Communities
Resources for Student Groups
Click on different tabs to see career related resources for LBCC student groups listed below.
Asian Pacific Islander Desi (APID)
The Asian American Advertising Federation is made up of
Asian-American advertising principals, media, advertisers and
strategic partners. Its mission is to grow the Asian-American
advertising and marketing industry, raise public awareness of the
Asian-American community and further professionalism within the
industry.
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AAAESC provides a platform for empowering professionals working
in the built environment in personal and professional growth,
business development and networking, and leadership in the Asian
American community.
The Asian American Journalists Association is a nonprofit
professional and educational organization with more than 2,300
members. AAJA serves Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders by
encouraging young people to consider journalism as a career,
developing managers in the media industry and promoting fair and
accurate news coverage.
The Asian Pacific American Medical Students Association is a
national organization that aims to address issues important to
Asian-American students studying medicine.
The National Asian Pacific American Bar Association monitors
legislative developments and judicial appointments, promotes
Asian/Pacific American (APA) political leadership, advocates for
equal opportunity in education and in the workplace, works to
eliminate violence against APAs and builds coalitions on these
issues and others within the legal profession and the community
at-large.
The National Association of Asian American Professionals is a
nonprofit, all-volunteer organization whose mission is to promote
the personal and professional development of the Asian-American
community.
NetIP North America鈥檚 mission is to serve as a voice for the
South Asian Diaspora and to provide a vehicle for South Asian
professionals to enhance the communities in which they work and
live. Areas of focus for the organization include economic growth
and security, cultural awareness and preservation, family needs
and education and learning.
The Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) was founded
in November 2007 to help Asian heritage scientific and
engineering professionals achieve their full potential.
Organizations existed for other affinity groups 鈥� The National
Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Hispanic Professional
Engineers, and the Society of Women Engineers 鈥� and there was a
need for a similar organization where students representing all
of the pan Asian cultures could connect and support each
other.
The South Asian Bar Association of North America (SABA) seeks to
strengthen the rapidly growing South Asian legal community with a
recognized and trusted forum for professional growth
and advancement, and promotes the civil rights and
access to justice for the South Asian community.
Black & African American
BCWN is a national organization dedicated to fostering the
professional development of African-American women by
providing career tools, resources, and a strong network to help
you strategically manage your career, navigate the workplace, and
thrive professionally.
Jopwell is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx,
and Native American students and professionals. We assist
companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and
retention efforts at scale.
The National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization
dedicated to economic empowerment in order to elevate the
standard of living in historically under-served urban
communities. They connect job seekers with employers who
understand their mission and the importance of diversity and
inclusion in the workplace.
The National Association of Black Social Workers advocates for
social change, justice, and human development of African people
here in the United States and throughout the world. It advocates
for social change, justice and human development of African
people here in the United States and throughout the world.
Their affiliate chapters reflect seasoned practitioners and
students of African ancestry who continue the struggle for
justice and freedom.
OBD is a national professional organization of interior,
industrial, architectural, fashion and graphic designers
dedicated to promoting the visibility, empowerment, education and
interaction of its membership and the understanding and value
that diverse design perspectives contribute to world culture and
commerce.
The Black Perspective Online aims to spread awareness of issues
and opportunities concerning
the African-American community through news and by
connecting them with employers who foster affirmative action and
equal opportunity as part of their corporate policies.
The National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. is dedicated
to bridging the opportunity gap for black accounting and finance
professionals by providing leadership and technical training, as
well as networking and career opportunities.
The mission of the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) is to
lead in the creation of educational, wealth building, and growth
opportunities for those historically underrepresented throughout
their careers as students, entrepreneurs and professionals.
BIG has been a national response to the need for African
Americans in public service to organize around issues of mutual
concern and use their collective strength to confront workplace
and community issues.
The National Bar Association is the nation鈥檚 oldest and largest
national network of
predominantly African-American attorneys and judges. It
represents the interests of approximately 65,000 lawyers, judges,
law professors, and law students.
The National Conference of Black Lawyers鈥� mission is to serve as
the legal arm of the movement for Black Liberation, to protect
human rights, to achieve self-determination of Africa and African
Communities in the Diaspora and to work in coalition to assist in
ending oppression of all peoples.
NBNA鈥檚 mission is to provide a forum for collective action by
African American nurses 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.
NSBE supports and promotes the aspirations of collegiate and
pre-collegiate students and technical professionals in
engineering and technology. NSBE offers its members leadership
training, professional development activities, mentoring, career
placement services, community service opportunities and
more.
Formerly Incarcerated
Has information on who hires individuals with a conviction, how
to answer questions about their conviction, etc.
