Career Development Resources
Alumni Advice: Heather Nelson ('18)
Alumni Advice: Jacqualyn Schulman ('18)
Alumni Advice: Stephen Shinsky ('15)
Career Readiness Core Competencies
Soft Skills in the Workplace
Additional Resources
American Association for the Advancement of Science Career Development Center
Another great resource from the AAAS is myIDP. The Individual Development Plan or IDP is commonly referenced as an aid to help employees define and attain professional aspirations and skills. myIDP is an online career-planning tool tailored to meet the needs of PhD students and postdocs in the sciences.
Connect with the College of Graduate Studies on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a great platform to allow current students and alumni the chance to connect and keep abreast of our Career Development events and announcements. It is also an excellent tool for providing job leads & referrals. Group members will have the ability to participate in discussions.
Indeed Career Guide
New York Academy of Sciences - Career Center
CGS students and alumni are given sponsored membership to the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS). The mission of the New York Academy of Sciences is to drive innovative solutions to society's challenges by advancing scientific research, education and policy. More specifically the NYAS is committee to supporting the development of current and future scientists and researchers using a number of projects and initiatives like Global STEM Alliance, Science Alliance, and the Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists. Check out the Career Center for more resources and information.
Schedule a Career Counseling & Advisement Appointment
Schedule an appointment with Shaunna Arnold, the Coordinator of Career Development & Alumni Relations for the College of Graduate Studies.