Career Preparation

In an oversaturated job market, demonstrating “fit" is critical - and the cover letter is the best place to make the persuasive argument that you are right...

Are you hearing that you should negotiate your job offer, but feeling unsure about how to do this? If you are considering jobs outside academia or...

Are you interested in a career outside academia, but unsure about which organization would be the best fit for you? Perhaps you love science, but also dream...

How can you make your research stand out among a sea of applications? Participants will draft language about their research that can be used in all facets of...

As you read the job ads for an “Assistant Professor,” you are faced with interpreting vague job descriptions and scrolling through college websites in hopes....

The thought of interviewing can feel stressful when we don't know what to expect or how candidates will be evaluated. Whether interviewing in person or...

In this workshop, you will learn the essentials of crafting a teaching portfolio that showcases your effectiveness in the classroom. Topics will include the...

At UMass, assistantships fall into three categories: teaching, research, and projects (usually involving work in a campus office). Most are offered through...

Crafting the perfect faculty cover letter can be stressful! What do I write about? Should I use letterhead? How much of the cover letter overlaps with my...

Preparing for a job or internship search? This session will talk about the differences between a CV and a resume, help you understand how employers screen...

Are you hearing that you should negotiate your job offer, but feeling unsure about how to do this? If you are considering jobs outside academia or...

Have you heard that you should be doing informational interviews in order to explore your career options or to become a better job applicant? Not sure how...