning disabilities in future
generations.
U.S. Business Leadership Network (USBLN): An organization of businesses dedicated to promoting the inclusion of people with
disabilities in the workforce. USBLN offers student mentoring, assists students with
disabilities in their job searches, and posts jobs at disability-friendly companies.
Autism Speaks: Organization for people and families living with autism.
Mobility International USA: This organization seeks to broaden the horizons and expand the professional development
of people with disabilities though international exchange programs.
Looking for a job or internship in your home country? GradConnection is a special
portal linking international students to opportunities in China, Korea, Japan, India,
Indonesia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Taiwan. You can apply directly
to employers seeking new talent to browse the listed jobs and internships as a way
of exploring the value of your education on the job market. Use your SBU NetID and
password to login! Click here to go to
Stony Brook University Grad Connection
DiversityInc Careers: This job search database caters to diverse students and posts jobs located all over
the world.
MyVisaJobs.com: A job database that caters to international students and specifies which paperwork
is needed for each job.
Uniworld: A website that allows you to find out which foreign companies are based in the United
States and which American companies are also based in other nations.
Institute of International Education (IIE): An organization that manages scholarships, hosts programs, and supports education
for international students around the world.
InterExchange: This organization hosts a variety of programs for students who wish to study or
work abroad.
InternationalStudent: This website has information on visas, loans, college admissions, and job searching
for international students.
InternationalStudentLoan: This website helps international students find loans and learn about how they can
fund their stays overseas.
iStudentCity.com: Offers helpful advice to international students studying in the U.S.
Note that at our Job and Internship Fairs, employers willing to hire international
students will have corresponding colored labels on their signs, making them easier
for you to find.
For additional information about work eligibility and type of employment, please see
the Office of Visa and Immigration Services
here.
Latinx-Americans
Full-Time Job Search
Hispanic Network Magazine: Valuable source to assist with multicultural hiring and supplier needs. Their goal
is to create an environment of teamwork in which Latin Americans and other minorities
have access to all applicable business and career opportunities. We are an information
source designed to bring promising, talented people together with potential employers
and customers throughout the business community.
HispanicSurf.com: Aims to connect everyone with everything Hispanic. HispanicSURF is an independent
directory listing of the best Hispanic/Latino websites on the internet. It is an excellent
resource for Spanish speakers looking to use their language skills in the workplace.
iHispano: Provides the Latino community with a trusted professional network, which pairs members
with employers who are serious about building a diverse workforce to meet the needs
of an increasingly diverse customer base.
The Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education Magazine: Search site which provides information about employment opportunities within the
higher education field as well as about institutions which grant the largest number
of degrees to Hispanic students.
Saludos.com: Specializes in joining the Hispanic bilingual professional with companies looking
for diversity in the workplace.
Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility: HACR's mission is to advance the inclusion of Hispanics in corporate America at
a level commensurate with our economic contributions. HACR focuses on four areas of
corporate responsibility and market reciprocity: Employment, Procurement, Philanthropy,
and Governance. In pursuit of its mission, HACR offers corporate America direct access
to the Hispanic community—its talent, entrepreneurs, and leadership—creating a forum
to ensure corporate responsibility and market reciprocity for the nation's Hispanic
population.
Latin Business Association: Established in 1976, LBA is one of the nation’s most active Latin business trade
associations on the basis of active membership and overall outreach to its member
business owners. The aim is to promote growth of Hispanic/Latino-owned companies through
business development, education and advocacy.
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs: NSHMBA is the premier Hispanic business organization dedicated to building and advancing
Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development.
U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Since its inception, the USHCC has worked towards bringing the issues and concerns
of the nation’s more than 3 million Hispanic-owned businesses to the forefront of
the national economic agenda.
Latinos in Science and Engineering: MAES is the foremost Latino organization for the development of STEM leaders in
the academic, executive, and technical communities.
Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science: SACNAS is a society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of Hispanic/Chicano
and Native American scientists—from college students to professionals—to attain advanced
degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in science.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers: SHPE changes lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential
and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development.
General
ASPIRA: The ASPIRA Association promotes the empowerment of the Puerto Rican and Latino community
by developing and nurturing the leadership, intellectual, and cultural potential of
its youth so that they may contribute their skills and dedication to the fullest development
of the Puerto Rican and Latino community everywhere. ASPIRA aims to empower the Puerto
Rican and Latino community through advocacy and the education and leadership development
of its youth.
