Job Search
The Doctoral Job Search
Conducting an effective job search in and outside of academia requires uncovering opportunities and presenting your qualifications in a powerful and persuasive way. Online resources, events and workshops are available to help doctoral students and postdoctoral associates:
- Write well constructed CVs, resumes, cover letters, personal statements
- Conduct an organized academic job search
- Search for job postings in private industry, government and nonprofits on job search websites
- Leverage career fairs and other career and professional events; increase and improve the use of networking techniques
- Evaluate and negotiate job and salary offers
Organize Your Search
- Make a plan and keep a record of your activities
- Put dedicated time in your calendar for job search and set weekly goals
- Maintain a database of contact info for those you meet who are helpful to your search
- Record dates of contact and keep notes and action items from your interactions
- Maintain a log of jobs you’ve applied for and the status of each
- Be sure to send follow up with "thank you" emails, informational interviews and actual job interviews