This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

The annual Entrepreneurship Kickoff hosted by Entrepreneurship at Cornell will be held September 6, 2023, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at eHub in Collegetown.  Open to all members of the Cornell community. Receive an overview of the rapidly growing Entrepreneurship at Cornell ecosystem Watch select eLab applicants’ pitches Interact with live representatives from over 20 academic…

Vinnie Ustach, PhD, will discuss his path from graduate school at UC Davis through a postdoc at U of Maryland and on to a rapidly evolving career with the genetic testing company GeneDx, where he began as a Data Scientist and currently serves as Senior Machine Learning Engineer. Ustach will offer advice for current PhD students…

In today’s day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

In this workshop, there will be discussion on best practices when engaging with external, independent media outlets. The session will include an overview of the current media landscape and some tips on how to best craft and deliver your message. Register to attend.

If you are a Ph.D. candidate looking for a great way to connect with employers, you are invited to participate in the STEM Ph.D. Virtual Networking Fair, hosted by Cornell Engineering Career Center and Careers Beyond Academia. Register in Handshake.

You do not have to put off market preparation to finish your degree.  Strategically chosen professional development activities will improve the quality of your dissertation and help you complete your work on time.  With proper synergy, you can start preparing for the market early – even in the first years of your degree. Christopher L. Pallas earned his…

Lecture by Stephen Quake, Ph.D. (Andrew D. White Professor-at-Large at Cornell; Chan Zuckerberg Initiative) followed by panel discussion. Dr. Stephen Quake is a scientist, inventor and entrepreneur whose research is at the nexus of biology, physics and technology development. Dr. Quake has received numerous awards for his work and has been elected to the National…

Beyond academia, few employers align better with the interests and values of PhDs than nonprofit organizations, where advanced research skills, ability in project management, and a commitment to general welfare are all in demand. But what is it really like to work for a nonprofit? Three PhD alums will share their professional journeys, daily working…

Do you have an interest in industry or growing your network? The Corteva-Cornell Networking Program (CCNP) is a virtual networking program between Corteva Agriscience employees and graduate students to provide you with the opportunity to learn more about industry careers. Join the informational session on Monday, October 30th from 4pm to 5pm virtually to hear…

The workshop will cover microbiome metadata management, F.A.I.R (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) data standards, and workflow standardization tools offered by the National Microbiome Data Collaborative (NMDC). Please bring a laptop if you would like to participate.  Register to attend Led by Daniel Sprockette, PhD. Learn more at: https://nmdc-edge.org

Speaker: Lisa M.P. Munoz, ‘00, author and science writer Date: November 6, 2023 Time: 3:30-5:00 pm (dessert reception to immediately follow) Location: Alice Statler Auditorium, Statler Hall Registration: Register via Qualtrics. Join us for a book talk with Cornell alumna Lisa M.P. Munoz, science writer and author of “Women in Science Now: Stories and Strategies…

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will be hosting a virtual Research Career, Education and Training Fair on Wednesday, November 8, from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM CDT on the CareerEco platform. Registration is FREE through THIS LINK. This event is geared towards students, trainees and professionals in biomedical research, clinical research and research information technology…

Exponent Engineering and Scientific Consulting invites all levels of Ph.D. students to attend this session featuring Daniel Palmer, Ph.D., '22, and Zach Lamport, Ph.D.    

Attend the January 18th Info Session to learn about summer fellowships at Flagship Pioneering, a VC firm in Cambridge MA, known for starting 100+ biotech companies over the past two decades, including Moderna, Alltrna, and Cellarity.

As you start your job and internship search or consider that exciting job offer, do you ever wonder about the work/life balance and what defines an inclusive, safe community in the workplace and beyond? Join Cornell Career Services for an eye-opening event where you'll gain the tools to navigate these crucial questions. Learn how to…

Does your startup harness cutting-edge technology as its core foundation, or leverage technology to enhance existing processes? Depending on your answer, you’ll encounter different strategies, market advantages, and challenges on your entrepreneurial journey. Learn how to shape your approach to business growth and development accordingly at this free workshop! Register to attend. Hosted by Cornell…

Join online a world of groundbreaking innovation and collaboration: an exclusive Executive Interview that's set to inspire. Peggy Koenig, esteemed Chair of the Executive Committee at Cornell BOT and Chair Emeritus of Abry Partners, LLC, will take the stage with Dr. Greeshma Gadikota, Co-founder of Carbon To Stone and a shining example of what the…