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement: The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) is a national nonprofit organization
dedicated to the employment, development, and advancement of current and aspiring
Latino professionals.
National Hispanic Institute: NHI’s mission and purpose is to engage Latino youth in critical learning experiences
that further their capacities in self-inquiry and introspection. NHI provides Latino
young people with the structures and settings to envision themselves as future community
leaders. Dedication to personal excellence, a strong belief in family and culture,
and service to others are the core values and beliefs that drive the work of the Institute
and embrace its vision.
Government and Policy/Politics
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute: CHCI is the premier Hispanic nonprofit and nonpartisan leadership development organization
in the country, firmly rooted in the same three mission cornerstones laid by our founders:
Educate, Empower, and Connect.
League of United Latin American Citizens: LULAC is the largest and oldest Hispanic organization in the United States. The
mission of LULAC is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political
influence, housing, health and civil rights of the Hispanic population of the United
States.
National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives: The National Association of Hispanic Federal Executives (NAHFE) is an executive
leadership association aiding America in recruiting and developing Hispanic leaders
for the federal public service.
The National Council of La Raza: NCLR is the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in
the United States and works to improve opportunities for Hispanic Americans. To achieve
its mission, NCLR conducts applied research, policy analysis, and advocacy, providing
a Latino perspective in five key areas: assets/investments, civil rights/immigration,
education, employment and economic status, and health.
The National Institute for Latino Policy: NiLP is a nonpartisan center established in 1982 in New York City. NiLP provides
a unique approach and voice to the policy analysis and advocacy needs of the Latino
community in the United States.
Healthcare
National Association of Hispanic Nurses: NAHN is a nonprofit professional association committed to the promotion of the professionalism
and dedication of Hispanic nurses by providing equal access to educational, professional,
and economic opportunities for Hispanic nurses.
National Hispanic Medical Association: The mission of NHMA is to empower Hispanic physicians to lead efforts to improve
the health of Hispanic and other underserved populations in collaboration with the
state Hispanic medical societies, resident and medical student organizations, and
other public and private sector partners.
The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families (CHCF): Since 1982, CHCF has been dedicated to combining education and advocacy to expand
opportunities for children and families, and strengthen the voice of the Latino community.
Believing that the most effective way to support Latino families is by building upon
their existing strengths and fostering self-sufficiency, CHCF provides a number of
programs and services to the community through youth development programs and an Early
Care & Education Institute.
The National Association for Hispanic Elderly: Organization committed to achieving social change by focusing on the needs of low-income
minority and Hispanic older persons. In response to the needs of the low-income elderly,
the organization provides programs of employment and training, health, housing and
economic development.
Legal/Law Enforcement
Hispanic National Bar Association: A professional organization for Hispanic/Latino attorneys, judges, law professionals
and law students in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund: Founded in 1968, MALDEF is the nation’s leading Latino legal civil rights organization.
MALDEF promotes social change through advocacy, communications, community education,
and litigation in the areas of education, employment, immigrant rights, and political
access.
The Hispanic National Law Enforcement Association: Nonprofit organization of professionals involved in the administration of justice
and dedicated to the advancement of Hispanic (Latino) and minority interests within
the law enforcement profession.
Media
National Association of Hispanic Journalists: Founded in 1984, the national voice for Hispanics/Latinos working in television,
radio, print, new media and other media-related professions.
National Association of Hispanic Publications: NAHP was founded in 1982 to promote Spanish-language publications, the most effective
medium to reach the fast-growing Hispanic community. NAHP furthers the excellence,
recognition and usage of Hispanic publications.
100 Hispanic Women: A forum for Latinas, individuals and organizations who support Hispanas, to address
issues affecting our communities, influence public policy affecting Latinas and their
families, and to promote diversity.
MANA, A National Latina Organization: A national grassroots membership organization with chapters, individual members,
and affiliates across the United States. MANA’s mission is to empower Latinas through
leadership development, community service, and advocacy.
