Life and Physical Sciences

Welcome to the Pitt’s Life & Physical Sciences Career Community! Through this community, you will find industry resources, career advice, resume samples, job/internship and networking opportunities, and events to help you navigate your post-graduation goals and plans.

Please feel free to explore other related community pages for additional resources and schedule an appointment with your career consultant here: Schedule an appointment via HANDSHAKE

Your career consultants are:

Ashley Steffy: Bioinformatics, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computational Biology, Ecology & Evolution, Microbiology and
Molecular Biology
Ingrid Beute: Physics and Astronomy, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Neuroscience
Carol Balk: Natural Sciences

Pre-Med students and students interested in pursuing a health track, please visit comprehensive resources and relevant appointment opportunities here: Health Resources

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Negotiating Salary as a New Graduate

Published on October 31, 2023

Congratulations soon-to-be Pitt graduate or recent graduate! Landing the job is just the beginning; negotiating your salary is pivotal in ensuring you are fairly compensated for your skills and potential, experience, and the value you bring to the table. But …

By Ingrid Beute

Thriving in the Virtual Working Environment: How to be successful and advance in your career.

Published on October 30, 2023

Being successful and advancing in the virtual working environment: Here are some suggestions to facilitate your journey and to THRIVE:

Communicate effectively and regularly: In a remote working environment, it’s essential to communicate regularly with your colleagues and managers. Keep …

By Ingrid Beute

Networking: Where and How to Begin

Published on October 20, 2023

Networking is so frequently talked about as the fundamental pathway to opportunities, but where do you begin? Whether you are a freshman student or a fresh graduate, understanding the journey of networking can be a game changer. Let’s dive right …

By Ingrid Beute

GoinGlobal – Job, Internship and Cultural Resources for International and Domestic Students

Published on October 17, 2023

GoinGlobal is a fantastic resource for all students, including those looking for jobs and internships both within and outside of the United States. Whether you dream of working in your home country, exploring opportunities in other countries, or embarking on …

By Ingrid Beute

What is a Technical Interview?

Published on October 12, 2023

Updated June 9, 2023

When applying for jobs, employers may ask you to take part in a technical interview. Technical interviews allow employers to determine whether your skills and technical knowledge qualify you for the open position. By learning more …

By The Indeed Editorial Team

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