This only happens once a year. Don't miss your chance! Any Cornell student, any degree program, any field of study is invited to join vet students in the animal health focused hackathon. Over a dozen sponsors onsite, tons of mentors for lots of networking. An IBM led Design Workshop, good food, merch, 50 mentors and a beautiful…

Searching for jobs is difficult for international students. It's all the more difficult for students outside of STEM and Finance fields. During this workshop from Cornell Career Services (CCS), we will focus on strategies to elevate your job search, key resources, and tips for locating international student-friendly internship and full-time employers. We will also discuss…

University researchers benefit from various technology licensing resources to protect their innovations, but startups face the challenge of safeguarding intellectual property (IP) developed outside of the university, through internal research and development. Join this free workshop to find out how to finance R&D, including through tokenizing the resultant IP assets, and how startup executives should…

Over the next few decades, a rising global population, increasing wealth, changing consumer demand and climate variation will put growing pressure on food systems. While global demand might be met through current agricultural practices in the short term, these strategies are unsustainable for the long term. Globally, agriculture demands a radical transformation. Open to ALL STUDENTS…

This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

Each year, the eight Ivy League schools come together to produce a unique and inspiring career fair that provides companies unparalleled access to students who have the skills and knowledge to address the complex sustainability and climate challenges of our global economy. All undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree students from the Ivy League schools are…

Ready to secure non-dilutive funding to take your startup to the next level? Join Kirk Macolini, President of InteliSpark, LLC, for this virtual workshop providing insights into the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) application process and how to find other non-dilutive funding sources. During the workshop, Macolini will discuss…

Join this panel discussion to hear directly from Illumina employees about their career journeys and what it is like to work in the biotech industry.  Register now. Panelists: Karen Marmolejo, Sr Supplier Quality Engineer Rahul Gupta, Associate Director, Price Strategy Jason Torres, Scientist 1, Clinical Solutions Assay Development DPT

Since 2014, this once a year hackathon is open to any college student - any degree program, any field of study. Join doctors, developers, scientists, designers and more for this human health centric hackathon. With a focus on patient safety- you pick your area of interest and rapidly prototype a solution. In partnership with Weill Cornell Medicine's Clinical…

In today’s day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

Cornell Research & Innovation offers the virtual Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop Series to faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate students at Cornell University to explore the potential of launching a business grounded in research. Innovators are not required to attend every workshop, but the series is designed to explore the entrepreneurial journey from ideation to operation.…

How a Cornell Chemical Engineer Became a Federal Judge, and the Lessons Learned Along the Way In this talk, Judge Murphy will trace his path from Olin Hall to the halls of justice, and share a few insights he's had over the years.  Loosely under that umbrella, he'll cover topics like: (i) how the law…

Discussions about careers in pharma, biotech, and academia led by: Jared Silverman, Head of Translational Discovery a the Bill and Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute Brian Vanderven, Associate Professor of Microbiology & Immunology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University and Craig Altier, Professor in the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences…

You enrolled in a STEM doctoral program because you love science. But if you’re like a large proportion of your fellow PhD students, you may be rethinking whether a bench scientist career is for you. Science writing, and science communication more generally, can offer a great way to keep the wonder of science at the…

Mentorship is a collaborative learning relationship that benefits all participants. In fact, effective mentorship is a key factor contributing to a high rate of degree attainment, increased social and self awareness, sharper communication skills, career satisfaction, and other benefits that last for many years. The New York Academy of Sciences is thrilled to partner with…

Join Careers Beyond Academia for this Cornell Engineering hosted online networking event with a wide array of employers on April 17, 2024, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Please register through Handshake starting March 27, 2024.

Cornell Research & Innovation offers the virtual Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop Series to faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate students at Cornell University to explore the potential of launching a business grounded in research. Innovators are not required to attend every workshop, but the series is designed to explore the entrepreneurial journey from ideation to operation.…

Cornell Research & Innovation offers the virtual Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop Series to faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate students at Cornell University to explore the potential of launching a business grounded in research. Innovators are not required to attend every workshop, but the series is designed to explore the entrepreneurial journey from ideation to operation.…