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SUMMARY:Cornell Career Fair Days
DESCRIPTION:Cornell Career Fair Days provides a forum for Cornellians to meet with a wide variety of employers over a three-day period\, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government and not-for-profits. Organizations are invited to attend one or all fair days to increase visibility\, to illustrate the benefits of employment with them\, and to provide information to Cornell students about entry-level jobs\, co-op opportunities\, and internships. \nRegister in Handshake to access career fair preparation resources\, receive important employer updates\, and maximize your career fair experience. You MUST have your Cornell ID to enter this event. \nMore information on schedule.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/cornell-career-fair-days/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Barton Hall\, 117 Statler Drive\, Ithaca\, New York\, 14853
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
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SUMMARY:Career Value Storytelling with Amy Cheney
DESCRIPTION:How do you respond when someone asks\, “Tell me about yourself?” \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn a practical framework for developing a compelling career story “hook” that communicates their unique value. Graduate students and postdocs will practice translating their research and academic experiences into language that resonates with employers\, gaining greater confidence in interviews\, networking\, and professional conversations. \nJoin Amy Cheney and Careers Beyond Academia for an interactive workshop to improve your skills to network and interview:\nDate: Monday\, September 14\, 2026\nTime: noon-2pm\, with opportunities for questions until 2:15pm Eastern\nLocation: online; Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event\nRegister now: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Er3X4Nkiw8ZZLU\nTarget audience: Ph.D.\, research Master’s\, MBA students in any discipline seeing to improve networking and interviewing skills\nOpen to: graduate students and postdocs from Cornell University and other IVY+ institutions  \nSome pre-work will be offered to help prompt reflection prior to the workshop so you can get the most out of the practice! \nAbout the facilitator\nAmy Beth Cheney is a Career Storytelling and Leadership Communication Strategist with more than 25 years of sales and leadership experience in companies\, including executive roles at Bloomberg and Dataminr. Throughout her career\, she has hired\, coached\, and mentored professionals at every stage\, from recent graduates to senior executives\, helping them communicate their value and advance their careers. \nAmy is a Visiting Lecturer at Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management and Cornell Tech\, where she teaches Personal Selling and develops workshops on career storytelling\, networking\, and interview communication. Her work helps graduate students translate their research\, experiences\, and strengths into stories that resonate with employers. \nShe holds an MBA from Cornell University\, is a Certified Professional Coach (iPEC)\, and works with individuals and organizations to strengthen communication\, build confidence\, and navigate pivotal career moments. \nAbout the host\nCareers Beyond Academia is in Cornell’s Graduate School Office of Career and Professional Development. Serving over 5000 doctoral and research master’s students in 100 fields of study\, we provide resources\, skill-building workshops and 1:1 consultations to empower you\, and help you explore and try on different career options so you can set yourself apart from other candidates to succeed in the role of your dreams. \nSusi Sturzenegger Varvayanis is Executive Director of the Careers Beyond Academia initiative at Cornell University\, where she dedicates her work to empowering graduate students to confidently navigate and thrive in diverse careers across employment sectors. With a deeply interdisciplinary approach\, her cross-sector career balances early-stage startup\, academic and National Institutes of Health (NIH) research with extensive business and workforce development experience in the U.S. and abroad. She leverages her expertise across science\, business\, and academia to design innovative experiential learning that equips the next generation of scientists and scholars with the tools\, confidence\, and career agency to thrive across academia\, industry\, government and non-profits.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-value-storytelling-with-amy-cheney/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T183000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Value | Translating Your Ph.D. Beyond the Faculty Job Market
DESCRIPTION:Your Ph.D. has prepared you for far more than the faculty job market—but how do you communicate that to employers? \nHear from humanities Ph.D. alumni who have built meaningful careers across government\, higher education\, nonprofit\, and corporate sectors. They will share how they reframed their doctoral training\, presented their skills in application materials and interviews\, and found work aligned with their interests and values. \nThe event features a moderated panel and followed by small group breakout conversations\, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and learn from alumni in a more personable setting. \nThis event is open to all graduate students\, postdoctoral scholars\, and alumni. \nFeatured Alumni: \nMark Barber\, Ph.D. Philosophy | Head of Product at XQ Message \n \nMark Barber is a product leader with a PhD in analytic philosophy and currently serves as Head of Product at XQ Message. He has spent much of his career working with emerging technologies\, including blockchain\, smart cities\, asynchronous education\, and cybersecurity. Today\, he leads a product group building and delivering enterprise software into high-security environments\, with responsibility spanning product strategy\, commercialization\, and taking complex security and compliance products from concept through deployment. Before moving into technology\, Mark taught philosophy at the university level\, giving him firsthand experience of the transition from academia into industry\, and he has since been actively involved in promoting academic engagement within