This worship will cover budgeting post-graduation based on career salary earnings, long-term planning for large purchases such as buying a house, and considering retirement options, employment benefits, relocation costs, and the process for employment. Registration is required at https://myumi.ch/Rmjgd. We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote […]
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) aptitude is now highly valued by many employers, both within and beyond academe. This interactive workshop will show how employers are evaluating DEI in job interviews, provide opportunities for reflection on how you demonstrate your commitment to DEI, and provide time for students to practice answering common interview questions related […]
Building a network and connecting with others is critical to your professional development in graduate school and job/internship searches. Join this discussion to learn strategies for building your network (including tips on using LinkedIn and the University Career Alumni Network) and how to leverage this network for career exploration and job/internship searching. There will be […]
Sponsored by the Rackham Partnerships for Access, Community, and Excellence (PACE) team, the PACE Fellowship recognizes accomplished doctoral students and faculty mentors who have demonstrated commitment to program climate and student success. Join this workshop to learn more about the PACE Fellowship and how to navigate the application process. Registration is required at https://myumi.ch/JwnJq. We […]
Negotiation is something that many people feel unprepared for, especially during the job search process. We'll talk through the steps involved in salary negotiation, as well as negotiation tips that can be utilized in other contexts. Bring your questions, as there will be plenty of time for questions and answers. This event is intended to […]
Are you a graduate student intending to apply for industry jobs? While talking to potential employers, you’ll find yourself trying to describe your research to non-experts, struggling to avoid jargon, and feeling like your description is vague or unclear. In this University Career Center workshop, we’ll address this problem, develop specific strategies to describe your […]
This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance around interviewing for positions beyond tenure track roles, which can differ greatly from the academic job search process. It also meets the needs of those applying to internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The workshop will focus on preparing graduate […]
This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance on cover letters and resumes for positions beyond tenure track roles. It also meets the needs of those applying for internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The process of synthesizing your academic experiences into strong application materials for jobs and […]
The theme for this year’s celebration of César Chávez Day of Service and Learning at the University of Michigan will be: “‘Sí Se Pudo, Sí Se Puede y Sí Se Podrá!’: An Intergenerational Plática with Dolores Huerta.” Seizing on this national cultural refrain, “Si, Se Puede!” or “Yes, We Can!”, which seems more resonant now […]
Building your network is something you can be doing proactively throughout graduate school. Additionally, learning from what others have done in their career is a great way to explore areas of interest. Join us to learn how to navigate and develop the basics of your own LinkedIn profile. We will introduce ways to build connections […]