Application materials for PhDs and postdocs:
Examples and how-to guides
We know PhDs and postdocs have a lot to think about when it comes to employment and life after MIT.
Transitions are exciting and sometimes a little nerve-wracking, and CAPD is here to help. Make preparation for your job search easier with new resources that will guide you through the process of creating all the documents you might need to take your next steps into industry or academe.
These resources have been designed by CAPD staff to work for you on your schedule, and we are excited to see what we can empower you to accomplish next.
Resources designed for MIT PhDs & postdocs
The PhD & postdoc career document library is a growing resource that offers you the opportunity to review a variety of different career documents from MIT PhD & postdoc alumni who have successfully secured positions in academia and industry. We are thrilled to offer these exceptional resources from our alumni, and we are grateful for their contributions. These are real examples of documents that worked, and we hope they are helpful guides as you consider ways to craft your own documents.
Whether you’re new to interviewing or looking to sharpen your skills, this module will give you practical tools and guidance to help you craft strong introductions, frame your experiences using proven storytelling techniques, and communicate your strengths in ways that align with the needs of your potential employers. With some strategy and practice, you’ll be sharing your stories with confidence and poise just in time for your interview.
If you have questions about formatting, writing, or tailoring your resume for industry jobs, this course is a great place to start. Within this course, we have provided resume guidelines, templates, examples, and writing strategies to help you get you started or revise your working drafts. You can take the course all at once (approximately 60 minutes) or use a more à la carte approach to get exactly what you need, whenever you’re ready.
The Faculty Job Search Guide supports graduate students and postdocs preparing for the faculty job market. These guides bring together information and expertise from around the Institute, including faculty, CAPD, the Writing and Communication Center, the Teaching and Learning Lab, the OGE, and the Engineering Communication Labs. Use them to strengthen your applications and gather insight from past workshops, examples from MIT alumni.