industry\, including chairing a committee focused on non-academic career pathways for philosophers. \nLinda Louie\, Ph.D. Translation Studies\, Department of French  | Career & Workforce Development Coach & Consultant at Berkeley Lab \n \nLinda Louie is a Career Development Specialist at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab\, and leads a boutique research workforce mobility consultancy. She holds a PhD in Translation Studies from the Department of French at UC Berkeley\, and a BA in Comparative Literature and Linguistic Anthropology from Cornell University. Her work experience spans human rights nonprofits\, higher education\, and government. For the past five years\, she has focused on leadership development for scientists. Highlights of this work include training postdocs to deliver three-minute research talks before members of Congress\, designing and delivering an organization-wide mentoring curriculum\, and convening discussions on AI and scientific data privacy. She has two children\, 3 and 5\, and was raised in Tucson\, AZ.  \nDaniel Singleton\, Ph.D. English\, Film\, & Media Studies | Education & Partnerships Associate at Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh \n \nDan Singleton earned his Ph.D. in English from the University of Rochester and has taught courses in film\, literature\, and writing at colleges across the country\, including the University of Rochester\, the University of Iowa\, and the University of Pittsburgh. More recently\, he has worked for nonprofit organizations in the Pittsburgh area. He believes strongly in using story to foster empathy and civic understanding\, and he is excited to bring his expertise in curriculum design\, Holocaust cinema\, and nonprofit work to the Holocaust Center’s education and community programs. Dan lives in Squirrel Hill with his wife\, daughter\, and two cats. Outside of work\, he enjoys reading postmodern novels\, listening to classic rock music on vinyl\, going to art and history museums\, and cheering for Pittsburgh sports teams. \nClick HERE to register for the event. \nCo-hosted by Cornell University\, Syracuse University\, and the University of Rochester. \nCo-sponsored by the Central New York Humanities Corridor. \n \nTo request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility contact mm2478@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least 3 days in advance.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/understanding-your-value-translating-your-ph-d-beyond-the-faculty-job-market/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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SUMMARY:Cornell Career Network Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Ho Plaza to celebrate the launch of the Cornell Career Network! Meet career staff\, learn about career resources and opportunities\, and connect with fellow students. Enjoy games\, ice cream\, popcorn\, giveaways\, and plenty of fun while discovering how the Cornell Career Network can support your career journey. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility contact Heather Fortenberry at hao3@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least 3 days in advance.This event is open to all undergraduate and graduate students. Registration is encouraged\, but walk-ins are also welcome.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/cornell-career-network-block-party/
LOCATION:Ho Plaza\, 136 Ho Plaza\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 Ivy+ Three Minute Thesis Competition
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Ivy+ Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition is an inter-institutional showcase hosted by Princeton University featuring winners from Columbia\, Cornell\, Dartmouth\, Princeton\, Stanford\, University of California Berkeley\, University of Chicago\, University of Pennsylvania\, and Yale. \nCheer on Cornell’s 2026 3MT winner\, Ellen van Wijngaarden\, as she competes for the Ivy+ title!  Audience members will vote to select the winner of People’s Choice Award.  \nView the Ivy+ 3MT website for more details\, and to register. \n 
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/2026-ivy-three-minute-thesis-competition/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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SUMMARY:NIH Career Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join the 2026 National Institutes of Health Career Symposium! This online\, multi-day event will highlight a broad range of career paths available to biomedical researchers. Panels and workshops throughout the symposium are designed to help postdocs and doctoral students in the life sciences explore new career paths\, learn more about a specific career\, and prepare for a successful job search. The Career Symposium will take place May 18-21\, 2026. Register to attend \nEvent highlights\n\nTen panels featuring professionals in a broad range of careers\, including pharmaceutical industry\, academic careers\, science policy\, and more!\nWorkshops to help you:\n\nNavigate a Changing Job Market\nDevelop Job Search Skills\nPlan for a Career Transition\n\n\nOpportunities to network with professionals and peers\n\nFor more information\, visit the NIH Office of Intramural Training & Education
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/nih-career-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
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SUMMARY:Research Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join this interactive\, in-person only workshop. PhD students and postdocs from all disciplines are welcome. Be prepared to discuss your own research! \nLearning Outcomes\nAt the end of this workshop you should: \n\nBe able to introduce yourself in an engaging and memorable way\nRecognize and develop strategies to explain jargon or complex topics\nDevelop skills and confidence to communicate with a variety of audiences\nUse different storytelling approaches to communicate your research\nIdentify one or more outlets to communicate your research\nDevelop an approach to start your talk and engage your audience immediately\n\nREGISTER NOW \nFacilitators:\nCynthia Leifer\, Director\, Cornell Office of Postdoctoral Affairs\nSusi Varvayanis\, Executive Director\, Careers Beyond Academia \nDate and time: May 14 from 2:00-4pm\nCampus location: will be sent to registrants’ Cornell email prior to the date \nBrought to you through a collaboration between the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs in the Research and Innovation Division and Careers Beyond Academia in the Office of Career and Professional Development in the Graduate School.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/research-communication-workshop-2/
