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Make an Appointment with a Career Center Advisor
Our dedicated staff offer career advising appointments via phone, Zoom, and in-person!
Make an appointment with a career center advisor*.
*M.S. and Ph.D. students—please be sure to select one of the following Ph.D. career center peer advisors to best serve you:
- Aminat Ibrahim (Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering)
- Lillian Lau (School of Civil and Environmental Engineering)
Career Development Toolkit: Where do I start?
Depending on your questions, there’s probably a perfect module to help you get started:
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Career Fairs module
Attending career fairs is a great way to connect with employers and learn about their organizations, including the qualities and skills they look for in candidates. It also allows you to show your interest in a company, highlight your relevant experiences, and possibly secure an interview.
If you’re just starting your career search, career fairs are an excellent opportunity to explore different industries, learn about various organizations, and begin building your professional network.
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Job and Internship Search module
A successful job search involves using a variety of resources and strategies. Cornell Engineering students secure positions by participating in on-campus recruiting (OCR) activities, applying for opportunities posted in Handshake and on company websites, and networking with employers, alumni, and people in their field of interest.
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International module
For international students seeking to work in the United States, it is important to start planning early. Be sure to understand the work authorization regulations related to your visa by attending information sessions offered by the Office of Global Learning.
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Interviewing module
Wondering what you should expect in an interview and how best to prepare? The Interviewing module includes information on interview structures and formats, questions, case and technical interview preparation, professional attire, and more.
Our office offers practice interviews to help you prepare to shine in an interview.
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Networking module
Networking is the single most effective method of gathering career-related information, developing contacts within an industry, and uncovering the hidden job market. The ability to identify and connect with those working in your field of interest is an essential skill in the career search process.
To successfully grow your professional network through conversations with others, you must prepare and develop a plan. The Networking module includes information on using platforms such as LinkedIn and CUelinks to make career connections.
Careers in Academia
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Pursuing a Faculty Position
Discuss your plans with your special committee members and director of graduate studies for the guidance most relevant to your field.
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Graduate School Career Guide
The Graduate School provides helpful information on teaching philosophy statements, presenting your research, Curriculum Vitaes (CV), and more!
Careers in Industry and Government
A successful job search involves using a variety of resources. Cornell Engineering students secure positions by :
- Participating in on-campus recruiting (OCR) activities
- Applying for opportunities posted in Handshake and on company websites
- Networking with employers, alumni, and people in their field of interest
In addition to the Career Development Toolkit modules, you may find these resources useful as well:
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Cornell Career Services
Cornell Career Services offers additional career resources for graduate student support.
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Pathways to Success
The Cornell Graduate School offers professional development resources. Their website includes information to enhance training opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars to prepare for careers beyond conventional academic research.
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Graduate Student Career Resources Newsletter
Be sure to activate your Handshake account so that you receive the Cornell Career Services monthly e-newsletter for career related information and job opportunities for graduate students exploring or pursuing careers beyond academia.
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Pathways to Science
In this website, search for “Postdoc opportunities in STEM.”
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Employer Websites
Not all employers participate in Cornell’s On-Campus Recruiting program and/or post positions in Cornell’s Handshake database. If you are interested in an employer and they do not recruit at Cornell, visit their website and search for opportunities on their careers or jobs page. Refer to the Networking module in the Career Development Toolkit to learn tips for connecting with individuals at your companies of interest.