The University of Texas System Career Exploration Network offers an unparalleled opportunity for Ph.D. students and postdoctoral trainees to proactively shape their future careers. This fully virtual program is meticulously designed to broaden horizons, enhance professional skills, and foster invaluable connections within diverse industries. By participating in this initiative, Seekers gain a competitive edge in today’s dynamic job market through personalized guidance and exposure to a wealth of career possibilities.
Who Can Benefit?
Seekers: Charting Your Course
This program is specifically tailored for currently enrolled Ph.D. students and active postdoctoral trainees across all University of Texas System Health Institutions. To maximize the program’s impact, active participation and commitment are essential. Seekers are required to engage in the following key components:
- LinkedIn Profile Workshop: A foundational session focused on crafting a compelling professional online presence.
- Networking Preparation Session: Choose one of two sessions designed to equip you with effective networking strategies.
- Virtual Career Exploration Networking Events: Attend two out of three events to connect with professionals and explore diverse career paths.
Guides: Sharing Expertise and Inspiring Futures
Guides are experienced professionals holding a Ph.D. and possessing a minimum of six months of professional experience post-degree. Whether you are an alumnus or a friend of the UT System, your insights are invaluable. Guides play a crucial role in mentoring the next generation of scientific leaders by sharing career journeys and offering practical advice. Guide participation includes:
- Optional Guide Peer Networking Connection Event: An opportunity to connect with fellow Guides and refine mentoring approaches.
- Virtual Career Exploration Networking Event: Participate in one or more events to engage with Seekers and contribute to their career exploration journeys.
Program Highlights: Your Journey of Discovery
The University of Texas System Career Exploration Network leverages the expansive UT System network to cultivate meaningful professional relationships centered around career exploration. Both Guides and Seekers will find themselves in an enriching and supportive environment throughout the program. Seekers will benefit from preparatory workshops leading up to focused interactions with four distinct Guides, all conveniently scheduled during lunchtime. Key features include:
- Seeker LinkedIn Profile Workshop: This workshop empowers Seekers to build a strong LinkedIn profile that effectively showcases their skills and professional brand to potential employers and connections.
- Seeker Networking Preparation Session: Gain essential networking skills and understand the nuances of virtual professional interactions to make the most of the networking events.
- Guide Peer Connection Event: Guides can connect with peers, exchange best practices in mentorship, and align on program objectives to provide consistent and valuable guidance to Seekers.
- Seeker and Guide Virtual Career Exploration Networking Events: These events are the cornerstone of the program, providing structured opportunities for Seekers to engage in insightful conversations with alumni and friends of the UT System, delving into diverse career paths and industries.
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