LOCATION:102 Mann Library\, 237 Mann Drive\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T153000
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SUMMARY:Nurture Your Network
DESCRIPTION:Learn why and how to network\, conduct informational interviews\, and ask practical questions. Incorporate AI tools\, a tracking system\, and LinkedIn strategies to build reputation and reach. \nWorkshop outcomes:\n\nUnderstand why and how to build a network\nLeverage the power of LinkedIn to identify and communicate with professionals\nLearn to manage a network\, and track it with a “Digital Rolodex a/k/a Tres Anillos.”\n\nNetworking is a two-way street where you must invest time and energy to nurture and grow it. Being intentional about your interactions can mean the difference between opening and closing doors. You can build something invaluable if you are selective and curate who/what you want to learn more about through informational interviews. AI tools help synthesize information\, identify related organizations\, and map ideas. A network contributes to collaborative activities such as publishing\, presenting\, and partnering on projects. We learn about an industry or sector through informational interviews (an opportunity to gather information and share your pitch)\, do market research\, and find areas to collaborate. A genuine connection can organically lead to anything and everything. Integrate Excel with AI to track activities. \nJoin our in-person only hands-on networking workshop! All disciplines welcome! REGISTER NOW \nEvent Details\nDate and Time: April 30 from 2:00-3:30pm (in-person only)\nCampus Location: Provided upon registration\, prior to the event\nFacilitator: Alumna Melissa Reitkopp ’85\nAccommodations: 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 requests be made at least one week in advance to help ensure they can be met. \nAbout the speaker: Alumna Melissa Reitkopp ’85 is a talent acquisition pro\, career coach and community connector who has helped thousands of professionals across non-profit\, commercial and government sectors grow their careers and build meaningful networks. She combines recruiter insights with practical tools to help people land jobs they love. \nBrought to you through a collaboration between Cornell Alumni Affairs and Development and the Graduate School Office of Career and Professional Development’s Careers Beyond Academia program.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/nurture-your-network/
LOCATION:102 Mann Library\, 237 Mann Drive\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T213000
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SUMMARY:Exploring Careers in Non-Profits Panel
DESCRIPTION:Interested in working at a nonprofit but not sure what that entails? Come learn from professionals in domestic and international organizations on how they broke into the nonprofit sector\, from community foundations and research strategy groups to transitioning into tech roles.  \nYou’ll hear first hand accounts on: \n\nStrategies for breaking into mission-driven work in nonprofit organizations\nHow to translate academic experience into nonprofit careers\nWhat skills and experiences actually matter\n\nThe panel will be held on Tuesday\, April 28th from 8:10-9:30 PM EST. Please register here for the zoom link. \nHosted by Beyond Academia – Berkeley
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/exploring-careers-in-non-profits-panel/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T124827Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Transition from Academia to Industry: Practical Tips
DESCRIPTION:Many academics are interested in industry positions\, but the path to securing one is not always clear. In this 90-minute panel discussion\, we will hear from industry experts at the intersection of bioenergy\, genomics\, and engineering\, and get their practical advice for taking the first steps to an industry career. The panel will answer questions regarding industry resume do’s and don’ts\, how to put your best foot forward in an interview\, networking tips\, and more. \nPanelists will be:  \n\nSteve Hartig\, Senior Consultant\, Recon Associates\nSneha Srikrishnan\, PhD. Segment Director for Fermentation Biosolutions at Archer Daniels Midland Company\nSteve Fuchs\, PhD. Business Development Director at Traitomic\n\nModerator: Efrain Rodriguez-Ocasio\, PhD. GLBRC Bioenergy Postdoctoral Fellow  \nRegistration required: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/meeting/register/QQPEAzmNR6-xJgybn-gv0w \nBrought to you by the Wisconsin Energy Institute/Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center Mentorship Program.  \n **If you have any accessibility needs\, please email alexandra.schnoes@wisc.edu directly so the request is not missed.**
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/navigating-the-transition-from-academia-to-industry-practical-tips/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T173000
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SUMMARY:Interstride International Student Career Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join career experts\, international alumni\, and employers on Thursday\, April 2 for a dynamic\, virtual event designed to empower international student careers in the US. Explore career tips\, job search techniques\, visa pathways\, work authorizations\, industry trends\, and more. The event will feature an Employer Expo\, where students can connect with international student-friendly companies recruiting for opportunities.Some sessions may be recorded\, but live participation is encouraged for the best experience. Details will only be shared with registered attendees after the event. \nThis virtual summit is available for free through Cornell’s Interstride membership (please use your cornell.edu email to register). Cornell’s own International Career Coach\, Erica Ford\, will present on Finding Diverse Work Options for Year 1 of OPT from 3:30-4:20 pm ET. \nQuestions? Email contact@interstride.com.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/interstride-international-student-career-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000
