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Jumpstart your Job Search this October
Come to one (or both!) of these exciting graduate student career events this October.
Paid Graduate Division Internship: Professional Liaisons (8/18/2019)
The Graduate Division is hiring up to three Professional Development Liaisons to assist in strengthening professional development resources and opportunities for graduate students on the Berkeley campus.
This Summer, Plan for Work-Life Balance
How to have a summer that’s both productive and relaxing.
Experience a “Day in the Professional Life” with a Ph.D. Externship
Explore career options and build up your network with the Career Center’s externship program.
New Professional Development Planning Tool for Masters and Professional Students
Map your graduate school goals and connect to campus resources.
Craft Your Three-Minute Thesis and Submit Your Grad Slam Video by 2/18/19
You could win cash prizes and state-wide recognition while you take your professional development to the next level!
Enroll Now! Spring Courses in Academic Writing and Mentoring
Carve out some time to focus on improving your skills with these 1- and 2-credit classes.
The Graduate Division Welcomes Ten New Graduate Professional Development Liaisons
Graduate student interns are here to help you build skills, succeed in your program, and launch your career.
Four Steps for Preparing Your Submission for Grad Slam — 2/18/2019
Workshops to help you communicate why your research is exciting and important.
Five Easy Ways to Boost your Professional Development Over Winter Break
Got a couple of hours to spare? A little planning goes a long way — check these five items off your list!
Conquer your Stage Fright with Free Public Speaking Workshops at the Townsend Center — 1/18/2019
Want to learn how to deliver a job talk or professional presentation clearly, confidently, and persuasively? This February, the Townsend Center for the Humanities will offer a series of two free workshops led by Lura Dolas, Head of the UC … Continued
What’s It Like to Work at a Tech Company as a Humanities Ph.D.?
History grad students and faculty learn about one Ph.D.’s journey from Berkeley to Box.
What Can You Do with a Ph.D. in Humanities or Social Sciences? Find out with ImaginePhD!
Explore careers that match your skills, interests, and values with this free online tool.
Upcoming Seminars on Science Leadership and Management
Don’t miss talks on science and public policy, working at the NSF, and more!
Got Questions About Publishing? Scholarly Communication Services Has Answers!
Upcoming workshops (October 23 – 26) cover copyright, publishing your first book, building your scholarly profile, and more.
Productivity and Balance: Top Three Time Management Tips
Strategies you can use to juggle your many priorities now that the fall semester is in full swing.
Fall Career Fairs – A Little Bravery Can Lead to Big Opportunities
Career fairs are great for career exploration, with opportunities for students from all programs and disciplines. Why not check one out?
Call for Applications: Professional Development Liaisons (Deadline: 8/18/2019)
Paid Graduate Student Internship Opportunity The Graduate Division is pleased to announce the availability of paid graduate student internships. Professional Development Liaisons (PDLs) assist in strengthening professional development resources and opportunities for graduate students on the Berkeley campus. There … Continued
The Messy Reality of Career Exploration, Explained
Why career exploration can be slow and tough — and where to find support!
Berkeley Ethnic Studies and History Ph.D.s awarded Mellon Public Fellowships
Maria Faini and Jason Rozumalski talk about their new career paths and taking their humanities expertise public.
Book Review: So What Are You Going to Do with That?: Finding Careers Outside Academia
Practical tips for charting a “post-academic” course.
How to Navigate the Academic Job Market [Webinar]
“The Professor is In!”
Get Ready to Launch Your Business!
Online entrepreneurship resources to check out this summer.
Humanists@Work Fosters Career Ideas and Resources for Humanities Ph.D.s
Humanities Ph.D.s discuss career paths and dialogue with employers.
“Mentorship in the Life Sciences” Event Kicks Off Series of Campus Fora on Mentoring
Faculty and graduate students discuss healthy mentoring relationships.
Boost Your Skills This Summer!
Take advantage of campus and online resources to develop “hard” and “soft” skills.
Winning Grad Slam Took Months of Preparation, Plus Some Quick Thinking!
Berkeley champion Joe Charbonnet reflects on the UC-wide competition.
Berkeley’s Champion for the 2018 UC-Wide Grad Slam Championship Chosen
Graduate students deliver three-minute talks and win cash prizes.
Careers Reception at Beyond Academia Conference — 4/25/18
Hear from employers hiring Ph.D.s and postdocs!
Humanities PhDs Share their Professional Pathways: Inside Dope 2018
Students meet alums in tech, entrepreneurship, nonprofits, and more.
“Start Now, and Start Small”
Tips and first steps for career exploration recommended by the Beyond Academia conference’s speakers, panelists, and attendees!
What Does It Take to Land a Job? Many Small Steps and One Big Leap of Faith
PhDs in English and Biology deliver keynotes at the 2018 Beyond Academia Conference.
Come Cheer On Your Colleagues at the Berkeley Grad Slam Championship! — 4/4/2018
Ten semifinalists chosen from programs including Ancient History & Mediterranean Archaeology, Environmental Engineering, Physics, and Rhetoric.
Q&A with Alberto Sanchez Sanchez, Winner of the Humanities & Social Sciences Grad Slam
An Architecture doctoral student discusses what he learned from a communications competition.
Graduate Students Compete in First Humanities & Social Sciences Grad Slam!
Eight graduate students presented compelling three-minute narratives about their humanities and social science research.
Register Now for Spring Workshops from the Graduate Writing Center
The Graduate Professional Development program supports students’ success and career preparation.
Beyond Academia Conference — 3/1 – 3/2/2018
The Beyond Academia conference features panels on a variety of career tracks that will provide you the opportunity to interact with successful and creative professionals.
Participate in the First Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS) Grad Slam! Register by 1/26/18
Humanities & Social Sciences students are invited to their own Grad Slam!
Humanities and Social Sciences Communication Series — 2/5 – 2/16/2018
Graduate Professional Development and the Townsend Center host series to promote humanities and social science communication.
Lunchtime Professional Development Info Sessions, Spring 2018
Check out this semester’s roster of info sessions, offered by the Career Center and Graduate Professional Development.
Don’t Miss Professional Development Courses in Mentoring, Academic Writing, and Teaching!
Check out three spring graduate courses for enhancing skills in academic writing, teaching, and mentoring.
Want to Work in the Public Sector?
Brush up on your communication skills, say panelists at Beyond Academia Public Sector Fellowships event.
What’s It Like to Attend a Career Fair?
There’s something for everyone — including humanities and social sciences students.
New Drop-In Career Advising and Professional Development Info Sessions
Have career questions? The Career Center and Graduate Professional Development have answers!