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Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
Zoom NYDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia - Tuesday, October 19 @ 11 am. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a…
Your Dream Job: Acing Your Interview as a PhD
103 Mann LibraryAre you getting ready to interview with an industry employer? Join Careers Beyond Academia and Cornell Libraries to learn how to better navigate library resources to give yourself a competitive advantage and locate resources you can’t find using Google or from the company itself. In this workshop, you’ll gain strategies to find insights about your…
Career Chat: From English PhD to Instructional Technologist
ZoomPlease join recent graduate Malcolm Bare, PhD’21 for an informal chat about how he leveraged his English skills and discovered a whole new field of job opportunities in instructional design, instructional technology, training and learning development departments in industry. Malcolm will share his interviewing experiences, questions asked and how he combined skills and passion into…
Consulting case preparation workshop-online
If you are interested in exploring the nuts and bolts around what it's like to have a career in consulting, this workshop is for you! The Cornell Graduate Consulting Club is having a first virtual Case Preparation Workshop on November 3rd at 2 PM with Craig Jones from Career Services. This workshop will talk about firm-specific cases and…
Leaving Academia: A Practical Guide with Dr. Christopher Caterine
ZoomAn estimated ninety-three percent of graduate students in the humanities and social sciences won’t get a tenure-track job, yet many still assume that a tenured professorship is the only successful outcome for a PhD. With the academic job market in such crisis, this lecture from PhD and former academic Christopher Caterine helps grad students and…
Practical Steps for the Post-Academic Job Search: a workshop with Dr. Christopher Caterine
ZoomYou may have heard that a PhD prepares you for anything and that a perfect job awaits you outside the academy. But how do you find suitable roles and convince others that you’re the right person to fill them? This workshop will lead you through the practical steps of identifying your strengths, using information interviews…
Thinking Flexibly about Building Skills and Adding Opportunities to Your Resume
ZoomCareers Beyond Academia presents this skill building workshop for all disciplines! Doctoral career outcomes survey data reveal Cornell graduates contribute valuably in all employment sectors. Professional skills are sought by employers in addition to discipline-specific knowledge and expertise. But how to highlight these skills you already have and how to carve out time to build…
Consulting Alumni Panel Discussion
On Nov.11 (Thursday) from 7-8 PM the Cornell Graduate Consulting Club will be hosting an Alumni Panel with alumni currently working in McKinsey, BCG, and Deloitte. This event is tailored to CGCC members as all of our panelists have graduate degrees. Come to learn why they chose to be consultants, how they prepared to get the offer, and what they like…
Career Chats: Data Scientists and Nielsen Media
Ever wonder about how monitoring TV watchers and data connect? Join Careers Beyond Academia on Tuesday, November 16 at 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for an information session about careers at Nielsen and why your skills – across PhD disciplines! – are in demand. What is media measurement? How does data science fit into the…
Career Chat: Graduate Student to Higher Ed Administrator
ZoomHave you ever wondered how you can make a meaningful difference in students’ lives and impact change? Join our panel discussion on Friday, November 19 @ 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET and hear the journeys that these Cornell Administrators took that led them to their jobs today. Register now Panelists: Carolyn Chow Carolyn Chow…
Transferrable Skills – How to Communicate Your Job Ready Skills to Industry
ZoomThe workshop will identify the skills that hiring managers are seeking and work with YOU to identify the skills you already possess. The workshop will explore ways to effectively communicate skills and training to industry (non-profits, business, government, think tanks and more!) in a language that is relevant to that sector. Staff at Careers Beyond…
Careers Beyond Academia Live Q&A
Zoom NYLive Q&A Session for any job search questions! Wondering about applications, interviews and job opportunities? Have a quick question about timing? Thinking about skill building or how to build experiences into your resume? Please pop in to ask a question, hear tips from colleagues and more. All graduate students and postdocs from any field are…
FGSS Careers Beyond the Professoriate
ZoomPlease join us for a panel discussion and workshop on pursuing careers beyond the professoriate in FGSS and the humanities. This event will feature a conversation with Liz M. Alexander, Stephen Kim, Lynne Stahl, and Cameron Scott about their journeys to their current careers, followed by a short workshop on identifying transferrable skills with Denise DiRienzo, the…
Small Group Discussion to Explore Career Options in Industry
Zoom NYStarting to explore Careers in Industry? Careers Beyond Academia Information Session on Tuesday, December 7 @ 2 pm. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share your career aspirations…
Practical Tips to Prepare for a Job Search
ZoomPlease join Careers Beyond Academia for Three Practical Tips to start your Job Search over break. This thirty minute discussion will help you focus on exploring what matters to you, tips on how to spend a few minutes each day on introspection and exploration. Join Zoom Meeting https://cornell.zoom.us/j/96748451601?pwd=OTFUQk9OcDN1VHNjSlhIYnJyUVNNdz09 Meeting ID: 967 4845 1601 Passcode: 588053
Lunchtime Chat: 3 Tips for your Job Search
ZoomJoin Careers Beyond Academia and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies for an engaging discussion about the why, what and how of starting a job search. This discussion will feature three tips that will get you started. Join us for this 30 minute chat to start off 2022! Join Zoom Meeting https://cornell.zoom.us/j/95279482572?pwd=YStpSk9QRVdQL29YZ1o0K1ZNTnVPQT09&from=addon Meeting ID: 952 7948…