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SUMMARY:Explore Careers Outside Academia
DESCRIPTION:In today’s day and age\, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session\, we will talk about how to start exploring career options outside of academia and some of the thought process behind it.  Register to attend. \nPresented by Graduate School Career and Professional Development staff and aimed at Ph.D. students and postdoctoral scholars. \nPresenter: Susi Varvayanis\, Executive Director of Careers Beyond Academia
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/explore-careers-outside-academia-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000
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SUMMARY:GradFUTURES Forum Professional Development Conference (Hosted by Princeton University)
DESCRIPTION:About the GradFUTURES Forum\n\nOn behalf of the Princeton University Graduate School\, Cornell graduate students and postdocs are cordially invited to attend the virtual sessions of the 2026 GradFUTURES Forum Graduate Student Professional Development Conference to be held March 23-27. Founded in 2020\, the GradFUTURES Forum is a week-long professional development conference that is FREE and OPEN to graduate students from other institutions across the country and around the world.\n \nFeaturing dozens of keynote speakers\, skill-building workshops\, career panels\, the conference offers dozens of online programs that support graduate students’ and postdocs’ success and prepare them for diverse career pathways. \nPlease visit this webpage to view the schedule (click on each date) and register for virtual sessions. \nOnline talks incude: \n\nThe Professional Development Advantage: Rodney Priestley and Eva Kubu\, Princeton Graduate School\nUnderstanding the changing PhD opportunity landscape: Matt Sigelman\, Burning Glass Institute\nInnovative Approaches for supporting International Graduate Students: Fanta Aw (NAFSA)\, Amy Nice (Institute for Progress\, Former White House OSTP)\, Violet Buxton-Walsh (Institute for Progress) and Robin Catmur-Smith (International Student Resource Center)\nGlobal Careers: Thriving As An International Scholar\, Sonali Majumdar\, Princeton Graduate School
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/gradfutures-forum-graduate-student-professional-development-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T163000
DTSTAMP:20260307T163355Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
DESCRIPTION:Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for graduate students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. \nThe 2026 final round competition will be held in-person on Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 in 251 Malott Hall. We will also offer a virtual attendance option by Zoom for those outside of Ithaca. Attend and vote for your favorite presentation for the People’s Choice Award! \n3MT challenges research degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or thesis and its significance in just three minutes\, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. In addition to the first place and second place winners from among the finalists\, audience members on March 18 will be asked to select a People’s Choice Award Winner. \nAll are invited to attend and spectate the final round\, with advance RSVPs requested for Zoom attendance.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/2026-three-minute-thesis-3mt-competition/
LOCATION:251 Malott Hall\, 212 Garden Ave\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T151500
DTSTAMP:20260223T162323Z
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SUMMARY:Careers for PhDs: Grantseeking\, Grantmaking\, and Research Development
DESCRIPTION:As a PhD student or postdoc\, you’re aware that grants play a huge role in the infrastructure of academic research. So huge that a variety of rewarding careers exist to support this integral part of the research enterprise. In this panel discussion hosted by Syracuse University\, you’ll hear from three PhD-holding professionals with experience working across the grants ecosystem: from helping academics and others find grant support through work for a consultancy or as a self-employed consultant; to facilitating grant awards for a foundation; to partnering with faculty grantseekers through research development work at a university. You’ll get candid insights on their working lives\, how they leverage their doctoral training in their roles\, and how you can further explore and prepare to pursue careers in these fields.  \nThe panelists: \n\nDiana Brown(PhD\, Religion\, Syracuse)\, Project Manager\, Abacus Grant Services\nGiovanna Urist(PhD\, History\, Syracuse)\, owner\, Giovanna Urist Consulting\nSarah Workman(PhD\, English\, UNC-Chapel Hill)\, Director of Research Development for Arts & Humanities\, SU\n\nCLICK TO REGISTER HERE
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/careers-for-phds-grantseeking-grantmaking-and-research-development/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Careers Beyond Academia,External
ORGANIZER;CN="Graduate School Career and Professional Development":MAILTO:CareerAndProfDev@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260223T152453Z
CREATED:20260223T151138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T152453Z
UID:10006170-1772190000-1772193600@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Stay Active\, Be Hopeful\, & Get Hired: A Career Services Webinar on Navigating the Tough 2026 Job Market as an Advanced Degree Recipient
