Welcome to the Postdocs page!

In addition to cutting-edge research, your postdoctoral training is an important time to gain new skills and prepare to launch your future career.  Whether you have a clear career goal, have multiple interests, or are unsure how to get started, CAPD is ready to support you.  Connect with CAPD for individual advising, attend workshops and career events, and explore resources to help you learn about and prepare for opportunities across academia, industry, government, non-profits, and more.

CAPD serves all MIT-appointed scholars (fellows and associates). You have access to a Handshake account, which is the career management system used by CAPD. You can use Handshake to schedule appointments and register for CAPD events.  In addition, you can use Handshake to find job openings posted by employers recruiting MIT students and postdocs, as well as find and register for employer-sponsored information sessions and events.

Take a look below for more information on career services for postdocs – we look forward to connecting with you!


Spring Programming at the WCC

As we step into a new semester, the Writing and Communication Center (WCC) is excited to offer two fantastic programs to help you achieve your academic and professional writing goals: Writing Together Online and the Writing a Journal Article Series. …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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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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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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Summer Teaching Opportunity for Grad Students & Postdocs

The Office of Minority Education (OME) is hiring instructors for this upcoming summer for the Interphase EDGE/x program. The Interphase EDGE/x program is a two-year scholar enrichment program that includes a seven-week summer session right before the scholars’ first year …

By Tara Thakurta
Tara Thakurta Graduate Community Fellow
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PhD & Postdoc Career Series: Spring 2025

Join us for a series of programs tailored to your unique needs as an advanced trainee!

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