Events
This session is directed toward doctoral students and postdocs. Learn how to identify, plan for, and implement your dream career in small, manageable steps by leveraging career resources and events available to all UMD doctoral students and postdocs. Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
The Rita B. Leahy Career Series for PhDs brings current doctoral students, postdocs, and Maryland alumni together to meet and explore career opportunities for PhDs. Each session of the series focuses on one broad career area and features alumni from different disciplines doing meaningful work related to that area. The 2020-2021 series features eight sessions focused on careers in: research, data science, biotechnology, federal agencies, policy and advocacy, entrepreneurial ventures, communications, and public health. Specific dates and times, registration links, and the names of the alumni speakers for each session are listed on the series website: go.umd.edu/leahyseries.
Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact Dr. Susan Martin (smarti18@umd.edu).
Do you need to create or polish up your resume, CV, or cover letter? This workshop is designed to teach you the best practices for preparing effective job search documents. Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
You thought writing your thesis dissertation was a challenge. . .wait until you have to format it! Betteryet, don’t wait! Instead, join us for aFormatting Friday to learn about what you need to do to format your thesis ordissertation for submission to ProQuest. No registration for these drop-in sessions;just bring your document and your questions.
For more information, contact Linda Macri (lmacri@umd.edu).
This session is created for those seeking to learn the truth about the academic job market, especially with the impact of COVID, and what makes a competitive candidate, including the resources for those interested in pursuing faculty careers. We will also be discussing if academia is the right path for you. All registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
This new series of eight virtual employer visits, specifically for PhDs, makes learning about potential employers very convenient for busy doctoral students and postdocs.
Attendees will learn about the featured organization and its work culture as well as the types of work that PhDs do and typical entry points for employment. Attendees can also expect to gain valuable advice from UMD PhD alumni and Human Resources professionals about effective networking and job search strategies.
All sessions are on Fridays, 12-1 pm via Zoom. Spring 2021 dates: 1/14, 2/19, 3/26, 4/16, and 6/18.
Registration links and the details about the featured organization, PhD alumni, and HR professionals presenting at each session are available at: https://go.umd.edu/phdemployervisits.
For more information, contact Dr. Susan Martin (smarti18@umd.edu).
If you are a doctoral student or a postdoc seeking careers in industry and non-profits, come learn about the most effective job search strategies for entering the market. Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
The Rita B. Leahy Career Series for PhDs brings current doctoral students, postdocs, and Maryland alumni together to meet and explore career opportunities for PhDs. This session focuses on careers in entrepreneurial ventures and start-ups.
Panelists: Douglas Arion (Executive Director at Mountains of Stars - Public Science Education and Outreach), Doug Henderson (Scientist at SIMULATE)
For more information, contact Dr. Susan Martin (smarti18@umd.edu).
Networking and informational interviews are powerful tools for exploring career options. Attendees will learn specific ways in this brief workshop about the best ways to network and conduct informational interviews. Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
You've landed an interview, but what do you do to prepare? Attendees of this workshop will learn what to do (and avoid) before, during, and after interviews. Registration is required in C4T.
For more information, contact April Fuller (amfuller@umd.edu).