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 job market is complex\, competitive\, and often exhausting—especially for candidates with advanced degrees. Between navigating “ghost jobs\,” evading sophisticated scams\, and cracking new AI screening algorithms\, it is easy to lose momentum. \nStay Active\, Be Hopeful\, & Get Hired is a tactical workshop in a webinar format designed to help graduate students\, postdocs\, and alumni regain control of their career search hosted by University of Rochester. The presenter will strip away the noise and focus on high-impact strategies that can work in the current economic and job market landscape. \nIn this session\, they will cover: \n\nMarket Realities: Understanding the 2026 landscape using current data from National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE)\, Graduate Career Consortium (GCC)\, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics\, and more – information will include impacts related to the rise of AI in hiring and how to spot “fake” or scam listings.\nThe Advanced Degree Advantage: How to position your PhD or Master’s as a critical asset rather than being labeled “overqualified.” Discussion will also center around translating your knowledge\, expertise & skillset to industries & professions that may be outside of your academic discipline or specialty domain area.\nAction Over Algorithm: Proven networking and application strategies that bypass digital gatekeepers.\nResilience Tactics: Practical ways to manage rejection fatigue and maintain a hopeful\, active mindset throughout the process.\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nAnalyze the 2026 Hiring Landscape: Understand how current AI-driven recruitment tools and algorithms screen candidates\, and learn specific formatting and keyword strategies to ensure your application gets seen by a human.\nTranslate Academic Value to Industry Impact: Effectively articulate the transferable skills gained from your advanced degree (such as project management\, data analysis\, and critical thinking) to counter “overqualification” bias and prove your worth to non-academic employers.\nIdentify and Evade Job Scams: Recognize the specific red flags of modern employment scams and “ghost jobs” to protect your personal information and focus your energy on legitimate opportunities.\nSustain Search Resilience: Acquire practical techniques to manage rejection fatigue and maintain a “hopeful” mindset\, creating a sustainable daily routine that balances job hunting with mental well-being.\nBypass the Digital Queue: Learn high-impact networking strategies that allow you to move beyond the online application portal and connect directly with decision-makers.\n\nStop sending applications into the void. Join University of Rochester to build a strategy that protects your well-being and gets you closer to being hired. Graduate students\, Postdocs & recent alumni from all disciplines are welcome. \nClick here to register and to attend.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/stay-active-be-hopeful-get-hired-a-career-services-webinar-on-navigating-the-tough-2026-job-market-as-an-advanced-degree-recipient/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Careers Beyond Academia,External
ORGANIZER;CN="Graduate School Career and Professional Development":MAILTO:CareerAndProfDev@cornell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260204T175814Z
CREATED:20260122T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T175814Z
UID:10006157-1772031600-1772035200@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:CV to Resume Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry\, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your Ph.D. skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. Share a section of your resume or CV to get personalized feedback. \nThis webinar is open to all Ph.D. students and postdocs. \nTo Register \nFacilitated by Susi Varvayanis\, Executive Director of Careers Beyond Academia in the Graduate School Office of Career and Professional Development \nAccessibility Requests \nWe 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 requests be made at least one week in advance to help ensure they can be met.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/cv-to-resume-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260126T184027Z
CREATED:20260123T154312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T184027Z
UID:10006159-1770822000-1770825600@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Three Minute Thesis competition: history\, format\, judging\, prizes\, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2026. \nRegister online to attend an information session.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/information-session-on-the-cornell-three-minute-thesis-3mt-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260204T132741Z
CREATED:20260204T132741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T132741Z
UID:10006167-1770732000-1770739200@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Research Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: Tuesday February 10 @2-4pm \nAt the end of this Research Communication Workshop you should:  \n\n Be able to introduce yourself in an engaging and memorable way.\n Recognize and develop strategies to explain jargon or complex topics. \n Develop skills and confidence to communicate with a variety of audiences on a regular basis.\n Use different storytelling approaches to communicate your research. \n Identify one or more outlets to communicate your research (e.g. podcast\, social media). \n Develop an approach to start your talk and engage your audience immediately.\n\nOpen to: Doctoral students and Postdoctoral Scholars in any discipline interested in improving their research presentation skills to a wide variety of audiences. \nFacilitators: Cynthia Leifer and Susi Varvayanis \nLocation: Biotech Building  G01 \nTo register: Please fill out this Qualtrics link: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4NrWzYy9hEe4tro
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/research-communication-workshop/
LOCATION:G01 Biotechnology Building\, 215 Tower Rd\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Careers Beyond Academia
GEO:42.4472782;-76.4789508
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T150000
DTSTAMP:20251204T145542Z
CREATED:20251204T145403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T145542Z
