The OPTIONS Program is an initiative to support all engineering graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in exploring diverse career options. It consists of a: 1) Cohort Program and 2) Complementary Events.

Cohort Program

Take a deep dive into career management and join a supportive community of like-minded graduate students and post-doctoral fellows exploring career possibilities. The Cohort Program is a ten week, non-credit program facilitated by faculty and professional development experts. The program provides:

1. Ten, two-hour sessions that create a structured career exploration experience
2. Two career management tools to develop an individualized, career plan
3. A one-on-one, 30 min meeting with a career coach (optional)
4. A one-on-one, 30 min meeting with an engineering professor (optional)
5. Personalized feedback on your resume, cover letter, and interview skills
6. A mechanism to establish at least one alumni contact in a field of interest

Complementary Events

In addition to the Cohort Program, there are complementary events throughout the year open to all engineering graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. These events provide an introduction to the school-to-work transition, tools to develop skills critical to the success of a professional, and a venue to network with engineering graduate alumni.

To learn more and register, click here.