GRADUATE STUDENTS
Whether you are seeking an internship or job in industry, pursuing further education, or looking for academic jobs, the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations is available to support you.
We encourage you to take advantage of the resources and events below. When you’re ready to meet with an Engineering Career Coach, schedule an appointment in Handshake. Engineering Career Coaches can help you:
- Network with alumni, employers, and campus resources
- Explore career possibilities
- Develop targeted job search strategies
- Review and customize tailored application materials
- Communicate your skills and interests throughout the job search process
AUBURN RESOURCES
- Graduate School Professional Development Office
- GRAD 8100 I Professional Development Course
- Office of International Students and Scholars Services
- Office of Inclusion and Diversity Women in Science and Engineering Institute
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
- myIDP – Individual Development Plan I A unique, web-based career-planning tool tailored to meet the needs of PhD students and postdocs in the sciences. Provided by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
- InterSECT Job Simulations I An online platform that allows PhD-level scientists to explore future career options.
- Science Careers I A section of the AAAS Science Magazine focused on career information and job postings.
- Beyond the Professoriate Blog I An organization that seeks to empower PhDs to build impactful careers and engaged lives, wherever smart people are needed.
EVENTS
- Auburn Three Minute Thesis Competition I Develop research communication skills to effectively explain your research to a non-specialist audience in 3 minutes.
- Auburn University Graduate School Professional Development Calendar
- Council of Engineering Graduate Students
- Graduate Engineering Research Showcase
- Distinguished Engineering Graduate Student Seminar Series
- Finish in 5 Competition
- Engineering Career Events I Past events include
RESOURCES
- Job and Internship Search Strategies
- Networking
- Online Resources
- Job Offers and Salary Negotiation
- Preparing Future Faculty Courses
Resume and CV Resources
- Resumes and Cover Letter Development
- Additional Resume Samples
- Curriculum Vitae Sample
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION RESOURCES
The Engineering Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations is committed to supporting students from all backgrounds in our career coaching, programming, and approach to cultivating employer partnerships. We encourage you to reflect on how your unique sense of identity contributes to your career decision making and invite you to review these Diversity and Inclusion Career Resources.
