Graduate Students

Welcome to the Custom Career Content site offered by the Toppel Career Center! We are dedicated to guiding you in making educated decisions as you prepare for life after graduate school and explore the ever-changing landscape of careers. 

The Toppel Career Center focuses primarily on assisting graduate students with their industry job searches. However, please remember to keep in mind the importance of working with your respective academic department for tailored career support related to your discipline.

Check out our featured career resources for graduate students, Beyond the Professoriate and Beyond Graduate School, brought to you by the Graduate School, Miller School of Medicine, and Toppel Career Center.

Beyond Graduate School is a one-of-a-kind, online platform that helps master’s students make the most out of their investment and build their careers. From video lessons on career exploration, to writing application materials, to interviewing and negotiating for that next career step — Beyond Grad School helps master’s students through each stage of their job search.


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Beyond Graduate School

Beyond the Professoriate’s Career Training Platform is an online professional development tool where postdocs and doctoral students can explore career options and learn job search strategies. Through two programs of study (Academic Careers and Professional Careers), students are empowered to make informed decisions about their career path and learn successful job search strategies from other PhDs.

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Beyond the Professoriate

Mentor, sponsor, or both? Why early-career professionals need multiple advocates

By Jasmine Escalera, PhD, Career Expert, MyPerfectResume

When you’re early in your career, advice is everywhere from professors, managers, peers, and even TikTok. But not all guidance carries the same weight, and not all career relationships serve the same purpose. …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How to Get LinkedIn Premium for Free as a Student

🤯 I can’t believe the day is FINALLY here:

LinkedIn Premium is… get ready for it…

FREE. For. Students.

13 years ago, Omar, Rob, Mike, Zal, and I pitched Jeff Weiner and Reid Hoffman on this EXACT idea.

And even …

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The 1 LinkedIn Premium Feature That Truly Matters

Yesterday, I told you about the BIGGEST news in LinkedIn‘s entire history with students.

What I didn’t tell you was WHY it mattered so much…

Because here’s the truth: LinkedIn Premium (which is now free for anyone with a …

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Featured Resources

The following career resources were selected to support graduate students with their career needs.

50 Must-Have Online Resources for Master’s Students

50 Must-Have Online Resources for Master’s Students

OnlineMastersDegrees.org offers a list of valuable resources for grad students.

This resource was recommended by Kimberly Day from OnlineMastersDegrees.org.

Cheeky Scientist

Cheeky Scientist

Job-search training platform for PhDs. Access free content such as seminars, ebooks, and reports.

Imagine PhD

Imagine PhD

A free online career exploration and planning tool for PhD students and postdoctoral scholars in the humanities and social sciences.

InterSECT Job Simulations

InterSECT Job Simulations

An online platform that allows PhD-level scientists and humanists, regardless of professional stage, to explore future career options.

Carpe Careers Blog

Carpe Careers Blog

Blog on Inside Higher Ed that is targeted towards graduate students and navigating careers.

Toppel’s CV Guide

Toppel’s CV Guide

Check this guide out for tips, layout, and a sample CV.

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Connecting with Peers & Professionals

The following resources and platforms were selected to support graduate students in expanding their networks.

50 Must-Have Online Resources for Master’s Students

50 Must-Have Online Resources for Master’s Students

OnlineMastersDegrees.org offers a list of valuable resources for grad students.

This resource was recommended by Kimberly Day from OnlineMastersDegrees.org.

Networking Sites for Grad Students

Networking Sites for Grad Students

Learn about 25 useful networking sites that will help expand your network as a grad student.

Click on “View All Resources” for additional networking and mentorship resources featured for graduate students.

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Job Market DataIn partnership withLightcast logo

Are you looking to use real-time job market data to make informed decisions about your future career path, explore relevant salary data, or identify the skills you need to build or market to get your next role? Use the following tool to explore your options.

There are two ways to navigate this tool:

  1. Keyword Search: Search for the title of the job you’re looking to pursue, or skills you may have that could be relevant for a particular career path.
  2. Narrow Down by Industry + Occupation: If you have a general sense of the industry you’d like to pursue, you can narrow down the occupations within a given industry to help you decide.

Type in a keyword to select a relevant occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

FEATURED INDUSTRY & CAREER GUIDES

Vault offers comprehensive industry and career guides that provide insights into industry work life and advice for students on kickstarting their careers. You can access 170+ guides on our Custom Career Content site to help you explore career paths and gain valuable information that will help you make informed career decisions.

Vault Guide to Social Services Jobs, Second Edition

Vault Guide to Social Services Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Third Edition

Vault Guide to Politics, Public Policy, and Activism Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Click on “View All Resources” for additional guides.

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Skill Building with LinkedIn Learning

Access and explore on-demand LinkedIn Learning content (courses and videos) that can help you identify and build skills needed to be successful in your future career. Here, you can find relevant LinkedIn Learning content featured for your career circle.

