Come to the Spring 2025 Career Fair at Rutgers University-Newark!

The Spring 2025 Career Fair is for all Rutgers-Newark students and alumni looking to connect with recruiters from companies, organizations, graduate schools, and professional schools.

No matter your class year or major, this career fair is for you. The event will …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
Read more

Can You Get FMLA for Anxiety? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Missing work for an injury, a contagious illness, or a minor surgery is usually a no-brainer—most people agree that following your doctor’s advice and taking time off is the right call. But what about mental health issues? Can you get …

Read more

5 Signs You May Need to Take Mental Health Leave

The question of whether to take a mental health leave from work is very complex, and the particulars can vary from person to person. We recently spoke about the different types of mental health leave that are available to you, …

Read more

How to Ask for ADHD Accommodations at Work

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of adults worldwide, including a significant portion of the workforce. In the U.S., approximately 15.5 million adults (6%) had a current ADHD diagnosis based on self-report in 2023. Its hallmark …

Read more

How to Tell If a Company Truly Values Diversity and Inclusion (or Is Just All Talk)

Employers talk a lot about diversity and inclusion. In fact, you'll be hard-pressed to find a company that doesn't say they're diverse and inclusive. Companies make these claims on their web sites, in job descriptions, and at career fairs. But how …

Read more

Ace Your Job Interview: Tips for Neurodivergent Candidates

For most people, a job interview can feel like an audition, but for neurodivergent candidates, it can bring additional unique challenges—like interpreting social cues, maintaining eye contact, or responding to vague questions on the spot. With the right preparation and …

Read more

15 of the Best Jobs for People with ADHD (Plus Job Search Tips)

You’ve probably been told that Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can make work challenging—difficulty staying focused, restlessness during long tasks, or struggling with rigid routines. But what if those same traits could lead you to a career where you thrive?

ADHD typically …

Read more

Should neurodiverse students hide that from potential employers when job hunting?

For neurodiverse students entering the job market, the transition from education to employment can be both exciting and challenging. Neurodiversity encompasses a range of cognitive differences, including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other conditions that may affect how individuals think, process …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
Read more

Should students with disabilities hide those from potential employers when job hunting?

For students with disabilities, entering the job market can present unique challenges and opportunities. In addition to demonstrating their qualifications, skills, and experience, they may need to navigate decisions about disclosing their disability to potential employers. The question of whether …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
Read more

When employers say they want to hire diverse students, what do they mean?

Diversity in higher education encompasses a broad range of identities and backgrounds, including:

BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color): This term recognizes and emphasizes the unique experiences of black and indigenous communities in the context of broader racial and …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
Read more

What I’ve Learned First-Hand About Getting Ahead at Work With a Speech Impediment

“Did you forget your name?” someone asked me at a networking event for marketing professionals a few years ago after it took me almost a minute to say it.

“No, I stutter,” I politely replied.

“Oh my gosh. I’m so …

Read more