Graduate Student Professional Development
Career Planning
Finding postdoctoral positions
UW-Madison's Postdoctoral Scholars page
Handout from workshop on finding postdocs in industry (4/2006)
Handouts from workshop on finding academic research postdocs:
Preparing for an academic job search (also see Postdocs)
Workshops on developing a teaching philosophy are offered by the Writing Center and Delta. (Check GradLink@UW-Madison)
Interviewing for faculty positions, tips from search chairs. Video of panel discussion, fall 2005.
Online confidential delivery of CV, transcripts, and letters of reference to search committees ( EPCS, L&S/Human Ecology career services )
Other Career
International jobs, internships, or volunteer opportunities, visit Go Global! The International Careers Web site, hosted by UW-Madison's Global Studies Program.
College Library Career Collection - books on writing resumes, cover letters, preparing for interviews, and job hunting.
Tools for Self-assessment of interests and skills
Career fairs, career centers
Although intended for employers, the Office of Corporate Relations' site provides helpful links to upcoming career fairs and to the many campus career centers.
For people wanting to start companies, investigate the Small Business Development Center for classes on pertinent topics.