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OME’s Momentum – Applications due October 15th!

Momentum is an interdisciplinary design course (16.682) offered to first and second year undergraduate students during MIT’s Independent Activities Period (IAP).

Momentum 2024 will be held January 8th – February 2nd, 2024. This year, Blue Origin is challenging participants to …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Career Advisor
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IAP Micro-internships are in Handshake – Apply now!

Looking for a short-term project or internship over IAP? Consider a micro-internship! Build skills, connect with employers and explore a career path. Check out these micro-internships:   

There are more projects in Handshake and it’s really easy to search for them.  …

By Tavi Sookhoo
Tavi Sookhoo Assistant Director, Career Prototypes
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How to maximize your first summer internship search

Don’t let peer pressure or heightened expectations make you stress about finding a great summer experience. Here are some answers to your frequently asked questions. If you need additional support, schedule an appointment with CAPD today!

How important is it …

By Erik Pavesic
Erik Pavesic Assistant Director, Career Advising & Training
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Laureates & Leaders – Applications due October 11th!

Are you a sophomore (class of 2026) thinking about pursuing a doctoral degree someday? Applications for The Office of Minority Education’s Laureates & Leaders program are due October 11th!

The Laureates & Leaders program is a graduate school initiative designed …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Career Advisor
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Exploring careers? Start with the Career Exploration Series!

CAPD is coordinating the third annual, institute-wide Career Exploration Series that begins on September 11th and runs through IAP! This series is a collaboration between MIT departments, programs, and employers to help all students learn about the different career and graduate/professional school options available to you.   

Visit the events page on …

By Tianna Ransom
Tianna Ransom Assistant Director, Career Exploration
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Interviews for faculty positions often include two rounds:

First round – Phone or Video  (20-40 minutes)

This is an initial …

Choosing between job offers (worksheet)

Receiving two or more job offers can be both an exciting and stressful time. Whether you are waiting to hear …

If you receive an academic job offer, express interest, and then take the time to carefully assess whether the offer …