How to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Taught by Cinematic Health Education
Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) play a critical role in helping nursing homes and hospitals function effectively and efficiently. These health…

Exploring the Top Entry-Level Jobs in Healthcare

Taught by Christine Alexander
Are you interested in pivoting into a career in healthcare? Instructor Christine Alexander introduces ten high-demand, entry-level jobs in healthcare…

Advertising on TikTok

Taught by Lucas Ertola
Have you considered using TikTok to advertise your business? In this course, learn the key components of running successful advertising…

Cloud Computing Careers and Certifications

Taught by Lynn Langit
Do you want to start a career in cloud computing, but don’t know where to begin? Whether you’re an IT…

Busting Myths About Salary Negotiations

Taught by American Negotiation Institute
Salary can be a challenging subject to discuss, but sometimes it must be done. How can you have these conversations…

Get More by Saying Less in Negotiations

Taught by Pete Mockaitis | How to Be Awesome at Your Job
Have you ever felt stressed when making an ask, or committed yourself too quickly—leaving you wishing that you could take…

Storytelling Tips for Learning and Development Leaders

Taught by Madecraft
Alex Mitts, an instructional designer and educational technology consultant, brings storytelling to the forefront of educational innovation. Alex provides a…

Computer Science Principles Lab: JavaScript

Taught by Rich Winnie
Take coding from theory to practice with our Computer Science Principles Labs. This hands-on lab gives you a chance to…

The Link between Evolutionary Psychology and Better Management

Taught by Nigel Nicholson
Take a deep dive into the world of human instincts with psychologist Nigel Nicholson, Professor of Organizational Behavior at the…

Project Management: Energy and Water Projects

Taught by Seyi Kukoyi
Discover the intricate world of project management within the energy and water sectors with this comprehensive course. Delve deep into…

Economics for Everyone: Job Markets and the Economy

Taught by Jason Schenker
The labor market is much more than headline numbers. And understanding its nuances can give you an edge. In this…

Management Tips

Taught by Todd Dewett
In this series, Todd Dewett, PhD, shares the tips respected and motivated managers use to improve rapport, navigate tricky situations,…

Understanding US Patents: A Deeper Dive

Taught by Dana Robinson
Whether you are an inventor yourself, work at a company that innovates, or are part of a company where intellectual…

Releasing and Promoting Your Music

Taught by Evan Sutton
One of the biggest issues faced by musical artists is how to get people to hear and purchase their music.…

SAS Essential Training: 1 Descriptive Analysis for Healthcare Research

Taught by Monika Wahi
After literally decades on the scene, SAS is still an industry leader in the world of big data. If healthcare…

Finance Essentials for Small Business

Taught by Kay Stice
Manage your small business successfully with these finance essentials from accounting professors Jim and Kay Stice. They explain the five…

Creating Maps with R

Taught by Charlie Joey Hadley
If you need to learn more about creating maps with R, this beginner-friendly course introduces an end-to-end mapping workflow and…

Teaching Techniques: Blended Learning

Taught by Chris Mattia
Blended learning is all about the students: combining instruction with digital resources to help increase student achievement and engagement. In…

Migrating from AutoCAD to Inventor

Taught by Thom Tremblay
AutoCAD users around the world are adopting Autodesk Inventor, the purpose-built tool for mechanical design, engineering, and manufacturing. While they’re…

Consulting Foundations: The Concept of Value

Taught by Robbie Kellman Baxter
Value is the new buzzword in consulting—and for good reason. People buy value, not just products and services. Consultants who…

LinkedIn Learning is free for currently enrolled University of Miami students. You must have a CaneID to access LinkedIn Learning. Click on “View All LinkedIn Learning Courses” to browse through all the content featured for your career circle.

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Cane2Cane Mentors

Explore careers, prepare for your future, and connect with industry professionals. Exclusive to our University of Miami community, Cane2Cane is a social network where 'Canes receive help navigating from college to career. No matter who you know, or don't know, connect and learn from professionals across 60+ industries who are eager to help you prepare for your career journey.

Stacy Almendarez

Alumni Mentor
  • Consultant Deloitte
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Taylor Burrell

Alumni Mentor
  • Greater Tampa Bay Area
  • Senior Associate, Digital Experience Savills North America
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Tania Campbell

Alumni Mentor
  • Houston, TX
  • Exploration Manager EGOM Oxy
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Gatran Gatnoor

Faculty & Staff Mentors
  • Miami, FL
  • Clinical Operations Data Associate Hinds Behavioral Health Services
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Addisu Hadigan

Alumni Mentor
  • Coral Gables, FL
  • VIP & Ground Control Insomniac Events
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Betsy Earle

Alumni Mentor
  • Greater Tampa Bay Area
  • Managing Director Event Driven Solutions
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Khristian Merrell

Alumni Mentor
  • Bowie, MD
  • Finance And Operations Director Baltimore SquashWise
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Ricardo Ceballos

Alumni Mentor
  • Nashville, TN
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Sophia Kouhail

Alumni Mentor
  • Greater Boston, MA
  • Member Pi Sigma Alpha, The National Political Science Honor Society
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Niklas Sade

Alumni Mentor
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Director of Business Development Simulations Plus, Inc.
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Amalia Adames

Alumni Mentor
  • Miramar, FL
  • RN Sub-Specialty/ Procedural Baptist Health South Florida
Meet Amalia

Edda Bisbal

Alumni Mentor
  • Miami, FL
  • Senior Research Manager, Cutaneous & Ocular Malignancies Sylvester Cancer Center
Meet Edda

Join your peers on Cane2Cane to connect with a ‘Cane who can help you achieve your career goals! You can search for connections in the Cane2Cane community by applying various filters, such as industry, location, degree, and more!

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JOBSCAN

The more effectively you can tailor your resume for a specific job, the better your chances are. Easily optimize your resume by completing a scan below. By scanning and comparing your resume versus any job description Jobscan will give you an instant analysis of how well your resume is tailored for a particular job and how it can be even better optimized for an applicant tracking system (ATS). To start, paste in the text of your resume then paste the text of the job posting you’re interested in, and press Scan.

         

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