Interested in pursuing a future in Academia & Education? Find resources, events, opportunities, and advice to confirm your interest and kickstart your career.

Explore a career path in Academia & Education

Exploring careers? Check out career exploration events happening this April and May!

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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By Tianna Ransom
Tianna Ransom Assistant Director, Career Exploration
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Resource for Aspiring Academics

The academic journey, from graduate school to faculty positions and beyond, can be both rewarding and challenging. Navigating the pressures of research, teaching, service, and personal well-being requires more than just expertise in one’s field—it demands strategic support, mentorship, and …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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Meet with MIT Alumni to Explore Careers in Medicine & Life Sciences

Are you considering careers at the intersection of life sciences, medicine, health,
and technology? Curious about the different paths MIT alumni have taken in these
fields after graduation?

The upcoming Careers in Medicine & Life Sciences Alumni Speed Networking event …

By Akunna Rosser
Akunna Rosser Senior Assistant Director, Prehealth Advising
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Why you should attend the MIT 2025 Spring Career Night

Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey? MIT Spring Career Night 2025 is your chance to connect with top employers, explore career opportunities, and gain valuable insights — all in one evening. Whether you’re actively job-seeking …

By Malgorzata Gassan
Malgorzata Gassan Assistant Director of Events
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Graduate school application essays (with examples and tips): Personal statements, statements of purpose, and admission essays

This page is dedicated to graduate school applications. Check out the following resources if you are looking for tips on medical or law school applications.

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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 …

Handshake 101: What it is & how to use it*

CAPD is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone we serve. If you need any disability-related accommodations to …

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