Diversity and Equity Information

We are committed to serving all students of many different identities. In promotion of equity here at El Camino College, we have compiled an ongoing list of specialized career resources for students from various populations.

Career One Stop

CareerOneStop: Provides resources on career, training and job search, as well as resources for military and veterans, workers with a criminal conviction, older workers, workers with disabilities, business, and more!

 

ECC Special Resource Center (SRC)

Special Resource Center 

The purpose of this program is to assist students with disabilities to perform on an equal basis with non-disabled students in an integrated campus setting.

Ability Jobs AbilityJOBS
This website is dedicated to the employment of people with disabilities from entry level candidates to PhD.
Ability Links AbilityLinks
This website connects self-identified applicants with disabilities to a network of employers that value disability inclusion.
 jan Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
Per the resource
"The leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues."
department of rehab

California Department of Rehabilitation

 

employment with a disability resource guide
By Joseph Flanagan, a resource guide to navigating employment with a disability
CLICK HERE TO BE DIRECTED TO THE GUIDE
 Resources for the Visually Impaired
  1. California Agencies serving the Blind and Visually Impaired
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  3. What Kinds of Jobs do People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired Do?
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  5. CAREER OPTIONS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED (LOW VISION & BLIND)
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Formerly Incarcerated Re-Entry Students Thriving (FIRST)

 
Innocence Project The Innocence Project
The mission of the Innocence Project is to free the staggering number of innocent people who remain incarcerated and bring reform to the system responsible for their unjust imprisonment.
coalition for engage deducation.png Coalition for Engaged Education
The Coalition for Engaged Education is a nonprofit organization that stands for the right of our most vulnerable youth to realize their full potential through relationships that treat them with dignity and respect.
70 Million Jobs 70 Million Jobs Database
This organization helps individuals with a criminal record through the entire process of getting a job - from finding misdemeanor- and felony-friendly jobs, to building a resume and submitting applications, to getting hired.

 

El Camino College Student Health Services

Refer here for virtual wellness workshops, college wellness resources, helpful health apps, psychological services, medical services, and referral to off-campus resources for mental health and medical resources.

211 LA 211 LA
A hub for community members and community organizations looking for resources in health, human, and social services in Los Angeles County.

 

The Muse - Anti-Racism at Work

https://www.themuse.com/advice/anti-racism-at-work

 

ECC AB 540 and Undocumented Student Resources

AB 540 and Undocumented Student Resources

If you are a student who identifies as undocumented and are pursuing a college education, this page can help you understand how to access and request financial aid at El Camino College, locate scholarships, university grants and outside resources. Dream on!

Immigrants Rising Immigrants Rising 
The mission of Immigrants Rising is to empower undocumented young people to achieve educational and career goals through personal, institutional and policy transformation.
After College Life After College
A guide for undocumented student resources through Immigrants Rising 

the dream us

DREAMers in the Workforce: What You Should Know As a DACAmented Job Seeker:

Video:

 Disclosing (or not) your Status during Job Interviews

TheDream.US grads Sadhana and My Ford give two perspectives on why they choose to disclose and not disclose their status, as well as basic tips on how to navigate the interview process with DACA or TPS.

Video:

  1. MALDEF: Your rights as an employee with DACA (Video)
Andrea Senteno of MALDEF explains your rights as you seek employment with work authorization as part of DACA.

ECC Veterans Services

El Camino College's Veterans Services provides assistance to veterans and eligible dependents in planning educational programs and maintaining compliance with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regulations. It is important that VA beneficiaries notify the Veterans Services Program of any changes in enrollment. 
Career One Stop Veterans Employment ToolkitThis resource provides websites to help veterans with their resumes, cover letters, job applications and to obtain employment.
Career One Stop JobHero
This guide recommends pages from trusted organizations and will connect you to all kinds of information, advice, tools, and programs that offer real-world help.
American Legion The American Legion
The American Legion helps veterans find employers who understand their skills and values.
USAJobs
USA Jobs page dedicated veterans website

 

Idealist Idealist
Jobs specializing in women, family, human rights and civil liberties.
Feminist Jobs Feminist Jobs
The board provides women with a space to find jobs that progress the status of women or encompass their passion for social justice.