GradPro Career Development

GradPro is the campus Graduate Student Professional Development Resource Hub. GradPro supports students through all stages of exploring and preparing for a wide range of careers, within and beyond academia. GradPro also works with departments and faculty on developing discipline-specific professional development programming for graduate students.

Apply for a Scholarship to the LA Review of Books Summer Publishing Workshop!

This five-week workshop, held June 22 – July 24, 2026, gives attendees the chance to meet and learn from leading figures in the worlds of digital and print publishing. The LA Review of Books (LARB), the Townsend Center for the Humanities, and Graduate Division will provide up to four scholarships that will fully cover the tuition. The application deadline is March 15.

Learn more about the workshop and application process

GradPro for Graduate Students

Consultations: Graduate students can sign-up for a confidential, one-on-one consultation with a Professional Development Liaisons (PDL). The PDLs are peer advisors who are trained in career exploration and preparation topics. Whether you are curious about GradPro’s services and want to learn more, or are looking for resources on a specific topic, GradPro can help.

In a consultation, a PDL can provide support and resources on a variety of topics, including:

  • Creating an individual development plan
  • Making use of career exploration tools
  • Exploring career paths outside of academia
  • Preparing for careers
  • Time management and organization
  • Juggling multiple projects/priorities
  • Working with advisors and mentors
  • Professional networking
  • Developing new professional skills

Email Newsletter: Twice a month, GradPro sends an email newsletter, the Professional Development (PD) Digest. The PD Digest includes a helpful summary of professional and career development workshops, internships, and opportunities for graduate students, on and off campus. Subscribe to the PD Digest.

Professional Development Guide: The Guide assists graduate students in developing six core professional development competencies that will enable them to succeed in their degree program and careers. These competencies are writing and communication; teaching and mentoring; research and data analysis; leadership and collaboration; career exploration and preparation; and equity and inclusion. The Guide shows you how to intentionally develop these competencies through your degree program and through other campus and external resources.

Check-in Groups: GradPro hosts semester-long Check-In Groups that provide peer accountability and support in weekly meetings. In a Check-In Group, you will set weekly goals for yourself, reflect on your progress and challenges, and learn how to set realistic goals. Learn more about Check-in Groups and how to register.

Resource Lists for Students: GradPro maintains lists of on- and off-campus resources and opportunities on a variety of professional development and career exploration topics, including time management, working with mentors, and exploring non-academic careers. Also included are resources for specific affinity groups, including womxn, BIPOC, Undocugrads, and FGLI students.

Workshops and Events: GradPro offers a rotating selection of workshops on topics related to career exploration and preparation for graduate students. As a Professional Development Resource Hub, GradPro also compiles information about professional development events and workshops hosted across campus. Learn more about the workshops GradPro and other campus partners offer.

GradPro for Departments and Faculty

GradPro offers guidance, resources, and programs to departments, faculty, and staff on a variety of graduate student professional development topics
  • Best Practices for Departments: Explore departmental and faculty best practices for supporting graduate students’ professional development.
  • Needs Assessments: On request, GradPro can facilitate departmental needs assessment surveys, which are used to gather information about graduate student and postdoc professional development and career exploration goals, experiences, and needs.
  • Grants for Departments: GradPro offers small grants (up to $1,000) each year for departments to enhance their support of graduate student career preparation and exploration.
  • Request a Workshop: GradPro can facilitate workshops or presentations on a variety of professional development topics for courses, departments, and student groups.

GradPro for Departments and Faculty

Upcoming Professional Development Events

Contact GradPro

GradPro, the Graduate Student Professional Development Resource Hub, assists students in navigating and making use of academic, professional, and career development resources available on and beyond campus.

GradPro supports students in developing professional competencies and preparing for a wide range of careers through consultations, workshops, and check-in groups. GradPro also works with departments and faculty on developing discipline-specific professional development programming for graduate students. Grad Pro’s work is guided by the needs of students and by the Graduate Council’s Advisory Committee for Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Professional Development.

Whether you are a newly admitted student just starting to think about career options or a graduating student on the job market, GradPro can point you to resources to support your development and decision making.

GradPro Contact Information

For all general inquiries related to graduate student professional development, please reach out to us at [email protected].

To stay updated on professional development opportunities, events, and resources, subscribe to our Digest newsletter.

To reserve GradPro’s professional development room, 309 Sproul, please see the reservation request information below.

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GradPro Team

Sophie Major, Ph.D.

Director of GradPro

Email Sophie Major

Linda von Hoene

Assistant Dean for Professional Development
Director, GSI Teaching and Resource Center

Email Linda von Hoene

Professional Development Liaisons

Every graduate student has access to Professional Development Liaisons (PDLs), who are trained to assist students as they prepare for and launch their careers. You can sign-up for a one-on-one consultation with a PDL, who will connect you with resources, strategies, and services relevant to your particular needs or goals.

Maria Almeida

Annie Moskofian

Professional Development Liaison
J.D. Candidate

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Emily Mullin

Professional Development Liaison
Ph.D. Candidate in Ancient Greek and Roman Studies

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Evelyn Kim

Professional Development Liaison
Ph.D. Candidate in Political Science

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Joni Landeros-Cisneros

Professional Development Liaison
Ph.D. Candidate in Comparative Literature

Reserving the Graduate Professional Development Center, 309 Sproul Hall

The Graduate Professional Development Center (GPD Center) in 309 Sproul Hall is a space dedicated to professional development programming for graduate students and the faculty and staff who advise them.
The room has a maximum occupancy of 73 persons, and is furnished with 73 moveable chairs and 20 moveable tables. Two walls in the room have writable/erasable finish and can be used as dry-erase boards.
Please note that room users are responsible for their own setup, cleanup, and managing any A/V needs during their event.
NOTE: The above limits on capacity and all guidelines that follow are subject to Berkeley’s return-to-campus policy. Please review these guidelines before submitting a reservation request below.