UID:10006077-1770645600-1770649200@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Bayer B4U 2026 Mentorship Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join an information session to learn about the Bayer Crop Science 2026 University Mentoring Program (B4U). \nBuilding relationships\, networks\, and a commitment to soft skill development are essential to success as scientists and leaders working in industry – join for a year long mentoring program with established Bayer scientists. \nProgram Highlights: \n\nMENTORING: 1-on-1\, based on technical fit and soft skill development needs\nDEVELOPMENT: Bayer-hosted workshops and seminars\nNETWORKING: Within Bayer & across 30+ North American Universities\nADVANCEMENT: Career advancement advice\nAWARENESS: Build business acumen and develop relationships with industry partner\n\nWho should apply?\nCurious scientists and engineers in early career stages (with emphasis on grad students and postdoctoral researchers).\nIn fields related to plant breeding\, plant biology\, gene editing\, crop physiology\, chemistry\, environmental science\, engineering\, computer science\, & data science/engineering and more \nApplications window: Dec 1\, 2025-Feb 22\, 2026 \nApply Here: https://forms.office.com/e/hw5rcXTqcZ\nMentee selection emails will be sent by March 20th\, 2026 \nInformation session dates \n\nDecember 11\, 2025 @ 1pm CST\nJanuary 21\, 2026 @ 2pm CST\nFebruary 9\, 2026 @ 1pm CST\n\nTeams Meeting ID:\nMeeting ID: 328 713 474 563 8\nPasscode: ok2h6tT7 \nEmail: bayer.univ.mentoring@bayer.com
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/bayer-b4u-2026-mentorship-program-information-session/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260121T205323Z
CREATED:20260114T161414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T205323Z
UID:10006090-1770390000-1770395400@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Careers in Consulting\, Strategy\, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel
DESCRIPTION:Register for Careers in Consulting\, Strategy\, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel \nThis small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters’ students pursue beyond academia\, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions\, explore industries\, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. \nConsulting\, Strategy and Organizational Effectiveness Careers Panelist Bios\nRick Wang\, Ph.D. ’20\, is a principal at the Boston Consulting Group working with pharma and medtech clients across R&D\, commercial\, and strategy topics. He earned a doctorate in biomedical engineering from Cornell University. \n  \n  \n  \nVivian Rotenstein\, Ph.D. ’21\, is a litigation consultant at Blueprint Trial Consulting\, where she supports attorneys through mock trials\, focus groups\, jury research\, witness preparation\, and trial strategy. She holds a doctorate in human development from Cornell University\, with research focused on implicit bias\, juror decision-making\, and moral judgment. \n  \n  \nRenny John\, M.P.H. ’20\, is a workplace wellness professional advancing equitable well-being across Northwell Health. As senior program manager on the TeamWell team\, he supports the Western Market (18\,000+ team members) and is part of a team supporting over 104\,000 employees systemwide. He also serves as treasurer of the Cornell Black Alumni Association\, supporting a network of 15\,000+ alumni. He holds a master’s of public health from Cornell University and is pursuing a doctor of public health at Morgan State University. \n  \nYawa Zewou\, M.P.A. ’20 Bio forthcoming. \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-careers-in-consulting-strategy-and-organizational-effectiveness-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260127T175147Z
CREATED:20260127T175147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T175147Z
UID:10006162-1770372000-1770390000@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:2026 Government\, Education & Non-Profit Career Fair [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:Join Georgetown University’s annual Government\, Education & Non-Profit Career Fair brings top employers to students and alumni for internships and full-time jobs in the government\, education\, and non-profit sectors. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about these careers and to network with employers. \nClick here for the list of employers and to register.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/2026-government-education-non-profit-career-fair-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260121T202757Z
CREATED:20260121T202757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T202757Z
UID:10006097-1770310800-1770314400@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series Keynote: Why You? How to Nail the Most Pressing Question of Your Career with Vicki Johnson ’01\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Location: 120 Physical Sciences Building \nRegister for Why You? How to Nail the Most Pressing Question of Your Career Keynote \nSession Description\nThe candidates who land dream opportunities and command their destiny aren’t necessarily the ones with the longest resumes—they’re the ones who can articulate a future vision so compelling that others want to be part of making it happen. As you stand at the threshold of your career\, you can create something more powerful than experience: a vision for what’s possible. In this transformative keynote\, ProFellow Founder and Cornellian Vicki Johnson ’01\, Ph.D.\, reveals the storytelling framework that turns uncertainty into confidence and helps you claim opportunities you didn’t think were within reach.  \nYou’ll discover how to leverage the competitive advantages you already possess\, why your future story matters more than your past credentials\, and how to authentically answer the question that will define your career: “Why you?” This session will change how you see yourself—and how others see you too. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nThe competitive edge you already have (and how to name it)\n\n\nHow to create meaningful connections with selectors that inspire investment\n\n\nA proven framework for crafting your most compelling narrative\n\nFollowing the keynote\, stay for a live Q&A and an in-person book signing. As a special thank-you\, the first 50 graduate students/postdocs and 50 undergraduates who attend in person will receive a free copy of “Pitch Your Potential: The Formula to Win Selective Opportunities and Leverage Your Story for Success.” A virtual option will be provided for participants unable to attend on campus. \nSpeaker Bio\nVicki Johnson ’01\, Ph.D.\, is founder and director of ProFellow®\, the leading online resource for professional and academic fellowships. She is a Cornell Class of 2001 alumna (government\, Arts & Science)\, a four-time fellow\, a top Ph.D. scholar\, and an award-winning social entrepreneur. She is the forthcoming author of the Wiley book “Pitch Your Potential: The Formula to Win Selective Opportunities and Leverage Your Story for Success.”
