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were to look at the psychology professor jobs available, nearly 90% of them require previous teaching experience (Larson et al., 2015). Confused? Perplexed? How could you not be? Welcome to the psychology professor enigma of the modern world. Unfortunately, this is not where the extricable issues stop. Not only are psychology professor jobs extremely difficult to procure, but psychology tenure track professor jobs make up the smallest percentage of psychology professor jobs available (Boyson, 2020). This means that applicants are usually forced to apply and accept adjunct positions, which often pay significantly less, require more hours, and offer much less job security (Boyson, 2020). Although this may seem bleak, that does not mean that becoming a psychology professor is impossible as a new psychology PhD graduate. It all comes down to not only how you sell yourself, but also acquiring related and insightful experience. When it comes to selling oneself, skills, and achievements, it is important to refer to the basics. These basics include making sure the formatting of one's CV is streamlined, that there are no grammatical or spelling errors, and that the information included is pitched in a relative manner for the position. These may seem like insignificant details in the grand scheme of things, and indeed you would be right, however, research has shown that employers spend less than 10 seconds reviewing CVs and resumes before they are either kept or discarded (Hughes, 2020). Resumes and CVs can be quickly and easily rejected for details as small as a weird email address or spelling mistakes, so be intentional and mindful about these seemingly unimportant factors. When it comes to selling yourself, this is a more unique aspect and varies depending on what the job is asking for. This is a great time to discuss the importance of volunteer work and other professional/academic skills that can be used to validate your qualifications for the position, regardless of past teaching experience. Volunteer experience can also be used to sell your unique contributions as a viable candidate. This piece would be remiss if it did not acknowledge that engaging in volunteer work related to future careers while trying to balance the role of full-time PhD student is extremely challenging. To describe then adding full-time work on top of this combination as "difficult" would be generous. It is here where we must also acknowledge the unfortunate truth that PhD programs in general, as well as the success that comes afterward, are heavily based in privilege. This puts individuals who are marginalized by macro- and micro-societal systems at a significantly greater disadvantage for not only attending and completing PhD programs, but also for attaining lucrative PhD-related jobs after graduation (Tate et al., 2014). This is an injustice that needs to be faced and conquered on more than just the individual level. However, the fight for equality has produced some successful results. More and more research needs surrounding marginalized communities are being requested, as well as teaching positions based in racial justice and LGBTQ+ studies. For individuals who are marginalized by society and are applying to such positions, it is encouraged that individuals include a diversity statement in their CV. A diversity statement is usually a one-page or less portion of a CV that details one's involvement and work for diverse and inclusive action (Reyes, 2018). This could also include how one's marginalized identity has shaped them into the professional they are, their work produced thus far as a result, and how these factors make them an invaluable candidate. Although it is important to recognize the faults within the professional psychology world, it is essential to also recognize that there is still hope for new PhD graduates entering the post-educational world. Creating a comprehensive CV that showcases one's professional, volunteer, and academic achievements can help new graduates combat this difficult system by working to secure a seat at the table for further consideration 13 NCUPA Summer Bulletin