Pathways to Progress: CV or Resume Review (All Graduate Levels)
Date: Friday, January 24, 2025 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
View Event Details for Pathways to Progress: CV or Resume Review (All Graduate Levels)Pathways to Progress: Build Your Self-Advocacy Toolkit
Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Time: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
View Event Details for Pathways to Progress: Build Your Self-Advocacy ToolkitNSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
Students who have previously earned a master’s degree (at least two years prior) must submit their NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) applications before enrolling (registering for classes) in their PhD programs. Doctoral applicants interested in applying for the NSF GRFP must submit their applications simultaneously with their PhD program applications.
External Opportunities
University of Maryland graduate students have been highly successful in competing for fellowships awarded by outside agencies such as the National Science Foundation, the Social Science Research Council, and the Ford Foundation. Even if you have a funding guarantee from your department, there are compelling reasons to apply for a competitive external fellowship.
Interviewing Tips for International Students & Scholars
Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024Time: 12:00-1:00pmLocation: OnlineThis workshop is designed to help international students and scholars navigate the unique challenges of job interviews.
View Event Details for Interviewing Tips for International Students & ScholarsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
This page is organized around several themes, and you can click on the "+" to expand each accordion and see answers and resources to commonly asked questions for doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars at University of Maryland. These categories are:
- Manage Your Career
- Timing & Planning
- Resources on Resume, CV, and General Application Materials
- Career Exploration
- Job Search
- Networking
Additional Mentoring Resources
Establishing a Mentoring Relationship
When a postdoc begins their position, the postdoc and their faculty mentor/supervisor should meet to discuss their shared expectations. Creating an Individual Development Plan (IDP) helps postdocs and their mentors assess skills, identify short and long term goals, and determine a plan for achieving research, professional, and career goals.
Qualities of Effective Mentoring
Effective mentoring takes effort and is mastered through experience. Mentoring requires good interpersonal skills: listening, empathy, and problem solving. Good mentoring practices vary according to the needs and stage of professional and academic development of each mentee. Effective mentoring requires planning and thought to help the mentee develop into a fully independent researcher.