Professional photographs
Biotechnology Building, G01 Ithaca, NY, United StatesCareers in Academia / BEST is bringing back award winning portraitist Roger William Theise to take a professional headshot so you can look your best for your LinkedIn profile, and more. Dress professionally and be prepared to arrive 10 minutes early for your appointment. One reminder will be sent the Monday before confirming your time slot.…
Careers Beyond Academia Humanities Round Table Discussion
Zoom NY, United StatesExplore ways that Careers Beyond Academia can help PhD students and postdocs in the humanities identify career options in non-profits, industry and government organizations. Please come with questions and share your career needs.
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
250 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe’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/BEST Roundtable Discussion
3308 Martha Van Rensselaer Hall Cornell University, Ithaca, United StatesDiscussion of what services Careers Beyond Academia/BEST offers for PhD and postdoc students and how we can help explore opportunities.
A Job Interviewing Workshop
116 Upson Hall 124 Hoy Rd., Ithaca, NYCareers Beyond Academia will present an overview and tips on interviewing for jobs in industry, government and non-profits. This workshop is for PhD students and postdocs from all STEM fields. The workshop is being hosted by SiGMA (the Graduate Student Organization in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering) and Careers Beyond Academia/BEST.
Industry Recruiting Information Session for Doctoral Students and Postdocs
Hollister Hall – McManus Lounge, room 166 527 College Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United StatesMeet with P&G Doctoral Recruiting for a fireside chat with Henrique Aveiro about technical careers in industry. Refreshments provided. All fields are welcome, but specific fields of interest include Life Science (Micro, Biochemistry, Toxicology), Data Science, and IT. Do you have these qualities? Analytical Helpful Courageous Leadership Entrepreneurial Trustworthy Procter & Gamble is looking for…
Information Session about P&G Careers
206 Hollister Hall 167 College Ave., Ithaca, NY, United StatesMeet with P&G to learn about technical careers in industry. Open to undergrads, graduate students and postdocs. All fields are welcome, but specific fields of interest include Life Science (Micro, Biochemistry, Toxicology), Data Science, and IT. Refreshments provided. If you have these qualities Analytical Helpful Courageous Leadership Entrepreneurial Trustworthy Procter & Gamble is looking for…
Communication Workshop
Plant Sciences 143This weekend workshop trains researchers in the sciences (including natural sciences, engineering, experimental social sciences, etc.) to communicate effectively with nonscientists such as policy makers, political stakeholders, the media, and the general public. Training activities may include role-play, mini lectures, reading/discussion, hands-on writing blog posts and other outreach materials, real-time practice being interviewed for the…
ASAP Science Policy Work Session (2020 Election Initiative)
104 Olin Library 161 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NYAs part of the NSPN 2020 Election Initiative, we'll work in groups to compile meta-reviews on different science policy topics, which will serve as easy references for candidates and laypersons interested in different science policy issues. Potential topics include: climate change/clean energy, gene editing, regulating emerging technologies, and disinformation in science. Dinner provided. Please use…
CV to Resume
703 Olin Library 161 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NYPlease join us for this hands-on workshop. Bring your CV and questions with you. The workshop will focus on basics, key words and topics that highlight your PhD skillsets for careers in industry, non-profit or government. This workshop will focus on Humanities, Arts and Social Science PhD students and Postdocs. The workshop will be presented…
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
250 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe’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…
On (Not Quite) Leaving Academia: Navigating a Post-PhD Professional Life
Goldwin Smith Hall – English Lounge 232 East Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United StatesDr. Colesworthy will speak to graduate students in the humanities about how she navigated her career beyond the PhD. She will describe her employment history and work experiences in the nonprofit sector to help students envision the non-linear career path PhDs often follow. In addition to sharing her career trajectory, Dr. Colesworthy will: speak about…
Workshop: Ethnographic and Semiotic Approaches in Consulting
Zoom NY, United StatesEmily Levitt (PhD 2018 Cornell, Anthropology) made the transition from academia to commercial consulting. In this workshop, she’ll provide an overview of how ethnography and other methods from the humanities are used today in commercial consulting, using case studies from her own career as examples. In addition, she’ll discuss some of the pitfalls and difficulties…
Frame Yourself – How to Present Yourself as an Ideal Job Candidate
Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesAn informational workshop to help Ph.D. students and postdocs frame themselves as ideal job candidates. Workshop includes defining your brand (marketing terminology that refers to your identifiable skills and expertise,) transferrable skills, keywords, and a chance to share what future workshops would help you interview for your ideal job. Workshop will be 3:00 pm to…
Baptism by fire: Oh I mean a systematic approach to talking good
201 Stocking Hall 411 Tower Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesScience is so much more than lab tests, experiments and analysis – it’s about our ability to resonate with peers, media, decision makers, industry, and the public. Perhaps more than ever, communicating our science effectively and succinctly can be the difference between making an impact vs. missing opportunities to make the world a better place.…
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe’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…
Job Search Refresher
102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesCover job search process for careers beyond academia, networking and cold emailing, build resume with experiential opportunities and framing yourself for next steps. Light refreshments will be served. This event is presented by Careers Beyond Academia/BEST and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies.