CEO鈥檚 mission is to 鈥減rovide immediate, effective, and
comprehensive employment services exclusively to individuals who
have recently returned home from incarceration.鈥�
Resource for individuals seeking jobs in LA (also applies to SF)
who may have an offer rescinded after learning of criminal
record
National Helping Individuals with criminal records Re-enter
through Employment (H.I.R.E) Network
A non-profit organization dedicated to equipping formerly
incarcerated individuals with the tools and resources to find
employment and successfully re-enter the workforce. Includes
directories for free interview clothes and free or low-cost
tattoo removal
A handbook with information and resources in specific areas
where individuals may have questions related to their reentry and
rebuilding.
International Students
Founded by immigrants in 2006. Serves as an information portal
and online community for visa job hunters around the world.
Indian job search portal
Created by the International Student Services Committee to
provide resources for international students
Blogs from area experts to share ideas and tips for students in
job search process
Latinx
Jopwell is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx,
and Native American students and professionals. We assist
companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and
retention efforts at scale.
The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement is a national
non-profit dedicated to the employment, development, and
advancement of current and aspiring Latino professionals. With a
network of over 52,000 members across the country, HACE works
with employers to remain competitive in an increasingly dynamic
economy by helping them attract, develop, and retain Latino and
diverse professionals.
SHPE is a national organization whose primary function is to
cultivate the potential of the Hispanic community through
technology, engineering, math, and
science. SHPE fulfills their mission by increasing
educational opportunities, promoting professional and personal
growth, and reinforcing their reputation as a vital
Hispanic organization.
The Association of Latino Professional For America,
ALPFA, is a student organization open to all majors and ethnic
backgrounds. We are recognized nationally as an organization to
empower and develop leaders in every sector of the economy.
has hosted annual career and professional development conferences, connecting thousands of Hispanics to graduate programs, subject matter experts, corporations, and each other. Prospanica has given over $8 million in scholarships for graduate education.
The targets top Hispanics in high school and college and conducts creative leadership training to develop students鈥� self-marketing, networking, college planning and organizational development skills.
(LBA): The LBA is committed to the success of its members, partners and supporters by providing high-quality events, innovative programs and services, and useful and tangible resources that enhance business growth.
(NHMA) : The mission of the National Hispanic Medical Association is to improve the health of Hispanics and other underserved populations. As a rapidly growing national resource based in the nation鈥檚 capital, NHMA provides policymakers and health care providers with expert information and support in strengthening health service delivery to Hispanic communities across the nation. This organization represents 36,000 licensed Hispanic physicians in the United States.
(CHCI) : The mission of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute is to develop the next generation of Hispanic leaders. Its vision is an educated and civically active Hispanic community that participates at the local, state and federal policy decision-making levels. CHCI seeks to accomplish its mission by offering educational and leadership development programs, services and activities that promote the growth of participants as effective professionals and strong leaders. In the spirit of building coalitions, CHCI seeks to establish partnerships with other Hispanic and non-Hispanic organizations.
(NAHJ) : The National Association of Hispanic Journalists is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. The association strives to organize and provide mutual support for Hispanics involved in the gathering or dissemination of news, encourage and support the study and practice of journalism and communications by Hispanics, foster and promote the fair treatment of Hispanics by the media, further the employment and career development of Hispanics in the media and foster a greater understanding of Hispanic media professionals鈥� special cultural identity, interests and concerns.
(HNBA) : The Hispanic National Bar Association is the incorporated, nonprofit, national association of Hispanic attorneys, judges, law professors and law students committed to promoting the goals and objectives of the association. The HNBA has been the principal force behind the increased representation of Hispanics in all sectors of the legal profession, and has served as the legal voice for Hispanics for more than 20 years.
(HACR) : The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) strives to ensure that participation of the Hispanic community in corporate America is commensurate with Hispanic purchasing power. Responsible corporations endeavor to include Hispanics in employment, procurement, philanthropy and corporate governance.
LGBTQ+
: Source for scholarships, grants, and financial aid opportunities for LGBTQ+ college students.
is the national benchmarking tool on corporate policies and practices pertinent to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer employees.
: This blog is for those who are interested in issues of LGBTQ diversity and anti-discrimination. Posts discuss resources, news, and issues of importance for workplace professionals.
: Members of the NACE Community shared a list of resources that they find helpful and valuable in working with LGBT college students, job candidates, and employees.
Provides 4 different conferences per year to help students from the LGBTQ community thrive. (Engineering, Tech, Business, & Marketing)
(SF/Bay Area): Launched in 2007 as TEEI (Transgender Economic Empowerment Initiative), the Trans Employment Program is the first city-funded program to help transgender and GNC people get back to work and address the economic barriers facing the community. Since the program started, it has connected community members with thousands of jobs in diverse, equal, and rewarding workplaces.
