Skip to main content
The University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • Visit
  • Apply
  • Give
  • Search UMass.edu
College of Natural Sciences

Main navigation

  • Academics
    Undergraduate programsGraduate programsCertificate programsFlexible and online learningAll academic programsCourses
    See all departments
    Degree requirementsInfo for prospective studentsPre-college programs
  • Student Success
    CNS Student Success CenterAcademic AdvisingCareer and Professional DevelopmentGraduate Student ResourcesPre-Med/Pre-Health AdvisingStudent Success and DiversityYour Academic Deans
    First Year OpportunitiesAdvising FAQsScholarshipsStudent Organizations
  • Research
    Research centers & institutesUndergraduate researchGreenhousesIndustry partnershipsResearch supportCNS Bridge and Seed Funding (BSF) programScientific glassblowing laboratory
  • Campus & Outreach
    Diversity, Equity & InclusionStudent Success and DiversityEureka!Community ConnectionsGivingCenter for Agriculture, Food, and the EnvironmentUMass Extension
  • About
    NewsStoriesEventsPeopleMeet the leadershipBuildings and facilitiesContact
    Information for faculty & staffInformation for alumni

Breadcrumb

  1. Home
  2. Student Success
  3. Career and Professional Development

On-Campus Career & Professional Development Partners

CNS Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Fellow Development Office

As part of the CNS Office of Graduate, Postdoctoral, and Faculty Development, the focus here is on supporting and enhancing the graduate and postdoctoral experience by building diverse and inclusive communities, enhancing professional development and career readiness, and offering additional support and guidance where needed.

 Visit CNS Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Development

Office of Professional Development (OPD)

The Office of Professional Development (OPD) supports graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in developing skills for academic and professional success. Offering over 400 workshops, conferences, writing retreats, and experiential learning opportunities annually, OPD provides training in career development, communication, grants and fellowships, teaching, and personal growth. 
 Visit OPD

Office of Global Affairs

Resources for international students and global research engagement
Visit Global Affairs

Graduate School

For policies, degree requirements, funding, and academic support related to graduate school
Visit Graduate School

 

 

 

 

 

Local Navigation Links

Career and Professional Development
Career Advising
Career Development Checklist
Resumes and Cover Letters
Job, Internship, and Co-op Searching
Applying to Graduate School
Handshake
Interviewing and Job Offers
For Employers
Frequently asked questions
Career Paths
CNS Graduate Student Career Advisor Introduction
CNS Graduate Student Resources
On-Campus Career Development Partners
Resources for International Graduate Students

Site footer

College of Natural Sciences
  • X
  • Find us on Facebook
  • Find us on YouTube
  • Find us on LinkedIn
  • Find us on Instagram
Address

101 Stockbridge Hall
80 Campus Center Way
Amherst, MA 01003-9248
United States

Phone number
(413) 545-2766

Info for...

  • Current students
  • Faculty and staff
  • Alumni

Academics

  • Explore our programs
  • Departments

The college

  • About CNS
  • News
  • Events

Contact

  • Contact CNS
  • Directory

Global footer

  • ©2025 University of Massachusetts Amherst
  • Site policies
  • Privacy
  • Non-discrimination notice
  • Accessibility
  • Terms of use