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? Consult our list of grad-focused platforms to explore diverse paths and where your skills are valued across many fields.

Consult Resources & Build Competencies

Explore our guidebook for converting your academic CV into a resume, along with professional development resources and events to help you prepare for your next career opportunity.​

Student Employment Fair: Explore Fall Opportunities!

Whether you’re interested in a student worker position, part-time job (Work Study or non-Work Study), internship, or volunteer role, the Student Employment Fair is the perfect place to start your search! Making the most of your fall semester starts at …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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Discover Interstride: Your Career Resource for U.S. and Beyond

Are you wondering how to navigate career opportunities in the U.S. while also exploring options around the world? Join us on Aug 13 from 10-11am in Lawrence 105 for an in-person presentation to discover how Interstride, a free platform available …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Fall 2026 Beyond the Professoriate Webinars

Starting this August, 8 online career webinars will be available for graduate students to attend! These sessions cover topics on how to prepare for academic and non-academic careers, or how to decide between the two. All can be accessed through …

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Access to Complete Career Masterclass Collection

Pitt now has unlimited access to The Job Insiders’ Complete Career Masterclass Collection, a suite of on-demand courses covering LinkedIn, AI tools for job searching, resume writing for applicant tracking systems, and breaking into tech. The content is created by

By Karen Chow
Karen Chow
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Looking for Work? Don’t Worry About Seeming Too Eager

For graduate students navigating the job market, whether applying for academic positions, industry roles, or fellowships, new research published in Management Science offers a reassuring and practical takeaway: don’t strategically delay your responses to seem less eager. A study drawing …

By Inga Kiderra
Inga Kiderra
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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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