Leveraging Your PhD: Why Employers Value Your Skills (2025)

Takeaways from a panel presentation by Harvard Griffin GSAS alumni working outside academia.

Guest blog post by Rachel Rosenman (Harvard Griffin GSAS PhD Candidate in Music).

As our graduate career advisors at the Harvard FAS Mignone Center for Career Success …

By Gregg Rosenblum
Gregg Rosenblum Assistant Director, IT and Content Resources
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CS/Engineering Degrees Lead Salary Increases for Class of 2025

Thinking of studying computer science or going into a technical field in the future– it might pay off according to the National Association for Colleges and Employers (NACE) recently published Class of 2025 Salary Projection report!

While overall starting salary …

By Meaghan Shea
Meaghan Shea Assistant Director, Technology, Data Analytics, Life & Physical Sciences & Entrepreneurship
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19 careers that map well to biology majors

Career mapping is the process of creating a strategic plan for your professional growth by identifying potential career paths, the skills you’ll need, and the steps to reach your goals. For biology majors, career mapping is especially helpful because this …

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How to Use AI to Write a Thank-you Note After an Interview

You nailed your job interview—great! But before you start anxiously refreshing your inbox for an update, there’s one more important step: sending a thank-you note.

This small gesture can reinforce your enthusiasm, highlight key takeaways from your conversation, and …

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Student Reflection, Winifred Ofori-Manu ’27: Arts & Museums Winter Internship

My Winter Internship Experience at the Boston Center for the Arts (BCA)

The longer I’m at Harvard, the more I realize how many different paths I could pursue in the future. Interestingly, I’ve come to appreciate that uncertainty. I started …

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Student Reflection, Ella Schneider ’26: Arts & Museums Winter Internship

During my winter internship at the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the world of museum curation, historical storytelling, and community engagement. Going into the experience, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect, …

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Searching for an internship or job opportunity? Degree students can attend Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) career fairs!

The Mignone Center for Career Success (MCS) serves Harvard Extension School admitted degree students and degree program alumni, Harvard College and Harvard Griffin GSAS. See each event link for relevant audience.

MCS Fall 2024 Career Fairs (all in-person):

Can’t attend …

By Shoshana Mavor
Shoshana Mavor Assistant Director, Harvard Extension School Career Services
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How to Onboard for MCS Medical School Application Advising (2025-2026 Cycle)

Welcome to MCS medical school application support and advising! Our workshop series for 2025-26 applicants launched in November 2024 with the Navigating the Medical School Application Process webinar, which some of you attended live. If you were not able to …

By Rob Harrington
Rob Harrington Assistant Director of Premedical and Health Careers Advising
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6 AI Skills Every Entry-Level Worker Should Have

Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just for data scientists and engineers. It’s shaping industries across the board, and having AI skills can set you apart as an entry-level worker, no matter your field. Whether you’re preparing for your first job or …

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Strategies for post-graduation success for diverse students

Navigating life post-graduation can be filled with ups and downs. For first-generation students, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ job seekers, it’s important to know what resources are available to help you succeed as you go through adulthood. The following five strategies can …

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