Curious about life beyond academia?
The NC State Accelerate to Industry+ (A2i+) program presents Career Insights, a series of 1-hour virtual workshops designed for graduate students and postdocs exploring careers in industry, government, and non-profit sectors. Through dynamic talks and panels with professionals, you’ll gain essential skills in career exploration, communication, teamwork, leadership, project management, regulatory affairs, and more. Each session offers practical strategies—such as applying AI in the workplace, networking with purpose, and translating your advanced skills for employers.
Register for each individual session through the NC State Graduate School workshop registration system. When registering, please note the following:
- Under “Workshop Name,” select “Career Readiness Programs: A2i+ Career Insights (Date of Choice)” to sign up for your desired session.
- Non–NC State graduate students are eligible to register only for Career Insights sessions.
Workshop Schedule
Ever wonder how recruiters evaluate resumes from graduate students? In this workshop, a talent acquisition professional breaks down how to convert a CV into a resume that speaks to non-academic employers. Learn how to tailor your materials, highlight outcomes, and present your graduate work in a way that aligns with recruiter expectations.
Compensation is a critical aspect of landing a new job. Gain perspective on how to assess your value in the workplace and navigate the delicate conversations around compensation when you’ve done the hard work of landing an offer. Drawing on experience working with thousands of students and hundreds of tech industry professionals, this session will highlight insights from a Job Search and Negotiation Coach, including real examples of offer improvements that have been achieved and what may be possible for you.
Now it’s time to make your money work for you. This workshop will give you practical tools to confidently manage your first paycheck wisely and build habits that support long-term financial growth and stability
It is essential to understand how the skills you’ve developed in graduate studies are not only relevant but highly sought after in various industries. In this session, learn how the graduate academic experiences translate into practical applications in the workplace. You will leave empowered to recognize your readiness and understand the demand for your skills in the corporate job market.
Designed for graduate students and postdocs exploring non-academic careers, this session highlights how graduate training builds transferable project management skills. An industry expert will discuss how those skills translate to industry environments and what employers expect from project managers and project team members to deliver successful outcomes.
Your graduate education has prepared you to excel. Learn how to translate your expertise and strengths with early-career habits to propel you towards a positive industry career trajectory.
Learn directly from a corporate recruiter how the hiring ecosystem really works. This session will reshape your idea of a “dream job,” show you how to build strong, positive relationships with recruiters, and give you practical tools to interview with confidence.