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
ZoomStarting with a short overview presentation with LinkedIn tips, staff at Careers Beyond Academia will lead exercises to identify a good tagline, summary discussion and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. Register Now
Flagship Pioneering Summer Fellowship Information Session
ZoomFlagship Pioneering is a venture origination firm, based in Cambridge, MA, dedicated to life science innovation. They perform their own R&D in what they call Flagship Labs, and have created and built more than 100+ companies over the past 18 years including Moderna Therapeutics. Flagship is currently recruiting for the 2022 Fellows Program. It’s a 12-week…
Career Chats
ZoomCareers Beyond Academia and Office of Postdoctoral Studies Live Q&A Session for any job search questions! Wondering about applications, interviews and job opportunities? Have a quick question about timing? Thinking about skill building or how to build experiences into your resume? Please pop in to ask a question, hear tips from colleagues and more.…
Launching Your Career in the Med Tech Industry-info sessions
PhD students and postdocs, come learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program (they’re hiring!), one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. WHEN: Feb 4 @ 2 ET, Feb 9 @ 5 ET,…
Launching Your Career in the Med Tech Industry-info sessions
PhD students and postdocs, come learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program (they’re hiring!), one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. WHEN: Feb 4 @ 2 ET, Feb 9 @ 5 ET,…
Launching Your Career in the Med Tech Industry-info sessions
PhD students and postdocs, come learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program (they’re hiring!), one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. WHEN: Feb 4 @ 2 ET, Feb 9 @ 5 ET,…
Tips for a Memorable 5 Minute Research Presentation
ZoomThis event will provide practical tips for creating a memorable research pitch to hook your audience. The learning objectives for the webinar: Given a short presentation, participants will be able to analyze it for specific improvements in their performance. Participants will be able to explain three qualities that make a pitch memorable. At the end…
Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Session
ZoomTo get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia, join us at a small group session if you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role.
Career Chat: UX Career Panel
ZoomLearn about UX careers at this panel presented by Careers Beyond Academia. User Experience Design is the process of creating systems between human users and websites and/or apps. This design is driven by research, data analysis and results. Moderated by Megan Sawey, PhD candidate and researcher at Cornell University! Panelists: Susan Campbell '94, VP, UX Research,…
Frame Yourself as a Top Job Candidate
ZoomThis workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs entering the Industry market. We will focus on career options, strategies and techniques to explore career options in industry, non-profit and government. Ever wonder what skills transfer? Or if you could be a consultant? Bring a job advertisement for your Dream Job, computer and spirit of…
Getting involved in science policy as a grad student
Warren Hall 138Curious how you can get involved in science policy as a STEM grad student? Join Cornell Advancing Science and Policy for a panel discussion via Zoom or in person with graduate students who have written and edited policy memos, coordinated and participated in local and federal advocacy, and worked with science policy professionals all while…
What Can Your Professional Society Do For You? Resources for Navigating the Humanities Careers Landscape
ZoomSponsored by Careers Beyond Academia and featuring two professional societies: the Modern Language Association and the American Historical Association. Humanities PhD students and post doctoral scholars, please join us to learn tips and resources from Modern Language Association (MLA) and American Historical Association (AHA) on your job search beyond academia. Tons of resources from connections, events,…
How to Build an Awesome Career with Your Humanities PhD
Zoom NYWhat the heck can you do with a Ph.D., anyways? In this session, “Humanities Beyond the Academy” working group (Cornell University, Syracuse University and University of Rochester) mini-resident Chris Cornthwaite will talk about some of the avenues you can choose, from governments to NGOs to non-profits to tech. Attendees will come away with some new…
Mastering LinkedIn
Zoom NYIn this workshop (Part 2) with “Humanities Beyond the Academy” working group mini-resident Chris Cornthwaite, we’ll do a deep dive on LinkedIn (bring your profile!). We’ll learn how you can find roles, position yourself, and meet cool people in all sorts of fields. By the end of the workshop, you’ll know how to use job…
From PhD to Publishing Career
Did you know a PhD is great training for a career in academic publishing? Join staff from Cornell University Press to learn about this less-traditional use of your PhD. Hear from the director of the Press, Jane Bunker and acquisitions editor Bethany Wasik as they share insights into what a life in publishing can look…
Career Paths in Regulatory Affairs
Join the Science Alliance for the fifth in this National Academies of Science series on Tuesday, April 25, 2022, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM ET. The career path discussion on regulatory affairs will be followed by a virtual networking opportunity with the panelists. Almost all scientific innovations related to human health are subject to…
Interviewing 101: The Lingo, The Process and the Options
ZoomJoin us to explore the fundamentals of interviewing in industry (government, NGO, think tanks, for profits.) This workshop will present an overview of interviews, types of interviews you may encounter and advice on how to articulate your research and PhD work into professional experience. Register online for the April 26 workshop.
