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MIT Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) empowers students to think big picture about their career interests and goals, then supports them through every part of the journey, from research, resumes, and career fairs to interviews, job offers, and salaries. Watch the CAPD Orientation to learn how our office can help your student explore careers and prepare for internships, jobs, and graduate school. We also invite you to learn more about our programs and services and meet CAPD staff.


QS World University Rankings rates MIT No. 1 in 11 subjects for 2025

The Institute also ranks second in seven subject areas.

QS World University Rankings has placed MIT in the No. 1 spot in 11 subject areas for 2025, the organization announced today.

The Institute received a No. 1 ranking in the …

By Francis Borrego
Francis Borrego Associate Director, Employer Relations 
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Introducing the brand new Communication and Technology Studio at the WCC

The Writing and Communication Center (WCC) has launched a new Communication and Technology Studio to help you enhance your public speaking skills. At the studio, you can practice your presentations in front of simulated audiences and receive instant feedback from …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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CAPD site visits: Explore industries & careers (2025 highlights)

The Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD) office organizes site visits throughout the academic year, giving MIT undergrads, grad students, and postdocs a unique opportunity to explore a variety of industries, workplaces, and career paths. These visits offer you hands-on …

By Mitchell Moise
Mitchell Moise Employer Outreach and Engagement Specialist
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Three MIT students named 2026 Schwarzman Scholars

Julia Mongo | Office of Distinguished Fellowships
Published by MIT News on January 15, 2025

Three MIT students — Yutao Gong, Brandon Man, and Andrii Zahorodnii — have been awarded 2025 Schwarzman Scholarships and will join the program’s 10th cohort to pursue a master’s degree …

By Lydia Huth
Lydia Huth Communication and Program Manager
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2025 MIT Research SLAM to award $10k in prizes

Thanks to generous support from the Office of Graduate Education (OGE) and the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR), the Research Slam planning team recently announced that $10,000.00 in prizes would be awarded to finalists at the 2025 …

By Alexis Boyer
Alexis Boyer Alexis Boyer Assistant Director, Graduate Student Career Services
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