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe’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 in Industry
Mann Library, Room 102 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, New YorkLearn about different types of industry careers. Come join this panel discussion and interactive networking session with PhDs who represent various sectors. The speakers will share their advice, pros and cons of working in this environment, and how they transitioned from academia. Come armed with your own questions which will be discussed throughout the session.…
Creating an Employer Ready Linked In Profile and Online Presence
Zoom NY, United StatesThis interactive workshop provides tips to differentiate yourself and create a profile that appeals to employers on LinkedIn. We will discuss how you can frame yourself and skills online. The workshop will include activities on writing a tagline, identification of opportunities and how to present your skillset. Computers are required. We will send out a…
Winter Pathways to Success Symposium
Biotechnology Building, Room G10 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United StatesThis one-day event is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master’s students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide participants with information and tools useful for their time at Cornell and beyond.
Your Career, Your Community
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesAs a PhD student or postdoc would you like to use your expertise to work on local projects that you can then leverage for future career opportunities? A collaboration between Cornell's Careers Beyond Academia and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County is offering lunch and a chance to hear about current local opportunities as well as…
Your Career, Your Community
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesAs a PhD student or postdoc would you like to use your expertise to work on local projects that you can then leverage for future career opportunities? A collaboration between Cornell’s Careers Beyond Academia and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County is offering lunch and a chance to hear about current local opportunities as well…
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile Workshop
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe'll start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. Please bring your computer. We will email a worksheet prior to the event. Due to the interactive workshop space is limited to 15 people.…
Careers In and Beyond Academia
102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesInformation sessions for PhD students and Postdocs on resources and career pathway exploration opportunities. Presented by CIRTL, Careers Beyond Academia and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies. To Register Accessibility Requests We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should contact gradcareers@cornell.edu. We ask that…
Careers In and Beyond Academia
102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesInformation sessions for Ph.D. students and postdocs on resources and career pathway exploration opportunities. Presented by CIRTL at Cornell, Careers Beyond Academia, and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies. Register
Finding Your Research Voice Workshop
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 provide specific presentation ideas and field tested exercises that will help…
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile Workshop
100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United StatesWe will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. Please bring your computer. We will work email a worksheet prior to the the event. Due to the interactive workshop, space is limited…
Opportunities for Public Communication of Science
Opportunities for Public Communication of Science panel discussion Friday March 6 at 4:30-7:00pm-this session is open to the public and will feature panelists from Cornell and the community. Held in Plant Sciences 143, includes pizza and veggies Speakers: Tristan Fehr (he/they) is a science communicator, LGBTQIA+ community advocate, and scientist. As a PhD student in…
Communication Workshop (COMM 5660)
143 Plant Science 236 Tower Rd., Ithaca, NYStarting with a public panel discussion on Opportunities for Public Communication of Science, this weekend workshop trains researchers in the sciences (including natural sciences, engineering, experimental social sciences, etc.) to communicate effectively with nonscientists such as policy makers, political stakeholders, the media, and the general public. Training activities may include role-play, mini lectures, reading/discussion, hands-on…
CV to Resume Workshop
Zoom NY, United StatesThis hands-on workshop is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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 workshop is open to all PhD…
CV to Resume Workshop
Zoom NY, United StatesThis hands-on workshop is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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 workshop is open to all PhD…
Careers Beyond Academia Information Session – Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies
170 Uris HallThis event is CANCELLED. It will be rescheduled in Fall 2020. Join us for an information session about how we can help you make informed decisions for career choices in government, non-profits and industry. Our program works with you to test-drive career opportunities through career panels, individual and group sessions, site visits and more. For…
Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile Workshop
