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    Mentoring Network

    URISA

    Get involved with the URISA Mentoring Network to foster relationships with GIS professionals and enhance your professional growth.
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    American Association of Geographers

    AAG

    Become a member of AAG to get access to a complete mentor list, attend regional conferences, and get exclusive resources on career growth.
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    Ethnically Diverse Geospatial Engagement

    EDGE

    Join EDGE to share enthusiasm for geospatial exploration and social impact. Discover a wealth of resources and collaborative opportunities.
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    Young Professionals Working Group (YPWG)

    USGIF

    YPWG is centered around developing activities and projects for young professionals in geospatial careers.
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    Women in GIS

    WiGIS

    Women in GIS (WiGIS) is an inclusive group of women and allies who share resources, support, and geospatial career opportunities.
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    From mentee to mentor

    Community Blog

    First-generation college student Jocelyn Torres received valuable guidance from her mentors. It motivated her to pay it forward.
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    Career advice from a successful geographer

    Community Blog

    Dr. Joseph Kerski provides 10 pieces of career advice to help you navigate the GIS field.
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    How professional societies can boost your career

    Community Blog

    From networking to personal growth opportunities, becoming a member of a professional society can benefit your career in countless ways.
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    Navigating Esri's Student Programs

    Community Blog

    Esri offers two student programs—discover which one suits you best.
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    Reflecting on my Esri internship

    Community Blog

    Alyssa Lougee details what it’s like to be an Esri intern and how it led to a full-time employment opportunity.
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    Podcast: GIS user experience design

    Community Blog

    Esri user experience (UX) designer Justine Leach talks about her journey from working in education to becoming a UX designer.
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    Student solves UCI Lost and Found Issue with GIS

    Community Blog

    This student created a web app solution to serve the UC Irvine community by creating a GIS based solution to lost items found on campus.
  • John Nelson onstage at a conference wearing a blue shirt and black vest with a vintage map background

    Memoirs from John Nelson: My Bad Interview

    Community Blog

    John Nelson, a cartographer and user experience designer at Esri, shares an experience many are familiar with–a bad interview.
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    How to make a career-ready resume

    Community Blog

    Discover how to stand out to recruiters with these three essential tips.
  • An Esri YPN member badge on a blue and pink color-washed background

    What an Esri YPN member badge says about you

    Industry Blog

    Stand out to employers by sporting your YPN member badge and swag. Show you're proactive and committed to growing your network and community.
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    You've got an interview. Here’s what happens next

    Blog

    Learn how to showcase your best self during an interview process. Zak Etem explains how to get into the right mindset and avoid self-doubt.
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    Trending ArcGIS topics and free training resources

    Community Blog

    ArcGIS technology is constantly evolving. Discover new topics and features and explore free learning resources.
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    Esri YPN Chapters Coming to a Region Near You

    Industry Blog

    Esri YPN announces seven new regional chapters across the United States. YPN Ambassadors will host quarterly in-person meetups for each chapter.
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    Career advancement options for young professionals

    Community Blog

    Whether you are new to the GIS field or not, there are many opportunities to advance and expand your skill set in the workforce.
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    Build your résumé using ArcGIS StoryMaps

    Community Blog

    ArcGIS StoryMaps isn't just for making interactive maps. Use it to communicate your accomplishments to stand out to potential employers.
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