鈥� Employment Resources for the LGBTQ Community. Materializes their beliefs by aggregating the LGBT friendly job postings of progressive employers into a one stop shop for our visitors.
: Highlights guidelines for a business that includes 鈥済ender identity鈥� in its non-discrimination policy should be prepared to manage a gender transition
Middle Eastern
: A website created to be a career finding resource for the ummah in the West
Native American & Indigenous
is a career advancement platform for Black, Latinx, and Native American students and professionals. We assist companies with their diversity recruitment, marketing, and retention efforts at scale.
(AIBL): American Indigenous Business Leaders is a nonprofit organization designed to support and promote the education and development of future Native American leaders, while maintaining and incorporating cultural values.
(AISES): Founded in 1977, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, First Nations and other indigenous peoples of North America in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies and careers. AISES has awarded over $11 million in academic scholarships to American Indian STEM students.
: The Native American Journalists Association serves and empowers Native American journalists through programs and actions designed to enrich journalism and promote Native cultures.
(NNABA): The National Native American Bar Association serves as the national association for Native American attorneys, judges, law professors and law students. Founded in 1973 as the American Indian Lawyers Association, NNABA works to promote issues important to the Native American community and works to improve professional opportunities for Native American lawyers.
: Women Empowering Women for Indigenous Nations (WEWIN) exists to provide Native women with the knowledge, support, and resources necessary to achieve success in their personal and professional lives. The WEWIN Annual Conference is an opportunity for Native women to engage in professional renewal, inspire others and network.
Students with Disabilities
: Rochester Institute of Technology has information regarding disclosing a disability at various stages of the application process.
(Access to opportunities): Creating generative AI to build an accessible world for individuals with disabilities.
The (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace.
is a national employment and social networking portal that uniquely connects job seekers with disabilities with employers committed to hiring them.
is a global not for profit 501(c)(3) organization that鈥檚 rebranding disability through achievement. We do that by attracting, preparing, and connecting high potential university students and professionals 鈥� including veterans 鈥� who happen to have all types of disabilities for scholarships, internships, The Lime Connect Fellowship Program, The Lime Connect Foundations Program and full time careers with our corporate partners 鈥� the world鈥檚 leading corporations.
Undocumented Students
Internship/Employment Resources
: 鈥漌e empower undocumented young people to achieve educational and career goals through personal, institutional and policy transformation.鈥�
Programs and Helpful Information
(video): Undocumented people without DACA or TPS can have a career and earn a living. This webinar is designed specifically for campus staff and faculty who want to understand and explore the career, income and funding options open to undocumented students and alumni who may not have work authorization.
: Features up to date scholarships for undocumented students and deadlines to apply
: Informally co-founded by three undocumented youth in the San Francisco Bay Area, Pre-Health Dreamers was formed out of the need for answers in their personal pursuits of higher education at the graduate and medical levels. Angel, Denisse, and New have paved their own paths throughout college and have leveraged each person鈥檚 expertise in skillful advocacy, networking, and community-building to build a community, resource, and forum. The varied but unique backgrounds and perspectives of each individual contribute to the ambitious mission of Pre-Health Dreamers.
: Our mission at My Undocumented Life is to provide up-to-date information and resources to undocumented students, their families, and allies (including educators, counselors, and administrators). We post scholarship opportunities that are open to undocumented students, strategies for navigating the educational system while undocumented, information on how to apply for DACA, key upcoming immigration-related events, news on immigration policies, and much more. Most importantly, we want to provide a sense of community to our diverse group of readers.
: When you鈥檙e undocumented, you face a lot of discrimination, and that creates a lot of fear. At United We Dream, we transform that fear into finding your voice. We empower people to develop their leadership, their organizing skills, and to develop our own campaigns to fight for justice and dignity for immigrants and all people. This is achieved through immigrant youth-led campaigns at the local, state, and federal level.
Veterans
: Translating military experience
: Our mission is to address the most pressing needs of veterans in finding and keeping jobs.
: List of the top 100 veteran-friendly employers, compiled by Victory Media and updated annually.
: US Department of Labor鈥檚 program that awards employers who are committed to hiring veterans. You can view the list of awardees by geographic location.
Women
: List of organizations to help connect professional women with mentors and sponsors.
: Resources and expert advice to help brush up on skills, regain confidence, and better understand today鈥檚 workforce to prep for getting hired.
: National Career Development organization dedicated to fostering the professional growth of African-American women. Access to workshops, events, career tools & resources, coaching/mentorship, and a networking community.
community that allows access to a vibrant network of women in almost every country, connecting over shared experiences, building each other up, and cheering each other on.