Industry Bound Career Series
The Industry Bound Career Series (IBCS) is open to any PhD & postdoc interested in transitioning into a non-academic career. We offer workshops such as how to translate your CV into a resume, core networking and interviewing skills, and how to negotiate, just to name a few.
In addition, IBCS is a partnership between CAPD’s career services and employer relations team. You will also find information on our “Careers In” panels that bring in industry professionals with PhDs and postdocs to share their experiences.
Looking for preparation resources and more opportunities to network? Check out the links and events listed below.
What every international student and trainee should know about U.S. employment
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | 1:00 – 2:30pm ET | Virtual
C.H.A.O.S.: Planning for the unplannable
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:30pm ET | Virtual
Pursuing academic & industry opportunities simultaneously
Thursday, January 22 | 12:00 – 1:30pm ET | Virtual
Legal career options for STEM students
Monday, January 26, 2026 | 6:00 – 7:30pm ET | Location TBD
Symbotic Site Visit (transportation provided, and application required)
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | 8am – 12pm | 200 Research Drive, Wilmington, MA
The Brattle Group Site Visit for MIT (Boston / Gov’t Center)
Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 10am – 12pm | 1 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Talking industry: practical communication skills for PhDs and postdocs
Wednesday, February 11 | 12:00 – 1:30pm ET | Virtual Event
Resume Q&A for PhDs & postdocs
Wednesday, February 18 | 12:00 – 1:00pm ET | 7-103
Careers in patent law for PhDs & postdocs
Wednesday, February 18 | 1:30 – 2:30pm ET | E19-202
Perfect your elevator pitch (flash workshop for MIT postdocs only)
Friday, February 20 | 12:00pm – 1:00pm ET | Virtual
SPRING CAREER NIGHT!
Thursday, February 26 | 5:00 – 7:30pm ET | Sala de Puerto Rico, Stratton Student Center, Building W20
See our “How to Career Fair for PhDs & Postdocs” resource page!
McKinsey Advanced Professional Degree Panel
Friday, February 27 | 12:00 – 1:30pm ET | Location TBD
McKinsey Advanced Professional Degree Case Workshop
Tuesday, March 3 | 12:00 – 1:30pm ET | Location TBD
Industry interviewing for PhDs & postdocs
Wednesday, March 4 | 3:30 – 5:00pm ET | Location TBD
Coming soon!
Past Events
Postdoc resume refresher (resume review workshop and open work time)
Wednesday, September 10 | 1:30-2:15 (workshop); 2:30-4:00 open work time | E19-202
Industry resumes and cover letters for PhDs and postdocs
Tuesday, September 16 | 12:00 – 1:00pm ET | Virtual
Careers in Research for PhDs & Postdocs Panel
Thursday, September 18 | 12:00 -2:00pm ET | E19-202
FALL CAREER FAIR!
Friday, September 19 | 9:30am – 4:00pm | Johnson Athletic Center
See our special “How to Career Fair for PhDs & Postdocs” resource page
National Nuclear Security Administration Graduate Fellowship Program (for PhDs)
Monday, September 22 | 12:00 – 1:00pm ET | Virtual
Citadel | GQS Info Session for PhDs and postdocs
Tuesday, September 23 | 12:00 – 1:00pm ET E19-202
TikTok Info Session for PhDs and postdocs
Tuesday, September 23 | 7:00-8:00pm ET | 32-155 (Stata)
Alphataraxia Analyst Interviews (submit application to be considered for an interview)
Tuesday, September 30 | 9:00am – 5:00pm ET | E17-294
Susquehanna x MIT PhD and Postdoc Brainteaser Battle
Thursday, October 2 | 5:00 – 9:00pm ET | 32-124 (Stata)
***email Sloane Hauck (Sloane.hauck@sig.com) to register for the Brainteaser Battle
Interviewing for industry Q&A and module walkthrough
Tuesday, October 7 | 3:00 – 4:00 pm | Virtual
From Academia to Industry: Life of a PDT Quantitative Researcher for PhDs & Postdocs
Wednesday, October 8 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm | Location TBD