Careers protecting human health and the environment
Join a panel of experts from the NIH, EPA, and two academic institutions to learn about careers protecting human health and the environment, a biosafety fellowship, on-campus mentors, and resources to help you see if this sector is for you, within or outside academic settings. We will discuss career paths, mentorship, resources, connections and opportunities. We'll…
Opportunities for Public Communication of Science
Join a panel of speakers to be inspired about how as a graduate student or postdoc you could take advantage of opportunities to engage in communication of your research, science in general, and best of all, share your passion with public audiences! Q&A and informal discussion will follow. This public panel session kicks off the…
Prepare for the NIH Career Symposium
Get ready for the NIH Career Symposium! 1. all zoom links to attend will be in the whova app 2. join this pre-conference orientation on HOW TO USE THE CAREER SYMPOSIUM EFFECTIVELY May 09, 2022 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Register Now Join for 30 minutes to prepare yourself for the symposium. Learn why the…
NIH Career Symposium: Academic Careers
A great forum to network across an astounding array of employment sectors, have conversations with professionals, learn what kinds of positions are in those sectors, how to be a competitive applicant, and resources to help you on your job hunt! Over 260 speakers to network with! Learn more and register now. All sessions are online.…
NIH Career Symposium: Industry Careers
A great forum to network across an astounding array of employment sectors, have conversations with professionals, learn what kinds of positions are in those sectors, how to be a competitive applicant, and resources to help you on your job hunt! Over 260 speakers to network with! Learn more and register now. All sessions are online.…
NIH Career Symposium: Policy, Communication, Government Careers
A great forum to network across an astounding array of employment sectors, have conversations with professionals, learn what kinds of positions are in those sectors, how to be a competitive applicant, and resources to help you on your job hunt! Over 260 speakers to network with! Learn more and register now. All sessions are online.…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
ComSciCon-NY
Calling all science communicators! Apply now to join June 3 and 4, 2022. The 2022 ComSciCon-NY conference will be held online with in-person networking in Ithaca and Buffalo. Learn more about the ComSciCon-NY 2022 speakers ComSciCon-NY is a communicating science conference for STEM graduate students and post-doctoral researchers from universities based in New York (Ithaca,…
Options are Power – bookclub
Join us in person Friday June 10 from noon-1:30pm over lunch with author Donna Peters MBA'99 for a discussion of Options are Power: Career Strategies for High Performers Who Want a Life. Quoting Amazon: “No matter where you are right now, you need options. When you have options, you’re in control. You make decisions from…
Reaching the Peak: A Science & Technology Career Summit
Registration is now open for Reaching the Peak: A Science & Technology Career Summit, Research!America’s second annual summit for early career researchers, on June 15, 2022, from 11-6 p.m. ET. During this one-day virtual event, early career researchers will have the opportunity to explore an array of career paths, network with fellow researchers, participate in professional…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Creating an Employer Ready LinkedIn Profile
We'll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ --so you will need to bring your own computer. We plan to send out some handy tips to…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Taking Action: How Do I Become an Ally?
