GradFutures
closedGradFutures helps students to find their ideal graduate job and recruiters to attract great candidates.
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GradFUTURES operates as a comprehensive professional development initiative launched by Princeton University's Graduate School in the fall of 2019. The program was established to integrate professional development into the core of graduate education, empowering students for various career pathways. Its mission is to provide graduate students with the essential skills, a clear sense of purpose, and the professional relationships needed to assume leadership roles across academic, government, nonprofit, and private sectors.
The initiative serves the graduate student community at Princeton University. It functions as a central hub, collaborating with academic departments, alumni, and external industry partners to create a supportive ecosystem for professional growth. The program is not a for-profit business and does not have a traditional revenue model; it is a university-funded initiative integral to the student experience.
GradFUTURES offers a diverse portfolio of services structured around four main pillars: skills development, networking, experiential learning, and career exploration. Students can participate in over 100 workshops and boot camps annually, focusing on eight core competencies for professional success. A key feature is the opportunity for students to engage in paid, part-time experiential learning through fellowships and micro-internships with a variety of organizations, including startups and nonprofits. The program also facilitates interdisciplinary learning cohorts that bring together students, faculty, alumni, and industry leaders to discuss current trends in fields like venture capital, AI ethics, and public humanities, often culminating in a micro-credential.
Keywords: graduate student professional development, career services, higher education, Princeton University, experiential learning, PhD career pathways, graduate fellowships, micro-internships, academic leadership, non-profit careers, government careers, private sector careers, skill development, mentorship programs, alumni networking, interdisciplinary learning, university partnerships, professional competencies, career exploration