Career Resources
Ohio State is supportive of the career development of LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff. From LGBTQ+ career search assistance for students preparing for their post-grad lives to diversity and inclusion initiatives for faculty, staff and alumni, we strive to make resources available that will help every Buckeye find success.
Career Resources at Ohio State
The following resources are available here at Ohio State to assist students, faculty, staff, and alumni:
LGBTQ+ Resources
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Employment opportunities at the Student Life Center for Belonging and Social Change
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Engineering Career Service resources for LGBTQ+ students preparing for their job search
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Nondiscrimination Policy and resources from Ohio State's Office of Institutional Equity (OIE)
Buckeye Careers
Buckeye Careers is a university-wide initiative designed to support students throughout their professional development.
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Handshake, an intuitive, easy-to-use job search system to help students find part-time jobs, internships, co-ops, and full-time career opportunities
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Buckeye OnPACE features a series of online career development modules and other resources to assist students in managing their career.
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Parker Dewey helps students and recent graduates find paid, short-term projects in order to generate income while demonstrating capabilities and gaining practical experience
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Versatile PhD is a resource for members of the graduate community at Ohio State who are interested in exploring non-academic career options
Buckeye Careers also provides a directory of colleges and departments that have their own Career Services Offices.
External Resources
The following resources are available to help members of the LGBTQ+ community navigate job searches and the workplace.
Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
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Corporate Equality Index – a national benchmarking tool on corporate policies, practices, and benefits pertinent to LGBTQ employees.
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State Equality Index – a comprehensive state-by-state report that provides a review of statewide laws and policies that affect LGBTQ people and their families
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Coming Out at Work guide
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Transitioning in the Workplace – A Guide for Trans Employees
Additional Resources
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Out At Work: A Tool Kit for Workplace Equality for Lambda Legal
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Out & Equal Workplace Advocates – helps LGBTQ people thrive and supports organizations creating a culture of belonging for all
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Finding Companies That Are LGBTQ+ Friendly from Affordable Colleges Online
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Resources for LGBTQ Professionals in Tech from Master’s in Data Science