OnlineRacial bias and prejudice can be present in all sectors of business and institutions. Since the uprisings of 2020, many professionals have wondered how to get involved in social justice and anti-racism. If you ever asked yourself, “How do I become an ally,” this webinar is for you. Anti-Hate Training Coordinator Cat Shieh will integrate Asian…
Resume Workshop for Humanists & Social Scientists
OnlineThis workshop will introduce participants to the genre of the resume and discuss how to translate your graduate-level humanities and social science experience for employers outside academia. The focus will be on job searches within the U.S. The workshop will be led by Derek Attig (they/them), a History PhD with more than 7 years' experience in graduate…
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
Leveraging Social Media for Professional Opportunities
OnlineHow do you present yourself to the world? Are you effectively promoting your brand on social media? Jazmine Benjamin will teach you how to navigate social media to promote your personal brand, grow your network, and maintain consistency across your platforms for better opportunities. This workshop is part of he Association for Women in Science…
AWIS Virtual Career Fair
Seeking STEM career opportunities? The Association of Women in Science (AWIS) is delighted to host this unique, free opportunity for STEM professionals on August 24! At the AWIS Virtual Career Fair, you'll expand your network, and connect directly with hiring managers in private, one-on-one conversations. For more information and to register, visit the AWIS Virtual…
Finding Your Research Voice Workshop
August 26 and August 27 (9am-4pm both days, must attend both) Learning to tell a compelling research story can have a significant impact on your career. It can make you stand out at professional conferences, on the job market, or during an ideal networking opportunity. It is easy to tell a research story badly. We…
Finding Your Research Voice Workshop
August 26 and August 27 (9am-4pm both days, must attend both) Learning to tell a compelling research story can have a significant impact on your career. It can make you stand out at professional conferences, on the job market, or during an ideal networking opportunity. It is easy to tell a research story badly. We…
BD Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) Virtual Info Session
OnlinePhD Students and Postdocs: Learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program, one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. Info Sessions VIRTUAL: WHEN: Sept 8th @ 2 PM ET, Sept 14th @ 5…
Careers Beyond Academia gives you a leg up
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you in your strategy and get the most out of our services. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign…
BD Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) Virtual Info Session
OnlinePhD Students and Postdocs: Learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program, one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. Info Sessions VIRTUAL: WHEN: Sept 8th @ 2 PM ET, Sept 14th @ 5…
BD Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) Virtual Info Session
OnlinePhD Students and Postdocs: Learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program, one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. Info Sessions VIRTUAL: WHEN: Sept 8th @ 2 PM ET, Sept 14th @ 5…
Non-Academic Job Search Resources for Positions In and Outside of the U.S.
ZoomAre you considering career options beyond academia? Are you wondering if there are jobs outside of the U.S. that you might be interested in? Do you have questions about where to start the process? Join us in a session that we discuss some resources and tips for your job search for the positions both in…
BD Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) In-Person Info Session
226 Weill Hall 237 Tower Road, Ithaca, NYPhD Students and Postdocs: Learn about BD’s Technology Leadership Development Program, one of the premier career-accelerating opportunities in the med tech industry, along with insider interview & resume tips that will give you a leg up for your transition to industry. Info Sessions IN-PERSON: We’re looking forward to being able to connect with you in-person;…
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
Learn to Tell Your Story
Virtual Session NYThe first question you will likely get in an interview situation: “Tell me about yourself and why you are interested in our company.” Don’t miss your first opportunity to shine! Attend this workshop to gain the skills to adapt your story to any audience. Register now for this free event.
