Your doctoral journey is a time to deepen your expertise and position yourself as a leader in academia, industry, or beyond. This page features articles, resources, alumni, job market statistics, and events to assist with your career development. Use these resources to shape your career trajectory and make a lasting impact in your field.

Should you choose prestige or pay in your first jobs?

As someone who helps students and recent grads launch their careers, I’ve seen plenty of people get hung up on the idea that prestige automatically equals success. It doesn’t. Early-career professionals make their biggest leaps when they choose roles that …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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A Job Search Playbook: Five Weekly Habits That Deliver Results

Job search seems like you’re running in circles: You send numerous applications and wait for the elusive interview invites, often wondering if you’ll ever end up getting your dream job.

Here’s the glaring truth: Job seekers get one interview call …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Shaping the Future of Health Care: How the AMA Is Leading Physicians into the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping every corner of the health care industry—and physicians are being encouraged to help guide that transformation.

For a deeper dive, we invite you to explore how the American Medical Association (AMA) is leading the way …

By Cara Morse
Cara Morse
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How to Reinvent Your Career Without Losing Credibility

You may reach a point where your career path no longer feels right. Your work may become less exciting, and your values or personal goals could change.

Reinventing your career can bring new opportunities and fresh energy. However, you may …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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You have put a lot of time and effort into pursuing your PhD degree.  Now it’s time to focus on how …

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