PhD Students

If you’re in a PhD program at MIT, you are an exceptional researcher and scholar. With your deep knowledge and skills set, there are no limits to what you can achieve. When you can do so much, narrowing your options and making decisions about what you want to do and where you want to go can be daunting. We’re here to help. Visit CAPD for a one-on-one conversation and address your questions with an advisor, use our resources to learn new skills like networking, and join our workshops to help you refine your job documents and search strategies. Whether you decide to pursue a career in academe, government, non-profit, or industry CAPD is ready to support you.

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The Need for Self-Knowledge in a Changing World of Work

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Recent years have seen a growing focus on making graduate education more inclusive, public-facing, connected to society — and on celebrating the career diversity of graduate students. Studies of Ph.D. career paths, such as the Survey of Earned Doctorates, the …

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Non-compete Agreements

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Non-compete laws and regulations vary by state. Students are encouraged to learn about the laws in the location of the internship or job to better understand their rights and what is allowable.

The recent Workforce Mobility Act of 2021 may …

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Academic faculty positions – overview

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The academic job market is highly competitive. A PhD is required for tenure-track academic faculty positions, and in some fields, a postdoctoral position is common to gain additional experience.  You will be evaluated on your research accomplishments, publication record, research …

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Academic Interviews (Faculty Positions)

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Interviews for faculty positions often include two rounds:

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

This is an initial screening interview with members of the search committee.  Review the job posting, and make sure to learn as much as …

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Graduate Student Career Exploration Grant Recipient
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Natalija Jovanovic

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Breanna Lam, Grad Student Career Exploration Grant Recipient

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Hannah Shay, Grad Student Career Exploration Grant Recipient

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Academia & education job/internship search sites

Comprehensive job sites that list academic positions (higher education) at all different levels and for all fields (mostly focused within …

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Application Materials for a Faculty Job Search

The following materials are commonly requested.  We encourage you to schedule an appointment with a career advisor to review your …

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Academic Interviews (Faculty Positions)

Interviews for faculty positions often include two rounds:

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

This is an initial …

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Choosing between job offers (worksheet)

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 …

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Academic Job Offers

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

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