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-keynote-why-you-how-to-nail-the-most-pressing-question-of-your-career-with-vicki-johnson-01-ph-d/
LOCATION:120 Physical Sciences Building\, 245 East Ave\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
GEO:42.449856;-76.4818233
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T143000
DTSTAMP:20260123T152821Z
CREATED:20260114T160550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T152821Z
UID:10006089-1770296400-1770301800@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Applied Humanities & Social Sciences: Creative\, Human-Centered Design & Strategy Careers
DESCRIPTION:Register for Applied Humanities and Social Sciences: Creative\, Human-Centered Design\, and Strategy Careers \nThis small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters’ students pursue beyond academia\, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions\, explore industries\, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. \nApplied Humanities & Social Sciences Careers Panelist Bios\nBetty Hensellek\, Ph.D. ’20 is currently a design lead at JPMorganChase. Previously she was at a Washington\, D.C. design firm\, Informed XP\, where her team worked on projects for financial institutions and the federal government. Her first design role ‘beyond academia’ was at Xerox. Alongside her industry work\, Betty also teaches art of the Silk Roads and Islamic art at the University of Cincinnati as an adjunct assistant professor. She holds a B.A. and B.F.A. from the University of Cincinnati\, M.A. from New York University\, and doctorate in art history from Cornell University. \n  \n \nRuoji Tang\, Ph.D. ’19 is senior marketing manager at Shovels.ai and was recently senior content marketing manager at Liftoff Mobile and a contributing editor for the Wall Street Journal’s China Magazine. Her first full-time position outside academia was a content marketer at Terra\, a creative agency in New York. She holds a B.A. in English from UC Berkeley and a doctorate in English language and literature from Cornell. \n  \nYagna Nag Chowdhuri\, Ph.D. ’20 is a facilitator and evaluator who supports collaborative learning and organizational change through critical reflection and compassionate engagement. She draws on deep expertise in cultural studies and anthropology to navigate complex issues and foster cultures of learning. Her work bridges research\, teaching\, and social work to support community transformation and social justice. She holds an M.Phil. in Social Sciences from the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences\, India\, an M.S.W. from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences\, and a doctorate in Asian literature\, religion\, and culture from Cornell University. \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-applied-humanities-social-sciences-creative-human-centered-design-strategy-careers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260121T194301Z
CREATED:20260121T194301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T194301Z
UID:10006096-1770228000-1770231600@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Build a Flexible Mindset for your Career Journey Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Location: 213 Kennedy Hall (in-person) \nRegister for Build a Flexible Mindset for your Career Journey Workshop \nJoin Em McMClintock and Olivia Hopewell to learn more about building a flexible mindset in your graduate career. What do I do when then job I’d planned for as a student\, isn’t looking likely anymore? How do I build the stamina necessary for receiving feedback on my work– as a grad student\, on the job market\, and in my future career? I don’t feel like the “typical” scholar– how do I work with what I have to flourish professionally? \n \nAcademia can be as much a game of mental and emotional resilience as it is one of intellectual growth. In this workshop\, we’ll discuss these realities and start to develop healthy\, practical skills for navigating these experiences.\n \nPresenters\n\n\nOlivia Hopewell (she/her)\, PhD\, Advisor in Office of Graduate Student Life\nEm McClintock (they/she)\, LMHC-D\, Counselor in CAPS (specializing in Neurodivergence and ADHD)\n\n\nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-using-imaginephd-to-explore-careers-beyond-academia-for-arts-humanities-and-social-sciences-ph-d-s-workshop-2/
LOCATION:213 Kennedy Hall\, 215 Garden Avenue\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260714T184957Z
CREATED:20260114T160234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T184957Z
UID:10006088-1770211800-1770217200@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX\, AI and Entrepreneurship Panel
DESCRIPTION:Register for From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX\, AI\, and Entrepreneurship Panel \nThis small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters’ students pursue beyond academia\, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions\, explore industries\, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. \nUX\, AI and Entrepreneurship Panelist Bios\nRod Recker\, M.S.\, is a product and engineering executive with deep experience building and scaling interactive technology platforms and teams. He has served as CTO at The Glimpse Group\, head of product at Alive Home 360\, and led global innovation teams at Autodesk\, driving product strategy\, growth\, and investment. He earned a master’s degree in computer graphics from Cornell University. \n  \n  \n \nMalcolm Bare\, Ph.D. ’21\, is associate director of client solutions at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a technical product manager focused on enterprise AI and EdTech products. He works on delivering digital products that support students\, staff\, and faculty. He earned a doctorate in English language and literature from Cornell University. \n  \n  \nHakan Unsal\, Ph.D. ’07\, is the founder and CEO of Primerli\, an industry-learning platform launched in 2019 to help professionals engage more effectively with clients across industries. He previously spent over a decade at BCG as a management consultant and in learning and development. He earned a doctorate in civil engineering from Columbia University and a M.Eng. in engineering management from Cornell University. \n  \nNaomi Enzinna\, Ph.D. ’18\, is a senior UX researcher and manager of UX research at UserTesting with over 12 years of experience conducting end-to-end qualitative and quantitative research across education\, healthcare\, technology\, financial services\, retail\, and telecommunications. She specializes in accessibility UX research with work focused on identifying and addressing pain points for users with disabilities who rely on assistive technologies. Naomi holds a doctorate in linguistics from Cornell University. \n  \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-from-ideas-to-impact-careers-in-ux-ai-and-entrepreneurship-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191530Z
CREATED:20260114T180651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191530Z
UID:10006092-1770204600-1770210000@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: How to Launch Your Global Social Impact Career Through Professional Fellowships Workshop with Vicki Johnson\, Ph.D.