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
Biotech Networks Webinar & Networking
Virtual Session NYAre you interested in drug discovery work in industry? Attend this free webinar for a chance to learn what the drivers are, and to network with professionals in the sector. For more information and online registration, visit Biotech Networks Webinar & Networking: Your Roadmap for Expanding Drug Discovery Programs in 2023
ASCB: Tips for a Killer Scientific Poster Presentation
ZoomIn this webinar from the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB), experts will talk about the tips and tricks to prepare the best poster and pitch it perfectly to the audience. Speakers: Mike Morrison, UX Designer, Researchable Susi Varvayanis, Executive Director, Careers Beyond Academia, Cornell University For more information and to register visit the event…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Weill Institute Career Workshop Alumni Panel
ZoomJoin the Weill Institute for a chance to hear the tips and tricks of job searching from alumni. Featuring: Alex Batrouni, BERG LLC Melanie Maurer, 23andMe Heather Meyer, Mozza Foods Arnold Muccini, Biogen Ethan Sanfaord, IQVIA Zoom link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/98425202275?p-#success Meeting ID: 984 2520 2275 Passcode: WCareer
Founder-led Biotech Summit
Virtual Session NYFounder-led Biotech Summit is a free online summit that convenes biotech founders, PhDs, scientists, investors and leaders. Taking place Oct 31-Nov. 4. A great way to expand your network to learn about exciting new ventures to join and how to approach starting your own venture. Speaker list and how to register: https://founderledbio.com/
Careers for PhDs: UX Research
Zoom NYAmong the most rapidly growing and dynamic job sectors in which to apply your doctoral-level research background is the UX (User Experience) domain. PhDs in the humanities and humanistic social sciences bring a combination of analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills in high demand for UX positions across a huge range of fields and settings. A…
Careers for PhDs: UX Research
ZoomAmong the most rapidly growing and dynamic job sectors in which to apply your doctoral-level research background is the UX (User Experience) domain. PhDs in the humanities and humanistic social sciences bring a combination of analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills in high demand for UX positions across a huge range of fields and settings. A…
Career Path Series: Start-Ups
Zoom NYRecently, there has been a surge in start-up spinoffs from academic institutions, creating opportunities for PhD and postdoc fellows to take their research into the commercial space. This rise of start-ups requires individuals to play multiple roles such as creating the organization (i.e. identifying the employee structure), managing a lab, fundraising, communicating the mission to diverse audiences, creating short-term strategies…
Financial Literacy
102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NYOn Monday, Nov. 14th, we will be having an alumnus come to speak to Careers Beyond Academia for anyone who wants to get exposure to Financial Literacy! The session will be held in 102 Mann Library at 2:00pm ET. During his session, the speaker will target various topics such as Budgeting, Why to Invest, How to…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Building Backwards to Biotech-Driving Cutting Edge Science to Market
Stocking Hall, Room 148Ever wondered how research makes it out of the lab and to patients? Start-ups, entrepreneurship, and biotechnology are proven methods for bringing novel science off the bench and to the market, where they have the potential to impact real people’s health and lives for the better. Alumna Stephanie Wisner (A&S '16 Chemistry) will share her…
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
Flagship Pioneering Fellowship info session
WebinarWhether your goal is to pursue a career at the intersection of science and business, try something different, or gain exposure to Flagship’s world class network, the Fellows Program offers a unique set of desirable skills and experiences for your next step. Attend this info session hosted by Careers Beyond Academia to learn more about…
NYAS Career Path Series: Science Policy
WebinarCareers in science policy exist in a wide variety of settings including government, international, professional associations, academia, industry, lobbying firms, and law firms. Policy influences our lives across various issues and requires evidence-based, strategic communication, community engagement, and support for decision makers. Science Policy offers graduate & postdoctoral fellows the opportunity to implement their research…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session
ZoomDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…
Ask GFI: Alt Protein Careers
WebinarAre you interested in working in the alternative protein field? Join The Good Food Institute to learn more about what it takes to pursue an academic or industry career in this rapidly growing space. Register here https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qdEaPZBHSXinyhTO1V1tsw
CNY Humanities Corridor: Book Publishing Workshops
WebinarScholars from all eleven Central New York (CNY) Humanities Corridor institutions (including Cornell) are invited to sign up for one or both sections of a free Book Publishing Workshop with Laura Portwood-Stacer, Friday, December 16, organized by the Corridor Futures & Initiatives (HF4) Working Group: Land a Publisher for Your Scholarly Book (12-1:30pm EST) Write an Outstanding Book Proposal (1:45pm-3:15pm EST) Register for…
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
OnlineOnline, self-paced training to gain a deeper understanding of Lean and Six Sigma tools within the DMAIC* methodology. Held between December 20, 2022 and January 17, 2023. Read about other Cornellians who have benefitted from this training in the past. In partnership with Binghamton University, all interested Cornell graduate students can register for the reduced negotiated Careers…
Preparing for Interviews with Industry
Stocking Hall, Room 148Cornell Institute for Food Systems and Careers Beyond Academia invite you to a brown bag workshop for STEM graduate students and postdocs with Christophe Galopin, Ph.D. ’99, VP Global Sensorial Experience Technologies, Human and Animal Nutrition S&T, Archer-Daniels-Midland. This workshop will focus on the interview process and how to present yourself most effectively during interviews…
