With a career in academia and education, you can inspire the next generation of students, create and deliver courses or educational materials, and generate new knowledge through research. Sample career paths include becoming a professor at a university or college; an investigator at a research institute; higher education staff; K-12 teacher; or creator of educational programs at museums. Click on the menu items below to explore additional resources.
The Career Exploration Series for the spring is now updated! This series is a collaboration between MIT departments, programs, and employers to help all undergraduate and graduate students learn about the different career and graduate/professional school options available to you.
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Looking to Connect with MIT Alumni? Join Spring 2025 Graduate Student Mentoring Circles!
Are you hoping to get real-world career advice from MIT alumni this spring? Whether you’re exploring different career paths, curious about specific industries, or looking to expand …
Join us on Friday, May 2, 2025 to hear from a variety of speakers, participate in interactive workshops, and network with women of color academics and their allies from the Greater Boston area and beyond. All are welcome!
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Comprehensive job sites that list academic positions (higher education) at all different levels and for all fields (mostly focused within …
The following materials are commonly requested. We encourage you to schedule an appointment with a career advisor to review your …
Interviews for faculty positions often include two rounds:
First round – Phone or Video (20-40 minutes)
This is an initial …
If you receive an academic job offer, express interest, and then take the time to carefully assess whether the offer …
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This page is dedicated to graduate school applications. Check out the following resources if you are looking for tips on …
