DACA/Undocumented – Career Advising & Professional Development | MIT https://capd.mit.edu Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:01:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 February Career Exploration Events https://capd.mit.edu/blog/2026/02/09/february-career-exploration-events/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:01:13 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?p=344875 Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance—it’s also a great excuse to invest a little love in your future. 💘 This February, CAPD’s Career Exploration events are here to help you explore new paths, meet inspiring professionals, and spark ideas that might just turn into long-term commitments. Whether you’re curious about studying abroad, unconventional career routes, or hands-on industry insights, consider this your sign to swipe right on what’s next.

Thu, Feb 12 | 2:00 PM
Fulbright Virtual Information Session (Virtual)

Wed, Feb 18 | 1:30 PM
Careers in Patent Law for PhDs & Postdocs
In-person, E19-202 (Ford Building)

Mon, Feb 23 | 12:00 PM
Physician Lunch & Learn with Dr. Lucy Shen
In-person, Rogers Building (7)

Mon, Feb 23 | 5:00 PM
Legal Career Options for STEM Students
In-person, Maclaurin Buildings (4)

Tue, Feb 24 | 6:00 PM
Infinite Careers: Francesca DeMeo — Research Scientist at MIT & CEO of NoStove, Inc.
In-person, location TBD

*not on flyer

Wed, Feb 25 | 1:00 PM
Explore Fulbright: Turkey (Türkiye)
In-person, Rogers Building (7)

Fri, Feb 27 | 10:00 AM
How to Succeed in Your Squiggly Career
In-person, Maclaurin Buildings (10)

Fri, Feb 27 | 2:00 PM
Coffee Chats with Alpha AI Engineering (For 1st & 2nd Years)
In-person

]]> 344875 Techqueria https://capd.mit.edu/resources/techqueria/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 23:02:15 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=241803 The Techqueria is a nonprofit serving the largest global community of Latiné professionals in tech. Some of the helpful resources include a slack community channel and job board.

]]> 241803 Services for International Students in Boston https://capd.mit.edu/resources/services-for-international-students-in-boston/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:05:49 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=145406 The City of Boston can help you transition into your new home and make your stay here as enjoyable as possible. Whether you’re looking for information about the neighborhood where you will be staying, the services the City has to offer, or how you can connect with Bostonians from your country, these reources will help you navigate Boston.

(Note: some of these services may only be available to MIT students and trainees who have a Boston mailing address.)

]]> 145406 PRE-HEALTH DREAMERS https://capd.mit.edu/organizations/pre-health-dreamers/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 18:25:20 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=organization&p=27958 Informally co-founded in 2012, by three undocumented youth in the San Francisco Bay Area, Pre-Health Dreamers was formed out of the need for answers in their personal pursuits of higher education at the graduate and medical levels.

]]> 27958 My Undocumented Life https://capd.mit.edu/organizations/my-undocumented-life/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 18:21:57 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=organization&p=27954 The mission of My Undocumented Life is to provide up-to-date information and resources to undocumented students, their families, and allies (including educators, counselors, and administrators).

]]> 27954 Making money regardless of immigration status https://capd.mit.edu/resources/making-money-regardless-of-immigration-status-2/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 17:30:44 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=27953 Immigrants Rising provides resources and recommendations to generate income through entrepreneurship and freelancing.

]]> 27953 Office of Academic Community, Empowerment, and Success (OACES) https://capd.mit.edu/resources/oases/ Mon, 16 Aug 2021 22:36:36 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=14170 The mission of OACES, building on the pioneering legacy of the OME, is to champion the success of students who have faced challenges on their paths to and through MIT. This may include, but is not limited to, students who are first-generation, low-income, transfer, underrepresented, and/or underserved.

]]> 14170 Life After College: A Guide for Undocumented Students https://capd.mit.edu/resources/life-after-college-a-guide-for-undocumented-students/ Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:31:06 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=13306 While initially it may seem as though undocumented students have limited options upon graduating from college, this guide is intended to shed light on the possibilities that do exist. The guide has been written to be as inclusive and comprehensive as possible by including personal narratives, student testimonials and advice from experts. It is the author’s desire that undocumented students and allies read through this guide and walk away feeling encouraged and unafraid of the next step.

]]> 13306 Fee Waivers for the LSAT & Credential Assembly https://capd.mit.edu/resources/fee-waivers-for-the-lsat-credential-assembly/ Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:23:20 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=13303 LSAC’s Fee Waiver program is designed for prospective U.S. and Canadian law students who are financially under-resourced, with the goal of increasing equity and access to legal education.

To increase the number of fee waiver applicants we can assist, the LSAC Fee Waiver Program recognizes different levels of financial need. We have developed a two-tiered benefit system to assist applicants of varying economic circumstances in receiving Fee Waiver benefits.

]]> 13303 Dream Bar Association https://capd.mit.edu/resources/dream-bar-association/ Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:00:15 +0000 https://capd.mit.edu/?post_type=resource&p=13300 The DREAM Bar Association (“DBA”) is a non-profit legal organization that extends membership to undocumented pre-law students, current law students, practitioners and paralegals. Led by undocumented law students and practitioners, the DBA’s purpose is to provide a network for undocumented immigrants who are interested in pursuing a career in law, are pursuing a career in law or are practicing in this field. This support networks seeks to provide a forum where its members can answer question related to the legal field, and work cooperatively on other issues affecting undocumented immigrant people.

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