If you are one of the first to attend college in your family, you have reason to be proud. Now that you are here, we want to make sure you can make the most of your experience at UW. Our coaches at the Career and Internship Center are versed in helping orient you towards the many resources and opportunities available to you as a Husky, especially when it comes to out of classroom experiences like research, internships, campus groups and events, and experiential learning. Your path to college is filled with experiences that have given you marketable skills. We want to help you articulate those experiences in a way that can help you find work that matches up to your unique skills and interests. If you want to get started, schedule an appointment with one of our coaches, come to a drop-in, or attend one of our many events.
Did you know that most entrepreneurs are scared? They are scared of failing. They are scared of losing customers. They are scared that their friends were right — this was a ridiculous idea. And as intriguing as this may sound, some …
In this episode of The First Gen Coach Podcast, host, Carla Sanatamaria, interviews her dear friend and first-gen tech worker Janzel Manalansan. Janzel is an early 30’s Filipino-American eldest daughter of immigrants who has leveraged her network and transferable skills …
Rest is a vital, revolutionary act for Latinas, women of color, and children of immigrants. In this episode, I explain why you might be resistant to rest and how you can start a rest and self-care practice that will actually …
This episode is a replay of a powerful livestream focused on growing your career after hard times. I emphasize the importance of feeling your feelings, giving yourself credit for everything you’ve accomplished, and choosing one area of your career where …
This episode will completely transform the way you apply to jobs. Yes, I go over what to include in your resume. But your resume alone is NOT what’s gonna drive more job interviews. It’s about being strategic to what type …