National Latina Business Women Association: NLBWA’s mission since 1998 has been to promote, develop, and support the rapid growth
of Latina business owners, professionals and their families. The purpose of NLBWA
is to create more representation, visibility, and business development, networking
and mentoring opportunities for Latinas and their families in the world of business
and at the executive level throughout the country.
The Hispanic Professional Women's Association: An organization that provides opportunities for professional and personal development,
nurturing relationships and giving back through mentoring and scholarships. HPWA's
mission is to enhance the image of professional Hispanic women by creating opportunities
to share knowledge and promote the value of higher education.
LGBTQ* Community
Full-Time Job Search Resources
Human Rights Campaign and Resources and Employer Database: HRC is an advocacy group of more than 1.5 million people supporting LGBTQ* Americans.
They seek to change policy and elect politicians who will help make their goal of
an LGBTQ*-friendly America a reality. Their website includes an employer database,
event information, and useful legal and political information.
LGBT Connect: This website allows you to apply for jobs and connect with employers who are seeking
LGBTQ* talent.
Out & Equal Workplace Advocates: This organization seeks to end employer discrimination against the LGBTQ* community.
You can search jobs and see LGBTQ*-friendly employers.
OUT for Work: Out for Work offers a lot of job search advice as well as a job board.
The Pipeline Project: People of color leadership, advancement & program development strategies for the
LGBT movement.
SimplyHired GLBT: The LGBTQ* branch of SimplyHired. Search for jobs through only LGBTQ*-friendly companies.
Transgender Job Bank: This is a job board specifically tailored to transgender job seekers. Search many
different categories for a job in your field.
Networking Links/Professional Associations
Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists (AGLP): This organization works to expand resources for gay and lesbian psychiatrists and
to encourage networking and success through social gatherings and seminars. It also
seeks to help medical students and residents in their professional development.
Campus Pride: Serves LGBT and ally student leaders and campus organizations in the areas of leadership
development, support programs and services to create safer, more inclusive LGBT-friendly
colleges and universities.
Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus: The mission of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus is to promote lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) equality. By serving as a resource for members of
Congress, the Caucus works toward the extension of equal rights, the repeal of discriminatory
laws, the elimination of hate-motivated violence, and the improved health and well-being
of all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals: Provides support to colleagues service lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities
in higher education, to critically transform higher education environments so that
lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, faculty, administrators, staff,
and alumni/ae have equity in every respect.
Gay & Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA): GLMA's mission is to ensure equality in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgender (LGBT) individuals and healthcare providers.
Lesbian and Gay Veterinary Medical Association (LGVMA): LGVMA’s goal is to promote inclusivity for professionals of all sexual orientations
and gender identities in the veterinary community. They also reach out to students.
National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA): Organization of journalists, media professionals, educators and students working
from within the news industry to foster fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ* issues.
National LGBT Bar Association: The National LGBT Bar Association is a national association of lawyers, judges and
other legal professionals, law students, activists and affiliated lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender legal organizations. The LGBT Bar promotes justice in and through
the legal profession for the LGBT community in all its diversity.
OutProfessionals: Lists LGBTQ*-related networking events for professionals. There are also a job board
and articles of interest.
Pride at Work: Nonprofit organization that organizes mutual support between the organized labor
movement and the LGBT community for social and economic justice.
The National Consortium of Directors of LGBT Resources in Higher Education: This organization seeks to create an environment in which LGBTQ* professionals in
higher education are equal and valued members of the higher education community, and
to support the establishment of LGBTQ* centers on campuses. The website also includes
a database for higher education jobs.
Transworkplace: Network on transgender workplace diversity for HR managers, diversity professionals,
lawyers, transgender employees, and allies.
AISES Career Center: Job listings, resume database, and other career resources from the American Indian
Science and Engineering Society.
Native American Jobs.com: Site created to help Native Americans find job and career opportunities.
NativeJobs: Provides a nationwide job bank of professional and technical vacancies for Native
American Indian jobseekers. Uses a Tribal Employment Newsletter to create a job board
bringing employers and Native Americans together.
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development: NCAIED is the largest national Indian-specific business organization in the nation.
They take their motto, “Putting Indian Country to Work” to heart and are actively
engaged in helping Tribal Nations and Native business people realize their entrepreneurial
goals.
