Beyond the Professoriate is hosting a series of free events to support graduate student and postdoctoral professional and career development. These events are free and open to anyone. On October 16th at 12pm EST, there will be a panel discussion …
You’re not alone. Many graduate students question whether they are prepared to do the work they do. Here’s how to overcome that feeling and recognize your strengths. Read advice from the American Psychological Association.
The Council on Latin American & Iberian Studies (CLAIS) and the European Studies Council (ESC) invite submissions for a new photo and essay contest on the theme, “Reflections on Research.” How have you, as young scholars, continued with your research? …
The Yale Center for Collaborative Arts & Media (CCAM) has some amazing virtual events coming up the next three days. Drop in on their website and register to participate:
9/16 @ 7pm – CCAM Wednesday Wisdom: Archive Aesthetics and Community Storytelling
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Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program Class of 2021 Accepting Applications
The launch of the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program Class of 2021 Application is just around the corner! The application opens on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Noon (Eastern Time) and closes on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Noon (Eastern …
In lieu of changing recruiting tactics as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, employers are increasingly moving to virtual platforms by which to engage with students through career fairs, networking events, and information sessions. While student objectives may remain the same, …
The Graduate-Undergraduate Mentorship Initiative (GUMI) Mentor Database is now live! There are over 150 (and counting!) listings of knowledgeable postdocs, graduate, and professional students from every school and department at Yale, eager to provide their experience, wisdom, and advice to …
Employers value many skills in addition to the technical knowledge in your discipline that you have honed while at Yale. These skills are called “transferable” because they can be employed in a range of employer settings. The skills most cited …
Before you Start: Set Goals
Take time to reflect on your upcoming experience: why did you choose it, what do you want to get from it? Think about the specific hard (e.g. coding, excel) and soft (e.g. communication, presenting) skills …
McDougal Career Fellows are GSAS students who serve as your ambassadors to the Office of Career Strategy. This year’s 2020-21 Fellows are:
Brian Bink, 4th year PhD, Psychology
Max Clayton, 2nd year PhD, American Studies
Molly Grun, 5th year PhD, …