Doctoral Career Design Course

The Doctoral Career Design Course offers current doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars the opportunity to participate in intentional career exploration and decision-making. Given the changing career landscape, early engagement in the career planning process will better prepare doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars to pursue meaningful career pathways after graduate school or postdoctoral training.

In this course, participants will identify core values, interests, and skills, explore diverse career pathways suitable for those with doctoral degrees, and learn strategies to advance career goals. This course is best suited for doctoral students in year 2 and above and postdoctoral scholars, ideally those who are 6 months in advance of their planned active job search activities. 

October 2024 Topics, Schedule, Format, and Location

Every Wednesday, 12-1:30 PM, in October 2024 | All sessions will be in person with provided lunch at 2124 Lee Building. Spots are limited. 

• Connecting life and work: Oct. 2
• Skills and experiences valued in diverse careers: Oct. 9
• Research yourself and PhD careers: Oct. 16
• Networking and telling your story: Oct. 23

The four topics build on each other. For best learning outcomes, please plan to attend all sessions if possible.

Please REGISTER by 5 PM, Thursday, September 24, 2024

Once registered, you will receive a copy of your responses when you submit this form. Calendar invites will be shared with registrants. Contact the instructor, Dr. Yi Hao (yihao@umd.edu), if you have any questions.