Supporting Grad Students in Exploring Career Paths Beyond Academia

This 90-minute, interactive workshop, co-offered by G+PS and the UBC Career Centre, equips faculty with practical strategies to support graduate students in exploring career paths beyond academia and navigating an evolving employment landscape.

▼ What you will learn

Through instruction, guided discussion, and reflection, participants will gain insights and actionable tools to more effectively:

• Explore employment trends and outcomes among graduate alumni
• Initiate early, meaningful conversations about career goals with graduate students
• Support students in identifying and articulating their research and transferable skills
• Address common student questions and concerns around career exploration
• Connect students to relevant professional development opportunities, resources and networks

▼ Facilitators

• Kimberley Rawes – Manager, Career and Professional Development, UBC Career Centre
• Brianne Howard – Director, Student Academic Support, G+PS

▼ Who will benefit most

Faculty and postdoctoral scholars interested in supporting graduate students’ career development and broadening their awareness of diverse career pathways beyond academia. Staff are also welcome.

▼ Contact

For questions, please contact Brianne.Howard@ubc.ca.