2026 Ph.D. Connections Career Conference View Other Sessions

During Ph.D. Connections, participants will be able to learn from industry experts about an array of careers in an interactive and supportive environment. The goals of Ph.D. Connections are to enable students and postdocs to:

  • Increase Awareness: Discover careers available to Ph.D. holders in a variety of industries and sectors.
  • Develop Skills: Learn about skills and key competencies important in different industries.
  • Network Effectively: Develop strategies and connections to explore careers and foster lifelong networking practice.

Ph.D. Connections is co-sponsored by the University Career Center, Rackham Graduate School, and the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at the University of Michigan Medical School.

Registration Instructions:

Please ensure that you have selected all the sessions that interest you before submitting your registration.

Use the sections below to register for various portions of the conference:

  • Virtual workshops
  • Networking round-tables
  • Networking lunch
  • Keynote address


Articulating and Leveraging Your Transferable Skills

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Livestream Available (Visible After Registration)
Anna Wagner, EdD

Are you interested in learning how to effectively connect with colleagues and prospective employers? Do you want to know how to sell the transferability of your research to a broad industry audience? If so, this integrative workshop will help you develop a strong pitch that can be used in networking opportunities. Come and learn about the process of networking, develop and practice your pitch, and understand available networking and career development resources.

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