PhD level STEM-focused employer networking
An online opportunity to meet with a wide variety of employers--targeted at PhD students and postdocs. In partnership with Cornell Career Services, please register through Handshake. (for postdocs: please contact Christine Holmes to manually enter your contact info to access Handshake privileges)
Enroll in GRAD 9110 Professional Career Foundations
Practical tips to focus a job search, develop strategies to identify a meaningful career and empower you to make an impact. Through discussions, immersive activities and professional networking, participants will hone communication of their strengths and fit to employers’ needs to set themselves apart as top candidates. Enrollment preference given to second- and third-year doctoral…
Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion
Zoom NYDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
InSITE Fellowship Info Session
WebinarThe InSITE Fellowship is a leadership development program that creates community for graduate students and postdocs interested in entrepreneurship, VC, and consulting. Partner with high-potential startups in 10-week engagements to identify key challenges and opportunities, set deliverables and drive meaningful growth. Create your own career path through educational and mentorship programming to support your growth as…
SAi forum featuring Martina G. Efeyini
Zoom NYJoin the monthly SAi forum featuring Martina G. Efeyini, 2021 Science News Civic Science Fellow, as she shares how she uses civic science and journalism to reach Gen Z audiences. The forum will take place Thursday, February 16, 2023, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Join the Zoom session. Civic Science Fellow project: Martina is working to…
NYAS Career Path Series: Science Public Relations
WebinarAre you looking for a career that interfaces science, scientific writing, promotion, and public relations? Public Relations is a great opportunity to work with individuals across a range of industry and provide communication strategies to effectively communicate services and products. The rise in diagnostics, drugs, therapeutics, vaccines, and medical technologies means a greater need for…
Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion
Zoom NYDoes your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
Entrepreneur First lunch and learn, 1:1s
eHub Kennedy Hall (106b)Entrepreneur First is the best place in the world to meet a co-founder that can join you to tackle global problems. It's where ambitious people who know that finding the right partner is more important than the right idea gather. The best of the best exclusively, recruited from all across North America. For the first time,…
Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile
341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NYIn person only, held in 341 Caldwell Hall. Sessions limited to 15 people, as it is highly interactive. Sign up for your preferred date to join Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile on this google sheet We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a…
Prototyping Hardware Accelerator Info Session
eHub Collegetown 409 College Ave, IthacaCome learn more abut the summer prototyping hardware accelerator program! 5-6pm at the eHub Collegetown space RSVP now
Fireside chat with P&G alumni on career opportunities
Olin Hall 128If you are interested in a career of applied research beyond academia and are within 24 months of completing your doctoral program or post-doc appointment at Cornell, please read on and sign up here to get your questions answered. Procter & Gamble is hiring qualified doctoral and postdoctoral scientists for a variety of challenging Research…
BioEntrepreneurship Initiative Info Session
OnlineLearn more about how you can benefit from participating in the the BioEntrepreneurship Initiative. RSVP now for this online info session. Even if you are not able to apply this year, get info to strengthen your application or help you decide it's not for you and/or network to learn about the various offerings in the…
Technology Innovation Workshop
Today we'll cover the essentials of intellectual property for startups. Led by Frank DeCosta and Phillip Owh, the presentation will include IP dos and don’ts, patent filing, and tips on how to leverage Cornell’s Center for Technology Licensing (CTL). DeCosta is a widely regarded expert in patent litigation and a partner at Finnegan Henderson, a…
NYAS Career Path Series: Intellectual Property & Patent Law
WebinarPatent Law is a growing career opportunity for scientists to transition into after obtaining their PhD or after a postdoctoral fellowship and continue to learn the cutting-edge research being developed. As scientific research progresses, the need for scientific input is critical to developing patent applications and supporting the intellectual property needs of scientific organizations and…
Scientist Mentoring and Diversity Programs info session
Scientist Mentoring and Diversity Programs (SMDP) is one year career mentoring program pairs ethnically diverse students (Baccalaureate, Master or Ph.D.) and early career researchers with industry mentors who work at companies in the medical technology, biotechnology and consumer healthcare industries. With their mentors, Scholars attend a 5-day training session to learn about career opportunities in…
Choate Cocktails & Careers Event
WebinarChoate will host a patent and intellectual property virtual cocktail reception and career exploration event on Tuesday, March 14, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Graduate students and post-docs in Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering are invited to attend. Meet with Partners, Associates, Patent Agents and Staff Scientists from Choate, and learn how their expertise in science translates…
Digital Ag Hackathon Mar. 17-19
Schurman HallDo you know you don't have to be a coder to participate in a hackathon? The 'hack' refers to quickly and creatively getting to a viable solution to a pressing problem. A weekend commitment might change your mind that you'd like to work in a fast-paced innovative environment and let future employers know that you…