American Indian Business Leaders: AIBL is dedicated to empowering business students in the United States. Programs
are designed to engage students in activities that stimulate, enhance, and expand
educational experiences beyond traditional academic methods. All students are encouraged
to participate in AIBL regardless of race, academic major, or career objectives.
National Native American Chamber of Commerce: The mission of the National Native American Chamber of Commerce is to establish
a Native American organization to support, enrich, educate and promote the Native
American community. We are committed to education, business development, understanding
and the general well-being of Native Americans.
The Native American Finance Officers Association: Builds the financial strength of tribal governments and their enterprises by providing
educational forums and resources, and by instilling finance and accounting best practices.
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES): The mission of AISES is to substantially increase the representation of American
Indians and Alaskan Natives in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies
and careers.
Indian Country Today: News site and informative resource on all things related to the Native American
community.
Government and Policy/Politics
Society of American Indian Government Employees: An association "formed to promote recruitment, hiring, retention, development and
advancement of American Indians in the Government workforce," SAIGE provides a forum
on the issues, challenges, and opportunities of Native Americans in the government
workforce and fosters a professional network among Native American government employees.
SAIGE is proud to host an annual National Training Program focused on professional
development and leadership. As part of this program, SAIGE offers special training
sessions for veterans, youth, and a Federal Indian Law Course.
The National Caucus of Native American State Legislators: NCNASL works to promote a better understanding of state-tribal issues among policymakers
and the public at large. Members hope to encourage a broad awareness of state-tribal
issues across the country and raise the profile of tribal issues throughout the state
legislative arena.
The National Congress of American Indians: Founded in 1944, NCAI is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian
and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests of tribal governments and
communities.
Native American Rights Fund: Founded in 1970, NARF is the oldest and largest nonprofit law firm dedicated to
asserting and defending the rights of Indian tribes, organizations, and individuals
nationwide.
Health and Human Service
The Association of American Indian Physicians: Founded in 1971, AAIP’s primary goal is to improve the health of American Indian
and Alaska Natives. Its mission today is: “to pursue excellence in Native American
health care by promoting education in the medical disciplines, honoring traditional
healing principles and restoring the balance of mind, body, and spirit.”
First Nations Development Institute: Their mission is to strengthen American Indian economies to support healthy Native
communities by investing in and creating innovative institutions and models that strengthen
asset control and support economic development for American Indian people and their
communities. First Nations Development Institute improves economic conditions for
Native Americans through technical assistance and training, advocacy and policy, and
direct financial grants in five key areas: Financial and Investor Education, Combating
Predatory Lending, Native American Business and Asset Development, Strengthening Native
American Nonprofits, Native Foods and Health.
The Association on American Indian Affairs: Creates programs that focus on youth/education (scholarships, child welfare, summer
camps), health (diabetes education and prevention), cultural preservation (sacred
lands protection, Native language preservation) and the empowerment of tribal communities
(federal acknowledgment, funding for tribal programs).
National Native American Law Enforcement Association: The mission of the NNALEA is to promote and foster mutual cooperation between American
Indian Law Enforcement Officers/Agents/Personnel, their agencies, tribes, private
industry and public.
Media and the Arts
Native American Journalists Association: The Native American Journalists Association serves and empowers Native journalists
through programs and actions designed to enrich journalism and promote Native cultures.
The Redhawk Native American Arts Council: Nonprofit organization founded and maintained by Native American artists and educators
residing in the New York City area. Since 1994, the Council is dedicated to educating
the general public about Native American heritage through song, dance, theater, works
of art and other cultural forms of expression. The council represents artists from
North, South, Central American, Caribbean and Polynesian Indigenous cultures.
Veterans
SBU's Career Center supports military veterans through alumni contacts, career counseling,
job & internship fairs, and experiential education opportunities. Veterans can use
Handshake to find jobs. Handshake is a good source to explore civilian positions requiring skill
sets from military service. Veterans may also use Handshake to find internships related
to their academic majors.
Using keywords like "military friendly" or "veterans" will pinpoint employers and
jobs seeking former service members.
Additional key resources for networking, mentoring, and employment for veterans
American Corporate Partners (ACP) will connect you with a mentor and networking opportunities
to meet business professionals from a variety of industries @ACPUSA
Barracks to Business workshops and events connect veterans with employment options at Northwell Health.
