Job Search Outside of Academia

The Career Center is here to assist you with job search strategies. Additionally, we review CVs, resumes and cover letters, conduct practice interviews and discussions revolving around networking strategies.

PREPARING | SEARCHING | NETWORKING | APPLYING | 
INTERVIEWING | DECISION MAKING 

 

PREPARING

  • Research the specifics for your discipline
    • The job search varies widely across disciplines, consult your advisor and mentors to:
      • Identify the annual hiring cycle for your field
      • Determine which application materials are usually required
      • Learn typical deadlines and decision-making timelines

SEARCHING

Research Related Resources

  • A network for professionals with Ph.D.s working across industries.
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    The Office of National Laboratories (ONL) sustains and expands a coordinated network of DHS national laboratories and Department of Energy national laboratories and other federal centers to help deliver critical homeland capabilities.
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    Biology Jobs .com was created as a targeted resource for job seekers and employers in Life Science.

  • ScienceJobs.Org  is an online recruiting and career service for science and research communities.
  • Job search resource for STEM

Non-Profit Resources 

  • Commongood Careers is a mission-driven search firm that is committed to social impact. Their purpose is to support the hiring needs of organizations that are dedicated to tackling today鈥檚 most pressing social problems.

  • Idealist is all about connecting idealists 鈥� people who want to do good 鈥� with opportunities for action and collaboration.
  • Job search resource for non-profit jobs.

  • One of the first job boards focused exclusively on the nonprofit sector, our team at Work for Good has helped more than 30,000 purpose-driven organizations find everyone from their next executive director to managers, support staff, and even interns

Think Tank Resources 

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    Think tank guide from the University of Penn
  • Think tank Listing from Harvard Kennedy School

NETWORKING 

Networking with professionals in your field(s) of interest exposes you to industry information and is greatly helpful in beginning and furthering your career.

APPLYING

Applying for an academic job could entail submitting professional documents, references and an application. These materials will provide an organization with the opportunity to evaluate your skills, abilities, accomplishments, and overall work history. 

INTERVIEWING

Interviewing is an educational institution's opportunity to evaluate your fit for a position and the institution as a whole. This is a prime opportunity to display your capabilities and qualifications. It is also your chance to determine if the position and institution are a good fit for you.

DECISION MAKING