Career Engagement

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Graduate Students Who Excel in Career Engagement: 

Envision Multiple Paths to Career Success

You embrace curiosity, explore multiple possibilities, and experiment with different options that align with your expertise and goals. You integrate your values, interests, and strengths into your decision-making to create a purpose-driven career journey. 

Build a Network

You cultivate meaningful professional relationships and seek guidance from individuals who can help advance your career. 

Invest in Self-Development

You deepen your self-awareness and embrace learning opportunities to enhance your professional growth and development. 

Emphasize Relevant Accomplishments

You communicate accomplishments that emphasize your relevant expertise and skills and showcase the impact of your work.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assess Your career engagement Skills  

2025-2026 Schedule

Monthly Career Advising Drop-in

Multiple Dates, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

Once a month, drop-by to meet with Career Coach David Feeney about any of the following topics/questions/concerns:

- Writing CVs and Resumes (feel free to bring yours in for review!)

- Job search techniques

- Tips for job interviews and informational interviews

- Networking skills

- Using LinkedIn

- General questions about your career path

Please feel free to just drop-in. However, if you would like to receive a reminder the day before, please register for one of the below dates.

PhD Career Prep Series Part 2: Interviewing

February 18, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

This is part two of a three-part workshop series. In part two, we will explore how people who do well in interviews are good storytellers. You will explore how to craft stories demonstrating your transferable skills while also understanding what is expected in a job interview. You will learn about the various types of interview questions and how to succeed using tried and true strategies.

PhD Career Prep Series Part 3: Cultivating Career-Enhancing Connections

February 25, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

This is part three of a three-part workshop series. In part three, we explore marketplace realities and dispel the myths of networking. You will learn how to build and cultivate professional relationships over time, create connections, and gain support throughout your career journey. We'll offer step-by-step strategies to help you focus your networking activities.

Postdoctoral Pathways Lunch & Learn: Strategies for Planning and Funding Your Next Career Move

April 13, 2026, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET

Interested in a postdoc after your PhD? Join us for an informative session with Mihaela Harmos, Postdoctoral Services Coordinator, where you will learn how to transition to a postdoctoral position and identify sources of funding. Discussion will also consider how a postdoctoral position can support your career journey for careers both within and beyond academia.

This is a lunch-and-learn session and pizza will be provided!

LinkedIn Lunch & Learn

April 15, 2026, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET

Did you know that many companies actively use LinkedIn for recruiting? LinkedIn is a powerful job search tool - if used right. Learn how to optimize your profile, build your professional network and make LinkedIn an asset in your job search.

This is a lunch-and-learn session and pizza will be provided!

This is a working session - bring your laptops to work on your LinkedIn profile!

Networking Skills for Conferences

April 29, 2026, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

Academic conferences are not only platforms for presenting research; they're gateways to learning, collaboration, and forging meaningful connections that can shape your professional journey. Whether you're an early-career researcher or a seasoned academic, this workshop will equip you with the tools and strategies to harness the power of conference networking.

more Career Engagement resources for Grad Students

Life Design (Career Education)

Life Design harnesses design thinking methods to support career and life planning.

Interviewing Support (Career Education)

Interviewing is an art and the key to success is preparation. Practice your skills in mock interviews, workshops, and more.

Career Education Workshops and Events

Check out upcoming workshops on topics including interview skills, using LinkedIn, resume writing, AI in career planning, and special topics for International students.

Employer Information Sessions

Every year, employers and educational recruiters visit campus to meet and recruit students.

Graduate Student Internship Program

The Graduate Student Internship Program is designed to bridge the gap between academia and the workplace.

International Student Services - Working and Volunteering

Learn about work permits, immigration, and more!