Do You Want to Land a Job in Industry?
We help academics kick start their careers in industry.
Register today to learn how to make your transition from academia to industry.
You'll get LIFETIME access to:
- 16 on-demand lessons packed with insights
- Communication templates to help kickstart your networking
- Video of an example interview with commentary from a hiring manager
- Career planning and interview preparation guides to help navigate your transition to industry
Course Modules
PART 1. PREPARE.ME
Helps you identify your personal sense of purpose, to create a personalized career path and to explore transferable skills.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module, you will understand at a high level how your skills and values align with positions in industry. You will become aware of the variety of skills beyond your doctoral subject matter that are valuable to industry.
PART 2. APPLY.ME
Helps you learn how to build a network, polish your online presence and create an industry-friendly CV and cover letter.
Learning Outcomes
Learn what networking is and what it is not. Actionable tips on how to get started building your professional network online and in person. You will learn how create the structure and content of an easily scannable industry CV that adheres to industry standards.
PART 3. INTERVIEW.ME
Helps you to prepare and practice before and the etiquette for following up after an interview.
Learning Outcomes
You will learn how to research the company, what to research for, learn commonly asked interview questions and how responses are evaluated.
PART 4. HIRE.ME
Helps you understand and negotiate job offers.
Learning Outcomes
You will learn about the components of a job offer beyond base salary (total compensation), which components are more-or-less negotiable and how to negotiate them.
PART 5. ONBOARD.ME
Helps you know what to expect during your onboarding at your new job and how to start off efficiently.
Learning Outcomes
You will learn the different elements of an onboarding process so that you can be an active participant and make a good impression within your first 90 days post-hire.