DESCRIPTION:Register for How to Launch Your Global Social Impact Career Through Professional Fellowships Workshop \nProFellow Founder and Cornell alum Vicki Johnson ’01\, Ph.D.\, will present “How to Launch Your Global Social Impact Career Through Professional Fellowships.” This session is designed for graduate students and postdocs seeking paid\, full-time professional fellowships and those curious about entrepreneurial pathways in the social impact space. During the session\, attendees will learn:   \n\nwhat funded\, merit-based professional fellowships are.\n\n\nhow to find a wide range of professional and summer fellowships in fields like public policy\, international affairs\, journalism\, sustainability\, technology\, social entrepreneurship\, and more.\n\n\nkey tips for the competitive application process.\n\n\nhow fellowships can serve as stepping stones into mission-driven and entrepreneurial work.\n\n\nwhat “entrepreneurship” can look like beyond startups and patents—especially in public service\, nonprofits\, and social innovation.\n\nJohnson is an alumna of the New York City Urban Fellows Program\, the German Chancellor Fellowship\, the Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship\, and the Ian Axford Fellowship in Public Policy (Fulbright New Zealand). She will discuss how fellowships helped her enter a unique international career in public health preparedness and public policy\, and how professional fellowships can help you do the same! \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-how-to-launch-your-global-social-impact-career-through-professional-fellowships-workshop-with-vicki-johnson-ph-d/
LOCATION:102 Mann Library\, 237 Mann Drive\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
GEO:42.4487577;-76.4764146
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T100000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191501Z
CREATED:20260114T155818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191501Z
UID:10006087-1770193800-1770199200@gradschool.cornell.edu
SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Science-Informed Business and Sustainability Careers Panel
DESCRIPTION:Register for Global Careers at the Intersection of Business\, Sustainability\, and Equity Panel \nThis small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters’ students pursue beyond academia\, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions\, explore industries\, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. \nScience-Informed Business and Sustainability Careers Panelist Bios\nHema Surendranathan\, Ph.D. ’21\, is a sustainability and ESG professional from Malaysia with experience across TMT\, energy\, and transport sectors. She holds a degree from Bryn Mawr College and doctorate in English language and literature from Cornell University. \n  \n  \nRachel Chang\, Ph.D. ’25\, is a business development manager at Biocytogen\, where she serves as a bridge between science and business by building partnerships to advance medicine and accelerate therapeutic development. She is passionate about communicating science\, building relationships\, and empowering others — values shaped through her academic and research journey at Cornell. She holds a doctorate in biomedical and biological sciences from Cornell University. \n  \nKhyati Rathore\, M.R.P. ’19 \nBio forthcoming. \nTristan Shepherd\, Ph.D. \nBio forthcoming. \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-science-informed-business-and-sustainability-careers-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
GEO:40.7127753;-74.0059728
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
DTSTAMP:20260121T190745Z
CREATED:20260114T155212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T190745Z
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SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel
DESCRIPTION:Register for Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel \nThis small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters’ students pursue beyond academia\, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions\, explore industries\, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. \nSocial and Environmental Policy Panelist Bios\n \nAmelia Demery\, Ph.D. ’23\, is a program officer at Ocean Visions\, where she leads and supports projects in ocean carbon dioxide removal\, environmental justice\, and coalition-building. She previously worked at the U.S. National Science Foundation coordinating interagency ocean science and policy initiatives. She earned her doctorate in ecology and evolutionary biology from Cornell University. \n  \n  \nColin Cepuran\, Ph.D. ’20\, is a senior researcher at Chapin Hall working on implementation and evaluation projects to support child welfare agencies using quantitative and geographic data. He holds a doctorate in government from Cornell University\, with research focused on American politics and immigration policy. \n  \n  \nVeronica O. Davis\, M.R.P. ’03\, is the U.S. vice president for planning\, engagement\, and urban design at AtkinsRéalis\, bringing 25 years of experience in civil engineering and planning. Previously\, she was the director for transportation and drainage operations for the city of Houston and co-founded Nspiregreen LLC. She also co-founded Black Women Bike (BWB) and represented Houston as vice president on the National Association of City Transportation Officials. She holds dual master’s degrees in engineering management and regional planning from Cornell University. \n  \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-transformative-careers-in-social-and-environmental-policy-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia,Future Faculty and Academic Careers
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SUMMARY:Career Discovery Series: Using ImaginePhD to Explore Careers Beyond Academia for Arts\, Humanities and Social Sciences Ph.D.s Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Location: 172 Goldwin Smith Hall (in-person) \nRegister for Using ImaginePhD to Explore Careers Beyond Academia for Arts\, Humanities\, and Social Sciences Ph.D. Workshop \nThis interactive workshop introduces Ph.D. students in the arts\, humanities\, and social sciences to tools and strategies for exploring careers beyond tenure-track faculty positions. Participants will use ImaginePhD to reflect on their values\, interests\, and skills; identify potential career pathways; and learn how to translate academic experiences into language used in nonacademic job searches. The session emphasizes curiosity\, reflection\, and practical next steps. \nThe 2026 Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series is a professional development opportunity focused on providing graduate and professional degree students and postdoctoral scholars with valuable career exploration and professional development learning and skill development opportunities. Participants may register for an individual session or all sessions offered within the week.
URL:https://gradschool.cornell.edu/event/career-discovery-series-using-imaginephd-to-explore-careers-beyond-academia-for-arts-humanities-and-social-sciences-ph-d-s-workshop/
LOCATION:172 Goldwin Smith Hall\, 232 Feeney Way\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Careers Beyond Academia
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