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Sept. 2, 2026 (11-11:45 a.m. CST)

Starting a job search as a Ph.D. can feel overwhelming — especially when most job searches take six-plus months to explore career options, build a network and apply strategically to positions. Knowing where to begin makes a significant difference in how prepared and focused you are throughout the process.

So what can you do today to set yourself up for a successful job search?

In this webinar, you will learn how to make the most of the Ph.D. Career Training Platform. Access to this platform means you have a research-informed toolkit designed specifically to support doctoral students and postdocs in both academic and nonacademic job searches — so you can move forward with a clear strategy from day one.

This webinar is designed for doctoral students, Ph.D.s and postdocs who are wondering:

How do I get started on the Ph.D. Career Training Platform?
What resources are available to support my academic or nonacademic job search?
How long does a job search typically take, and what should I be doing right now?

The webinar will be held via Zoom webinar and will be recorded. Advanced registration is required.

Sept. 2, 2026 | 1-1:30 p.m. CST

Career fair season is here. How do you make the most of this opportunity to meet future employers?

Join Beyond Graduate School for this webinar where we’ll discuss what master’s students need to know about career fairs. You’ll learn what the purpose of a career fair is, how to prepare before you attend and how career fairs fit into your broader job search strategy. A career fair is just one part of your job search — but knowing how to use it effectively can make a significant difference in your results.

This webinar is designed for master’s students from all academic backgrounds who are wondering:

What is the purpose of a career fair, and what goals should I set before attending?
Should I expect to leave the career fair with a job or internship in hand?
How does a career fair fit into my broader job search, and what is the best way to leverage this experience?

The webinar will be held via Zoom webinar and will be recorded. Advanced registration is required.

Sept. 14-18, 2026 | 1-1:30 p.m. CST daily

Most master’s students start their job search the same way: by submitting resumes to online job postings. It’s an understandable first step, but not the most effective one.

In 2025, LinkedIn processed an average of 11,000 applications per minute. With so many job seekers competing for the same positions, submitting resumes to online job postings is not enough, and this approach often leads to frustration and disappointment for master’s students with limited work experience.

A more effective job search strategy exists — and it starts long before you submit a single resume.

Join Beyond Graduate School for this special webinar series where you’ll learn strategies for an effective job search, what you need to do before you begin applying for jobs and what steps to take when you are ready to apply. By the end of this series, you’ll have a clear plan for what you can do right now to prepare for your job search after graduation.

This special webinar series is designed for master’s students from all academic backgrounds:

Sept. 14: Three mistakes master’s students must avoid in their job search
Sept. 15: The role of recruiters in the hiring process
Sept. 16: How to build a network when you don’t have one
Sept. 17: Strategic resume writing for master’s students
Sept. 18: Career advice for international students job searching in the U.S.

The webinar series will be held via Zoom webinar and will be recorded. Advanced registration is required.

Sept. 16, 2026 (11-11:45 a.m. CST)

Many doctoral students and postdocs enter their Ph.D. program with the goal of becoming a university professor. But today’s academic job market is highly competitive, and a tenure-track role may not be the right fit for everyone. As your values, life circumstances and career goals evolve, it is important to reassess what career paths align with your personal and professional needs.

So how do you decide if a faculty job is right for you?

Join the Beyond Professoriate team for this webinar where we’ll walk you through the key factors to consider as you evaluate whether a faculty career is the right path for you. Ph.D.s are building careers in a wide range of roles — both within and beyond academia — and understanding your options is an important first step.

This webinar is designed for doctoral students, Ph.D.s and postdocs from all academic disciplines who are wondering:

How do I know if pursuing a faculty position is the right choice for me?
How long should I stay on the academic job market?
What are my options if I decide not to pursue a tenure-track path?

The webinar will be held via Zoom webinar and will be recorded. Advanced registration is required.

Graduate Student Mentoring Workshop for Graduate Students – Wednesday, Oct. 7, 1-5 p.m. Hobo Day and Campanile room

Workshop Title:
Maximizing Your Graduate School Experience: Building Effective Mentoring Relationships and Professional Success

Purpose:
To help graduate students understand the value of mentoring, develop productive relationships with faculty advisers and mentors, navigate common graduate school challenges, and create a plan for academic, professional and personal success.

Target audience:
Master’s and doctoral students (new, continuing and advanced graduate students)