Finding Your First Internship as a First-Gen Student

This article is a step-by-step guide for first-generation college students on how to land and succeed in their first internship by building networks, using resources like LinkedIn and Handshake, and reframing existing experiences as valuable skills. It emphasizes being proactive, …

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Preparing for My First Summer After My First Year @ Amherst

Litzy Castaneda ’28 shares about what they did to prepare for their first summer after their first year of college.

Written by Litzy Castaneda ’28

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Should first-generation students hide from the potential employers that they’re the first in their families to attend college?

First-generation college students often wonder whether they should disclose their background during the job search. This article explores the pros and cons of sharing that you’re the first in your family to attend college, from showcasing resilience and overcoming challenges …

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Resources

A reception for first generation and/or low-income students coordinated by QuestBridge, First Generation Association, and the Office of Campus Diversity …

This session welcomes families of first generation students to the Amherst community and to celebrate this momentous occasion. There will …

As part of Amherst College’s commitment to diversity, the Office of Admission hosts Access to Amherst (A2A) for one weekend …

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