Welcome
Following program completion, many graduate students will seek out employment opportunities inside and outside of academia. The Faculty of Science’s Graduate Student Career Services offers a range of career development supports to graduate students to help them utilize their skills towards an employment goal. We are committed to ensuring that graduate students are supported in finding meaningful career pathways and obtaining the skills that they need for a future career.
What Can Science Graduate Career Services Do For Me?
We offer many different supports tailored to fit individual student needs, such as opportunities for
- resume and cover letter writing
- mock interviews
- job searching skills
- learning about non-academic career pathways
- development of important employability skills such as personal branding, networking, and workplace communication
Need assistance with something not listed here? Don’t hesitate to ask. We’re happy to provide any kind of career-related support.
Current & Upcoming Programming
We are excited to bring you new and informative programming each term. Below is a look at our Fall 2023 programming and registration links for each. Registration for events is open to all science graduate students, regardless of their program. If you are having difficulty with registering through Oscarplus, please email us for assistance.
Information Box Group
Mentorship and Careers Kick-Off Social: Navigating Your Future with Confidence Register
Wednesday, September 27, 2023 – 1 – 4 PM – MUSC (McMaster University Student Centre, 3rd floor) 311/313
Join us for an exciting afternoon marking a new academic year of mentorship and career development programming. Meet other graduate students, mentors, and enjoy food, refreshments, and fun icebreaker games.
Resume & Cover Letters #1 Register
Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023 – 2-3PM – MUSC 311/313 (in person)
Session topics TBA.
Everest Clinical Research - Employer Event for Graduate Students in Math, Stats, and Bioinformatics Register
Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 – 3:30PM – 5:30PM – MUSC 311/313 (in person)
Open to Graduate Students in Math, Stats, or Bioinformatics
Connect with senior leaders and recruitment staff from Everest Clinical Research. They want to talk to graduate students in Math, Statistics, and Bioinformatics about lucrative positions that they would like to fill. There will be a brief presentation, followed by a catered meal and opportunities to mix, mingle, and network with company representatives.
[Online] Science Graduate Student IDP Orientation: Navigating Your Path to Success Register
Thursday, October 5, 2023 – 10AM – 11AM – Online (Meeting details provided following registration)
Embarking on a fulfilling journey as a science graduate student starts with a clear roadmap – your Individual Development Plan (IDP). Join us for an informative IDP Orientation Session tailored to science graduate students like you.
[In-person] Science Graduate Student IDP Orientation: Navigating Your Path to Success Register
Thursday, October 5, 2023 – 1:30-2:30 PM – In-person (MUSC 311/313)
Embarking on a fulfilling journey as a science graduate student starts with a clear roadmap – your Individual Development Plan (IDP). Join us for an informative IDP Orientation Session tailored to science graduate students like you.
Resumes & Cover Letters #2 Register
Thursday, October 12th, 2023 – 1-2PM – MUSC 311/313 (in person)
Session topics TBA.
Resumes & Cover Letters #3 Register
Thursday, October 19th, 2023 – 1-2PM – MUSC 311/313 (in person)
Session topics TBA.
Science Communication Workshop (Date TBA) Register
Date, time, and location for this event is TBA.
In this special event, set to take place in late November, you’ll have an opportunity to learn from experts in communication and more specifically science communication.
Book An Appointment
Are you looking for help with your next resume or cover letter? Maybe you’re just getting started with your job search? Or maybe you have questions about different career options? Wherever you are in your career journey, the Science Graduate Career Services team is here to help.
In-person and online options available.
Meet The Team
Tara Zabella, Program Manager, Career Development
With over 20 years of progressive experience in human resources and career education, I am excited to support the professional goals of science students at McMaster. I am eager to work in partnership with faculty, students, and staff to develop career education programming that will empower our students with self-awareness, labour market knowledge, and opportunities to connect with employers and alumni. I am currently studying part-time for a Masters degree in Higher Education at the University of Toronto, where I am exploring the impact of social and cultural capital on work-integrated learning access and outcomes. I serve as Director at Large on the board of EWO, Experiential and Work-Integrated Learning Ontario.
I am eager to engage in conversations and knowledge sharing with our community about career education for graduate students.
Michael Adebo, