When I was 13 years old, I went to science camp. One day, I sat and listened as a scientist described what global warming was going to do to the planet—rising ocean levels, mass extinctions, devastation of populations around the …
The United States federal government is the world’s second-largest employer with 2.1 million civilian employees. For payroll and other human resource purposes, most fall under the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
Working for the U.S. federal government, especially early in …
by Chronicle of Higher Education
Alicia Gangone thinks a lot about her relatives.
The 31-year-old master’s-degree student studying criminal justice at Wichita State University, in Kansas, says relatives can be family, friends, community members, or even the plants and animals …
What do first-gen professionals have in common? The unique challenge of navigating the workplace with less knowledge, tools & social capital than their peers who grow up with family members & connections in these professions. This article talks about other …
Every major change in the world impacts the labor market, and climate change is no exception. As environmental crises escalate and new challenges emerge—like meeting the 2030 emission reduction target—companies are pushed to invest in sustainable practices. To navigate …
Many students, recent graduates, and others early in their careers are thrilled when they receive even one job offer when they’re searching for a new part-time, seasonal, internship, or entry-level job. But some of those quickly find themselves to have …
In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, the governance and ethical deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) are critical concerns for enterprises worldwide. Leondra Gonzalez, Senior Data & Applied Scientist at Microsoft, brings a wealth of experience in navigating these complex issues.
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I’ve been told I fit a lot of the stereotypes of Gen Z in the workplace. I love my work-life balance and enjoy completely logging off when I finish my daily tasks. Like many other Gen Zers, I don’t value …
You’ve got a new job in a company you love and would like to be part of in the long run. But you don’t know how to negotiate for equity with your new boss. You might worry that they wouldn’t …
In an era marked by pressing environmental concerns, it’s more important than ever to find ways to contribute to a sustainable future. One way to do so is to choose one the many exciting, challenging, and fast-growing ESG-related career paths …
KPMG, one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms, has taken their investment in new hires and candidates to a whole new level. This investment is seen in the form of their sprawling KPMG Lakehouse campus in Orlando, Florida where new …
Equity, negotiation, counter-offers, wage gaps, cost-of-living … the list goes on! Considering the breadth of topics and frequently asked questions that fall within the “salaries” category, it seems like it’s always a good time to discuss compensation.
And here at …