Veterans may search for positions at Northwell Health by military job code. (Find
these workshops under Events on Handshake!)
Military Friendly provides a list of employers and veteran-related educational resources.
SBU’s Veterans Affairs Office also maintains a roster of employment assistance organizations and certifies educational
benefits for veterans.
Women’s Sports Foundation: Founded in 1974, the Women’s Sports Foundation is dedicated to advancing the lives
of girls and women through sports and physical activity.
Business
Advertising Women of New York: Founded in 1912, AWNY’s mission is to empower women in the advertising industry
to achieve personal and professional fulfillment at each stage of their careers. Membership
ranges from senior level executives to those just beginning their careers.
American Business Women’s Association: ABWA’s mission is to bring together business women of diverse occupations and to
provide opportunities to grow personally and professionally through leadership, education,
networking support and national recognition.
Catalyst: Catalyst is the leading research and advisory organization working with businesses
and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women
at work.
The Financial Women’s Association: FWA brings together high-achieving professionals from every sector of the financial
world. The organization is dedicated to developing future leaders, enhancing the role
of women in finance, and investing in the community.
Goldman Sachs Women’s Leadership Camp and MBA Women’s Summit: Events aimed at female undergraduate students and MBA students, respectively, to
help them practice networking skills, build their professional development, and meet
women employees in the company.
National Association for Female Executives: One of the country’s largest associations for women professionals and business owners,
it provides resources through education, networking, and public advocacy, in order
to empower its members to achieve both career and personal success.
General
American Association of University Women (AAUW): An organization that seeks to empower women to break through economic and educational
barriers and thrive in school, in the workplace, and in the global community.
National Organization for Women: NOW is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States, with
hundreds of thousands of contributing members and more than 500 local and campus affiliates
in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Zonta International: Founded in 1919, Zonta International is a global organization of executives and
professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service
and advocacy.
9to5: One of the largest, most respected national membership organizations of working
women in the U.S., dedicated to putting working women’s issues on the public agenda.
Government & Law
League of Women Voters: LWV is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active
participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy
issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP): WIPP is a bipartisan organization that educates and advocates on behalf of women
and minorities in business.
Healthcare
American Medical Women’s Association: AMWA is dedicated to advancing women in medicine and improving women’s health. Membership
is comprised of physicians, residents, medical students, and healthcare professionals.
Human Services
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs: GFWC is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement
by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
Girls Inc.: Inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold through life-changing programs
and experiences that help girls navigate gender, economic, and social barriers.
NY Women in Communications: An organization that empowers women in the communications industry through resources,
workshops, and events.
The Association for Women in Communications (AWC): AWC’s mission is to spread awareness of the achievements of women across various
communications disciplines and advance women’s prominence in these areas.
Webgrrls International: This organization advocates for women in new media and technology. Network with
professionals, search for jobs, and look through their resources.
Science, Mathematics, and Technology
Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology: The Anita Borg Institute strives to increase the impact women have on technology
and encourage their entrance into the technology industry.
Association for Women Geoscientists (AWG): AWG seeks to encourage the participation of women in geosciences, enhance women’s
growth in the field, and provide a community for networking between professionals
and students.
Association for Women in Science (AWIS): An organization that fights for women’s equality in the science fields and promotes
science as a career option for women.
Digital Sisters: An organization dedicated to promoting equality in the technological fields for
women of color.
Expanding Your Horizons Network: This organization’s primary goal is to increase the participation, retention, and
advancement of girls and women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Society of Women Engineers (SWE): SWE supports women in the STEM fields and advocates women’s education in those areas.
Their website includes a job search function, scholarship information, networking
events and conferences, and more.
The Ada Project (TAP): This website provides resources to women in computing and includes links to many
different professional women’s organizations.
Women in Engineering ProActive Network (WEPAN): WEPAN seeks to spread an education in engineering to women and increase women’s
activity in the engineering field. The organization’s dream is to achieve 50/50 participation
by men and women in engineering.
Women in Global Science and Technology (WISAT): Women in Global Science and Technology is a nonprofit organization that promotes
science, technology, and innovation to encourage women and men to participate actively
in national knowledge societies.
Women in Technology International (WITI): WITI's mission is to empower women worldwide to achieve unimagined possibilities
and transformations through technology, leadership, and economic prosperity.