6 IRL Networking Tips for Introverts

The country is reopening, with more and more in-person events being held each day. This means that in-real-life networking will soon return. While this might be a welcome development to some, to others, including many introverts, this might be daunting. …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Student Success Story: Mary Keating

My experience with the Urban Fellows Program has been a great one! I was encouraged to seek more information by Elaine, the Founder/Executive Director of TLT- Tomorrow’s Leaders Today, and I’m so glad I did! Brookelyn with Urban Fellows was …
By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Jasmine Oyewumi

I really enjoyed spending my spring semester taking on this internship experience. I am very appreciative of Urban Fellows for allowing me to get this great opportunity. For the most part, my internship consisted of being online and utilizing zoom. …

By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Catherine Landeros

First of all, I would like to say a huge THANK YOU. Mrs. Brookelyn was a tremendous help, making certain we knew what was expected and answering our questions to the best of her ability. As for my internship, I joined …
By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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What Can Career Connections Do For You? 

Dear Career Consultant…

What are the benefits of utilizing Career Connections?  –A curious student

Dear curious student…

Glad you asked! We can help you with many aspects of your career development journey. Here are a few!

Not sure where you …

By Bryana Ortiz
Bryana Ortiz Career Consultant, Houston Campus
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Student Success Story: Anahi Figueroa

First, I would like to “Thank you” for giving me this opportunity. I have been out of college for over 10 years. The main reason for not attending college was due to the finances. I am very grateful that TWU offers …
By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Adaeze Ahanotu

My experience with the City of Austin Human Resources Department was a phenomenal opportunity. The task of recruiting an applicant for the right job is specific and persistent. I was able to use office apps to input applicants’ strongest suites …

By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Imma Lugtu

My experience with Lone Star Parity Project was fascinating because I learned how women in our communities aspire to make positive changes and impact in our communities. From my experience with speaking with women of different backgrounds, anyone can see …

By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Anushka Mukund

During my internship with the Houston Food Bank I became a part of their Apple Corps program, which is a dedicated group of volunteers that work in various roles at the food bank. I chose to complete my internship at …

By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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Student Success Story: Tara Jackson

My experience with Fred Moore Day Nursery Preschool began when I took one of my Child Development courses here at TWU and I learned about how with several of those courses, I would need between 15-75 hours of observing 2-9 years …
By Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed
Brookelyn Bush, M.Ed Associate Director, Employer Relations
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