Page header image
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Career Resources
DVC Career Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports all students in their academic and professional journeys. This page includes career resources and advice for specific identities and communities.
We realize these resources may not include all identities and we are always interested in learning more. If you know of a helpful career resource, please contact us at careertransfer@dvc.edu to suggest an addition.
Students, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your unique career journey. Connect with us on live chat or make an appointment with Career Services today!
LGBTQIA+ Resources
- Corporate Equity Index
- A tool from the Human Rights Campaign that rates which companies are creating a inclusive environment for employees who identify themselves within the LGBTQIA community
- National Center for Lesbian Rights
- Advocacy and resources for LGBTQ people in the workplace
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Describes protections afforded for LGBTQIA people under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- National Center for Transgender Equality
- Know your employment rights and legal facts for transgender people in the workplace
- Pride At Work
- A nonprofit organization representing LGBTQ union members and their allies
Undocumented and DACA Resources
- Immigrants Rising
- This organization provides resources in how independent contracting can be seen as a way of employment. In addition, it also discusses resources for those who want to become entrepreneurs.
- Life After College
- This document talks about different options for students' post-grad life. One of those options is discussing career and internship opportunities. Topics include mock interviews, applying for additional support for unpaid internships, networking, etc.
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
- This website discusses employment for those that were born outside of the United States. It breaks down the different employment opportunities that one can consider.
- National Immigration Law Center - Worker Rights
- This page covers rights that all people have in terms of worker rights, and there is also a specific Q&A for DACA and Employment.
- Professional Organizations
Veterans Resources
- My Next Move for Veterans
- A career and job exploration website dedicated to the specific needs of veterans.
- Career One Stop Veteran and Military Transition Center
- A website that will allow veterans to match their military experience to civilian jobs, learn about skills, careers, wages, and get help as they transition from military to civilian life.
- EBenefits for Veterans
- This site is the result of a collaboration between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DOD). We serve Veterans, Service members, Wounded Warriors, their family members, and their authorized caregivers.
- USAJOBS
- USAJOBS connects job seekers with federal employment opportunities across the United States and around the world. As the Federal Government’s official employment site, USAJOBS helps the right people find the right jobs.
- Feds Hire Vets
- Feds Hire Vets is your single site for Federal employment information for Veterans, transitioning military service members, their families, and Federal hiring officials.
- Resume resources
- How to write a civilian resume
- Building a federal resume (via Military One Source)
- What should I include in my federal resume? (via USAJOBS)
Women's Resources
- InHerSight
- A platform with a database and reviews of companies for how well they support women
- US Department of Labor Women's Bureau
- The Women's Bureau develops policies and standards and conducts inquiries to safeguard the interests of working women; to advocate for their equality and economic security for themselves and their families; and to promote quality work environments.
- National Council of Negro Women
- The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) mission is to lead, empower and advocate for women of African descent, their families and communities
- National Women's Law Center
- The National Women’s Law Center fights for gender justice—in the courts, in public policy, and in our society—working across the issues that are central to the lives of women and girls.
- Society of Women Engineers
- The Society of Women Engineers is the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology.
Resources for Disabled Students
- Job Accomodation Network (JAN)
- The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues. JAN resources are also available in Spanish.
- Lime Connect
- Lime Connect represents the largest network of high-potential university students and professionals - including veterans - who happen to have disabilities in the world. The program offers scholarships, internships, and career connections.
- Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP)
- The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private-sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs.
- abilityJOBS
- An employment site where organizations are seeking to hire people with disabilities