Pathways. Resources.
First Briefcase connects students and early-career talent to internships, campus jobs, career pathways, and partner-powered resources — all in one place, free for Opportunity Post members.
Three pillars. One early-career platform.
Jobs & Internships
Curated student jobs, campus roles, internships, and early-career positions — across all sectors, updated continuously.
Career Pathways
Structured career paths, employer programs, and mentorship opportunities that build real skills and open real doors.
Partner Resources
College planning, scholarships, certifications, and training programs — sourced through our mission-aligned partner network.
find your path.
We're here to help you on this journey. Take the First Briefcase Career Assessment — just 4 quick questions that guide you to the right opportunities, resources, and pathways built for exactly where you are right now.
If you're starting out, this is for you.
Students & Interns
Part-time jobs, on-campus roles, and internships that fit your schedule and build your resume. No experience required to start.
Career Starters
Entry-level roles, training pathways, and first-move resources for grads launching their professional journey — at any age.
Early Movers
Opportunity-focused resources and partner pathways for students and recent grads ready to move fast into the workforce.
Four steps. Zero friction.
Join Free
Create your free Opportunity Post account and unlock First Briefcase access in seconds. No credit card. No commitment.
Share Your Goals
Tell us your interests, skills, and career direction so we can surface what matters to you — and only what matters to you.
Discover Opportunities
Browse jobs, internships, college pathways, and partner resources — curated to your profile and updated every week.
Move Toward Outcomes
Take action, build experience, and reach your career and education goals with real support from real partners.
Built through a network of employers, colleges, and mission-aligned partners.
Employer Partners
Companies offering internships, mentorship, early hiring pipelines, and career development pathways for first-time talent.
College & Training Partners
Degree pathways, admissions support, certifications, and skills programs to build credentials that matter to employers.
Member Resource Support
Personalized tools, guides, and one-on-one guidance from our partner success and member support teams.
Guides and tools to move with confidence.
Internship Success Guide
How to find, apply for, and succeed in internships that open real career doors. Step-by-step for first-timers.
Student & University Brief
Hiring trends, in-demand roles, and the sectors actively recruiting student talent right now.
Career Planning Toolkit
Worksheets, frameworks, and practical tools to build a career plan that actually works — even if you're starting from zero.
StudentSignal helps students explore colleges, scholarships, and next-step education pathways — while First Briefcase connects them to jobs, internships, and early-career opportunities.
Together, we cover the full picture: where you're going and how you'll get there.partner platform