If you’re a college student or recent graduate who is job hunting, you NEED to save this post.
I did a poll on here asking Gen Z students on an internship/entry-level job search, what is their biggest pain point on this journey:
50% of 100+ voters said “IDK where to find internships”
🤑 HERE ARE 10 #jobboards and websites where Gen Z can find #internships, #campusambassador programs, and #entrylevel roles:
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WayUp
The creators of #nationalinternday and one of the biggest advocates for paying your interns. They’re known for their annual Top 100 Interns and Internship Programs List!
Handshake
If you’re in college/university right now, you’ve most likely heard about them through your university career center.
Jopwell
They’re the leading career advancement platform for Black, Latinx, and Native American professionals with opportunities at Fortune 500+, FAANG companies, and more.
Generation Hired
Created by Her Campus Media, they share early career opportunities and send career advice to your inbox and through virtual events
Gyrl Wonder Inc
This non-profit aimed at providing professional development, access and opportunities, and more to young women of color, post early career roles weekly on their LinkedIn and Instagram!
Wasserman Next Gen
Previously known as Riddle & Bloom, WSG offers a variety of paid campus ambassador programs with your favorite brands including Amazon Prime, adidas, (HBO) HBO Max, J.Crew, and more.
Paragon One (now known as Extern)
If you don’t have the time for an internship, consider #externships! Paragon One’s externships are remote, paid, short-term work based experiences. Some of their partners include PwC, Pfizer, Beats by Dre, AT&T, and more.
Gen Z VCs
The go-to destination for Gen Zers looking for job opportunities in Tech & Venture Capital
HBCU 20×20 | The Application
They offer various paid #fellowships and early career opportunities for students of color, especially those at HBCUs.
These platforms, created with Gen Z in mind, are specifically curated to showcase internships, campus rep roles, and entry-level jobs based on your career interests across ALL industries/fields (yes, I’m looking at you STEM, Pre-Law, Fine Arts, peeps). No ONE is left out!
There is literally something for EVERYONE.
🔍 Getting started is as easy as:
– Signing up for a free account on their website
– Completing your profile and sharing what you’re looking for, uploading a resume, etc
– Get matched with 100s of jobs that are based on your career interests
BONUS: Following them on social media for MORE content
These job boards connect students with opportunities at MAANG, Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and more.
