Welcome! Here, you’ll find opportunities to explore career paths that align with your academic background and personal interests; connect with alumni, employers, and professionals who value your advanced training; and achieve clarity and confidence in pursuit of your academic and career goals. Whether you’re currently pursuing a master’s, doctoral, or professional degree, the Career Center is here to support your next steps and long-term success. While graduate students may receive career and professional development support from their schools, we provide additional preparation to help you succeed in today’s competitive academic and non-academic job markets.

Graduate and Professional students can also consult the Office of the Provost’s Professional Development site.

Postdoctoral fellows can consult the Office of Academic Career Development – Health Sciences or the Office of the Provost’s Postdoctoral Career & Professional Development site.

Get Started

Jump start your career planning with our roadmap—a flexible guide outlining key actions you can take at each stage of your graduate program to explore options, connect with others, and achieve your goals after graduation.

Talk to Career Staff

Connect with a professional career staff for personalized support on everything from career exploration and job searches to application materials and interviews.

Explore Career Options

Curious about career options for someone with your advanced skills and graduate degree? Use your research mindset to explore diverse paths and where your skills are valued across many fields.

Professional Development Resources & Events

Participate in grad-focused career programs to strengthen your job materials, build skills, and grow your network before entering the job market.​

April 24: Closing the Context Gap: Think Different, Learn Fast, & Operate from Your Strengths  

Graduate school builds deep expertise, but success in unfamiliar professional environments requires a different way of thinking. This webinar, hosted by NC State Accelerate to Industry+ (A2i+) program, will introduce a practical framework for recognizing existing strengths, addressing key gaps, …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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After a Setback, Gain Perspective and Insight Through Productive Grief

Most people will experience professional disappointment during their careers. At some point, something that they’ve worked toward or aspired to will fall through: Maybe a job opportunity doesn’t materialize, a promotion goes to someone else or a research paper is …

By Jess Holmes
Jess Holmes
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May 5: Seattle Biomedical Postdoc Recruitment Event

Interested in biomedical postdoc opportunities in Seattle, WA? Register to attend Seattle DROP, a virtual biomedical postdoc recruitment event on May 5th from 8AM-1PM PT. Sponsored by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Research …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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May 4-8: Virtual PhD Career Conference

Doctoral students and postdocs are entering one of the most challenging job markets in recent years. AI is reshaping hiring at every level, job creation has slowed, and competition for available positions is high. Building a strong foundation for your …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Explore Entrepreneurship—One Step at a Time

The Entrepreneurs website is an interactive, student-friendly platform developed by Derek Lidow and Ben Lehnert that helps you move from “I have an idea” to actually building something real. Instead of long lectures or abstract theory, it offers short, hands-on …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Featured Resources

Self-Reflection: Before You Begin

Before delving into career paths, take time for self-reflection. Consider your interests, passions, and values. What …

Positive Interview Skill-Building Action Plan

This structured, daily practice plan will facilitate building skills to manage anxiety, enhance confidence, improve …

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.

Career Center Virtual Services

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