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!


Explore and Build Your Skills

You can supplement your internships with other opportunities that will help you gain experience in a new career area and develop your skills. Check out some of these resources:

Coursera
Free online courses offered through various universities
MIT’s subscription to …

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Career Handbook

Here it is: your starter guide for developing the knowledge and skills you’ll need throughout your career. Compiled by our expert staff, here’s what this handbook covers:

Overview of the career development process
Tips for identifying your skills, interests and …

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How to find meaningful volunteer and service work

Why volunteer?
Identifying your cause(s)

Ask yourself:

Finding opportunities (key resources)
Volunteering abroad:
Developing your own proposal
Managing your time
Contacting organizations to get started
Maximize your experience (personally & professionally)

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Resume action verbs

Action verbs help bring your resume to life by painting a picture for the reviewer, and affirming your skills. Begin each bullet point statement or phrase with an action verb that points the reader to the skill you are trying …

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Sample resumes and cover letters (for multiple career interests!)

View sample resumes and cover letters from a broad range of class years ranging from first-year undergraduate student resumes to PhDs, including a range of resumes from majors and experience levels.

Even if a sample resume or cover letter isn’t …

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