PhDs/Postdocs
We support career diversity and we encourage you to imagine multiple possible futures. The PhDs & Postdoc team supports PhD students and postdoctoral fellows in their pursuit of meaningful, purposeful work across all industries. At Stanford Career Education, we are committed to helping you explore the many paths available to you, and help you secure the opportunities you desire within and beyond academia.

Meet Our PhD/Postdoc Coaching Team:
- Associate Director of Career Coaching and Education - PhDs & Postdocs
- Assistant Director of Career Coaching and Education - PhDs & Post Docs
- Assistant Director of Career Coaching and Education - PhDs & Postdocs
Make a Coaching Appointment
Whether you’re starting to explore or you’re actively applying to jobs, internships, and fellowships, you can talk confidentially about whatever is on your mind with a member of our team. We look forward to working with you!
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Additionally, spouses of current students and postdocs are eligible for one appointment per year
Spring Quarter 2023 Virtual Drop-Ins
The PhDs & Postdocs team hosts drop-in sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 p.m. throughout the quarter. Drop-ins are first-come, first-served, and are for quick questions and short document reviews (CVs, resumes, cover letters) that should take no longer than 15 minutes. Use this Zoom link to access.
Start Where You Are
We provide an array of programs, courses, and resources to help you, no matter where you are in your career preparation.

Assess
Start where you are. Learn more about the resources and events available to help you identify your skills, strengths, interests, and values and how you can connect them to meaningful and purposeful work.

Explore
Gain information and make connections. Learn how to leverage key resources and learn key strategies to explore diverse careers, connect with alums and employers, and build confidence in your career development.

Search
Discover, apply for, and secure opportunities. Whether you’re applying for faculty jobs or pursuing careers beyond academia, learn about the key strategies, application documents, and tips to help you be successful.