Student Edition Issue #156

Connecting underrepresented students in tech with career opportunities

Author

Naya Moss
June 09, 2024

Hi! Welcome to Diversify Tech's Early Talent Edition! This newsletter is for underrepresented students in tech. Every Sunday, we share jobs, events, and other career opportunities

In this week's edition,
💼 The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory is looking for interns
⭐️ Our spotlight this week is on Sasha Costanza-Chock
⛺️ Rails Camp West is offering scholarships

JOBS

Jobs found around the web

These companies have not been vetted. Please make sure to do your own research!

Mid-Senior level roles

If you have a few years of experience already under your belt, our Professional edition will be most relevant to you! We send it every Tuesday. Join our Professional Edition.

SPOTLIGHT

Meet Sasha Costanza-Chock, a researcher, designer, and activist deeply invested in community-driven projects, and making technology more equitable and just for all. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Northeastern University's College of Arts, Media, & Design, and the Head of Research & Sensemaking at OneProject.org, Sasha is a force in the realm of design justice.

Sasha Costanza-Chock, a nonbinary trans femme and design justice advocate, reimagines how design processes can more inclusively serve marginalized communities. Their book, "Design Justice: Community-Led Practices to Build the Worlds We Need" along with their role in the Design Justice Network, champions the integration of community perspectives to combat systemic oppression. By fostering inclusive design practices, Sasha empowers communities to shape tools and systems that reflect diverse experiences and needs.

For a deeper dive into their transformative work and to explore more about their work, visit Sasha's website, Design Justice Community, and subscribe to the Design Justice Network newsletter.

EVENTS

RESOURCES

⛺️ Rails Camp West, an outdoorsy un-conference series focused on connecting developers worldwide, is offering 4 tickets to Diversify Tech members. Apply for a scholarship to attend the camp in Cascade, Idaho from August 27th-30th! Deadline is June 22nd.

📊 Top 5 LinkedIn Profile Tips for 2024 backed by data

🏗️ How to Put A Side Project on Your Resume by Tori Brenneison

📋 The JavaScript Interview Prep Handbook – Essential Topics to Know + Code Examples

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