ZoomWe will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. Zoom Attendance: Zoom link To Register. For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive to make our events accessible to…
Tips for a Memorable 5 Minute Research Pitch
WebinarIn this webinar, Susi Varvayanis, Executive Director Cornell University Graduate School's Careers Beyond Academia will provide tips for a memorable research pitch. 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…
Reframing Your Job Search
ZoomThis event will be available via Zoom. Please email gradcareers@cornell.edu if you are interested in participating and we will send you a Zoom link. This workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. We will focus on career options, strategies and techniques to explore career options in industry,…
Tips for 5 Minute Memorable Research Presentation Pitch
Zoom NY, United StatesThis event will provide tips in creating a memorable research presentation. 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 of this webinar, learners will…
Public writing and inclusive teaching workshops
POSTPONED –details to follow– Speaker Dr. David M. Perry is a columnist for Pacific Standard Magazine and a freelance journalist, covering politics, history, education, and disability. Dr. Perry will lead two interactive workshops–open to all Cornell graduate students and interested postdocs–whose purpose is also to equip them with the necessary skills for a career outside the professoriate. Writing…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Workshop
ZoomThis event will be available via Zoom. Please email gradcareers@cornell.edu if you are interested in participating and we will send you a Zoom link. We will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Creating An Employer Ready LinkedIn Workshop
ZoomWe will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. We will email a worksheet and the zoom link the day prior to the event. To Register. Accessibility Requests We strive to make…
Creating An Employer Ready LinkedIn Workshop
ZoomWe will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. We will email a worksheet and the zoom link the day prior to the event. To Register. Accessibility Requests We strive to make…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
Careers Beyond Academia Coffee Chats
ZoomPlease join us for informal chats. Topics include: What can we do right now to explore job options? What resources can we connect with at Cornell? How do I even start a job search? Discussions will be with different students across disciplines as well as staff (Susi Varvayanis and Denise DiRienzo) who can answer administrative…
CV To Resume Workshop
Zoom NY, United StatesThis hands-on workshop is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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 workshop is open to all PhD…
CV To Resume Workshop
ZoomThis webinar is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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…
Tips for a 5 Minute Research Presentation
ZoomThis event will provide tips for creating a memorable research presentation. 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 of this webinar, learners will…
Tips for a 5 Minute Research Presentation
ZoomThis event will provide tips for creating a memorable research presentation. 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 of this webinar, learners will…
LinkedIn – A Beginner’s Workshop to Creating a LinkedIn Profile
ZoomWe will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. We will email a worksheet prior to the event. To Register. A zoom link will be sent to all registrants. Accessibility Requests We…
LinkedIn Profile – Advanced
ZoomThis is the mid-level workshop. Prerequisite would be the Create Your LinkedIn Profile. In this advanced workshop we will share feedback and keywords. We will share profiles and expand the body of your LinkedIn Profile. Each participant should have a basic profile they are willing to share. To Register. A zoom link will be sent…
CV To Resume Workshop
ZoomThis webinar is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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…
Frame Yourself for Your Job Search
ZoomThis workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. 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 and…
CV to Resume Workshop
ZoomThis webinar is geared towards Humanities PhD students and postdocs that are exploring career options. It 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…
Reframing Your Research and Teaching: The Scholar as Producer
ZoomHumanities students and scholars – are you wondering how to refocus your skills? What skills are in demand in the workplace? How a job in industry, non-profits, governments and think tanks can be fulfilling and intellectually stimulating? Attend this skill building workshop! Presented by Jon McKenzie Professor of Practice, Department of English Faculty Affiliate, Bronfenbrenner Center…
Summer Pathways to Success (P2S) Series: Career Panel – Careers In and Beyond Academia
Zoom NY, United StatesSummer Pathways to Success (P2S) Series: Career Panel – Careers In and Beyond Academia June 3 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Pathways to Success is the Graduate School’s framework for helping graduate and professional students and postdoctoral scholars be successful in their research and scholarship, and establish necessary skills for their future careers. The…
Frame Yourself for Your Job Search
ZoomThis workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. 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…