Stories

Explore your options and learn from people whose paths that interest you.

Once you pick a category (or scroll through the full library), each profile will give you the information you need at a snapshot: programs, job titles, fellowships, companies, et cetera.

Find organized categories below or see our complete story library at the bottom of the page.

Stories curated by MIT status

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Postdoc stories

Whether you’re a current MIT postdoc or considering pursuing postdoctoral training at the Institute, these stories are a glimpse of what’s possible for you.

Grad student stories

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Three people in white lab coats laugh together.

Undergrad stories

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Stories curated by career interest area

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Alumni in government & non-profit careers

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Three people in white lab coats laugh together.

Prehealth alumni

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A smiling Fellowship recipient.

Nontraditional career paths

The Infinite Careers event and story series is a collaboration between Career Advising & Professional Development and the MIT Alumni Association to explore career paths and the non-linearity of career decision making. Read profiles of alumni with unique career paths below or look at upcoming talks.

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Stories curated by program

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Career Exploration Grant recipient stories

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A smiling Fellowship recipient.

Distinguished Fellowship recipient profiles

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Infinite Careers profiles

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Spotlights

Jasmina Aganovic

Alumni
  • Chief Executive Officer Arcaea
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Sabrine Ahmed Iqbal

Alumni
  • Design Release Engineer General Motors
Meet Sabrine >
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