The Pitt Career Center is committed to supporting your career and professional development. We’ve created a list of resources to support you in your internship and job searches, networking, and other next steps. We’re here for you with guidance and support on your career exploration and preparation, every step of the way.

In addition to these identity-focused resources, be sure to check out additional resources on our website or schedule an appointment here through HANDSHAKE to meet with one of our career or experiential learning consultants. 

The content provided is a continuing work in progress, so please feel free to contact us with additional recommendations and resources that you find valuable.

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Looking for an International Research Job?

The United States is a global leader in training and employing the best scientists from all over the world. However, international scientists trained in the U.S. are increasingly exploring global careers. On the one hand, the convoluted and outdated U.S. …

By Sonali Majumdar
Sonali Majumdar
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Choice vs. Circumstance: Professional Development Strengths of International Graduate Students

International graduate students and postdocs in the United States lead multifaceted lives despite immigration obstacles and separation from social support systems. The distinct facets of the lives of international Ph.D. and postdoc trainees (hereafter called international researchers) deserve a spotlight. …

By Sonali Majumdar
Sonali Majumdar
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Apply to be a CCST Fellow!

Applications are now open for a paid, one-year fellowship in Sacramento, CA placing PhD scientists, engineers, and social scientists in California state government (Assembly, Senate, agencies, and the Governor’s Office). The California Council on Science and Technology (CSST) Science & …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Finding his place at Pitt: Hayden Hodges’ Path through Career Prep Academy 

When Hayden Hodges, a Sophomore Psychology major, arrived at the University of Pittsburgh from Mississippi, he wasn’t sure where he would fit in. Coming from a small town to a big city campus, he was nervous about this change, but he was …

By Madison Bozik
Madison Bozik Communications Intern
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Career & Internship Fair & Prep Events: Everything You Need to Know!

The Spring Career & Internship Fair is a must-attend event for any students & alumni seeking internships, jobs and other opportunities. The Career Center wants to help you feel prepared, so make a game plan for taking advantage of the …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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Career Center In-Person Services

  • 200 William Pitt Union
  • 412-383-4473
  • Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Drop-In Hours: Monday-Friday, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

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