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Welcome! The resources here are geared toward graduate students in the Annenberg School for Communication, Graduate Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Applied Science, Medicine and the Wharton doctoral program, as well as alumni of those schools.

Resources for doctoral candidates in the Graduate School of Education, School of Social Policy and Practice and the School of Nursing can be found on those schools' respective webpages.

On the left, you'll find information on how to connect with career advisors and links to an array of career resources. Depending on your area of interest, you may want to join one of our email lists to receive information about workshops, programs, jobs and internships.

Students who are interested in pursuing an additional graduate degree should check in with Career Services' Pre-Grad Advising Team.

During your time at Penn you can use our services whenever you need them.  We encourage you to:

• Join us for workshops on a wide range of topics, from resumes and interviewing to offer negotiation and networking.
• Schedule a mock interview with career advisors to get feedback on your interview style and technique.
• Drop by for walk-ins to get answers from a career advisor for your quick questions.
• Set up an appointment to get your resume/CV and other job search materials reviewed and critiqued.
• Visit the funding resources section of our website to see what opportunities exist for your academic program.
• Participate in discussion panels on applying for academic jobs, and talk with faculty from different types of institutiuons.
• Attend panel discussions on non-academic career options and take the opportunity to network with the speakers.
• Make use of our career planning resources as you consider your options during your degree program and after you are done.
• Utilize on-campus recruiting and the info sessions they provide, as allowed by your Penn status.
• Download Career Services podcasts, such as Job Hunting in a Difficult Economy, or visit Career Services' Vimeo Channel.
• Check in with Career Services' Pre-Grad Advising Team if you are interested in pursuing an additional graduate degree.

Alumni of graduate programs are welcome to use most of our services. There are many resources for you, including the chance to connect with other alumni.

Attention 2012 Graduates:Please CLICK HERE and take a moment to fill out our Career Plans Survey!

HIGHLIGHTED RESOURCES:

• Preparing for the Academic Job Market, Narrated Powerpoint Presentation
  
  
• How to Feel as Bright and Capable as Everyone Thinks You Are, featuring Valerie Young
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  • Program Handout
  • Interview with Valerie Young: