CCPA Remote Services & Resources

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CCPA Appointments

• Career and Pre-Law Advising: Schedule a virtual meeting with a career advisor via Handshake. 
• Pre-health advising: Let jdomsky [at] haverford.edu (Jodi Domsky) know your mode of meeting preference (Zoom, Skype of phone) and she will make arrangements directly with you.

Quick Questions

Contact hc-ccpa [at] haverford.edu (subject: Quick%20Question) , put “Quick Question” in the Subject Line, and we will get back to you within one business day, M-F.

Specific Inquiries in the following areas:

• CCPA College Funded Internships: Contact jbarr [at] haverford.edu (Jennifer Barr) 
• Pre-law: Contact jbarr [at] haverford.edu (Jennifer Barr)
• Pre-health: Contact jdomsky [at] haverford.edu (Jodi Domsky)
• Fellowships (except the Watson): Contact jchan2 [at] haverford.edu (Jason Chan)
• Watson Fellowships: Contact afeifer [at] haverford.edu (Amy Feifer)

Events & Programs

Many of our events are now virtual! Find details and our full events list in Handshake. 

Haverford Connect

Use Haverford Connect, our professional networking platform to connect with alumni who have volunteered to help and who are interested in providing information and advice about their field, or city of interest, resume advice, interviewing tips, and many other help topics. Please remember that the alumni are also experiencing changes so be flexible to their timetable and schedules.

• Use Single Sign On to access the system.
• To connect with alumni, select “Let’s Connect” and send a message through the system.
• Using the platform, arrange video chats with interested alumni.

Tips for reaching out and the How to’s of informational interviews.

Finding Opportunities During COVID-19

Databases for Remote Work, Internship, & Volunteer Opportunities:

• Handshake: To find remote work opportunities type “remote” in the job title, employers or keyword search bar under the Jobs tab How to get a job on Handshake (FAQ)
  • Also, see 500 Companies Hiring Students on Handshake Right Now
• Idealist: Hundreds of remote job listings worldwide (just click on “Remote” under locations) with organizations and nonprofits that are committed to making a positive difference in the world
• Parker Dewey: Explore multiple paid short assignments, ranging from 5-40 hours of work, with organizations across a variety of industries. You decide which opportunities seem most interesting based on assignment details, deadlines and pay. Start looking by creating a free account!
• Indeed.com: Type “remote” in the location search bar
• Remote.co: Flex/remote/work from home post grad, freelance, and part-time positions
• JustRemote.co: Contract and perm, full-time and part-time, some not requiring college degree
• Catchafire.org: Search volunteer projects worldwide where you can contribute and gain substantial skills
• 100 Telecommute Jobs: Job board listings of work-from-home opportunities

Articles and Resources on Remote Work:

• Remote Work Dictionary: Learn about "remote work jargon." Also provides online courses teaching individuals and companies how to work remotely (for a fee). 
• Remote Writer Jobs: Writing jobs per project, free access, can get more advanced access with registration.  Companies pay to post job openings; includes discussion forums
• 25+ Best Sites for Finding Remote Work Online in 2020: Written by Skillscrush, an online tech school, this article gives a summary of Remote Job sites,  paid and unpaid
• The 18 Best Remote Job Boards in 2020: Written by Career Sidekick, an online career/job search site, this article highlights Remote Job sites, paid and unpaid
• 20 Fully Remote Companies That Thrive on Virtual Work, Hiring Now: Flexjobs article on fully remote companies
• Remote Work Hub: Centralized site for finding online learning, online resources, and job postings
• Remote Work Competency Model: Created by Workplaceless, explains types and development of remote work
• Remote Workers on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Group offering discussions, resources and references to postings
• National Telecommuting Institute: Leaders in placing Americans with Disabilities in Jobs 

Resources For COVID-19 & Your Career

Access these popular and diverse resources depending on your interests.

• Campus Philly’s Comprehensive Resource Guide for College Students during COVID-19
  Their list includes help transitioning to a virtual learning experience, resources for first-generation students, career resources, advice on staying active, and more. 
• Crowdsourced List of Hiring Freezes
  Visit this constantly evolving list of companies that are freezing hires and retracting offers. The list also includes companies that are experiencing a hiring surge! 
• GoinGlobal
  GoinGlobal and USA Careers provide job search resources for cities and countries worldwide. Their H1B Plus guide helps international students identify employers sponsoring employment in the US. Access this through our subscriptions page by logging in with single sign on. 
• LinkedIn Learning
  Enhance your skills with expert-led online video tutorials. Browse courses from beginner to advanced within business, technology, and creativity! Log in or activate your account via the link hav.to/learn.
• Management Consulted (Available until August 31, 2020)
  Management Consulted's platform provides recruiting, interview prep, and skill-building help with interactive courses on topics like:
  • Developing an effective resume and cover letter (with templates)
  • Networking - including how to write an effective cold networking email that will get opened
  • Interviewing - with example videos
  • Excel and PowerPoint training
  • Specific case interview help (drills and 500 practice cases)
• PrepLounge
  PrepLounge is an interactive case preparation tool which includes a library of 60+ cases, mental math, brain teaser and stress questions, project simulations and quizzes. Students can also watch tutorials to learn about management consulting, cracking the case, frameworks and PowerPoint for consultants. Access here and register with your Haverford email address. Verify your email to activate your premium membership
• Recession Proof Jobs
  Given current events, many students are wondering if any companies besides grocery stores and delivery services are hiring. Management Consulted has compiled a list of companies in professional services who are still hiring despite coronavirus. 
• Vault
  Explore careers through in-depth overviews, including “insider” data on industries, employers and internships. Access this through our subscriptions page by logging in with single sign on.  
• Wall Street Prep
  Wall Street Prep Student Passport offers a comprehensive library of courses relevant for students pursuing business and finance related roles. Because CCPA has a limited number of student access licenses, you need to have an interest in finance as a career and will commit to using this resource. Apply for access to Wall Street Prep Student Passport®

Remember, the CCPA is here to help!

• Schedule an appointment with a career advisor via Handshake.
• If you need application materials reviewed, please complete this form

If you have any other questions, please email hc-ccpa [at] haverford.edu.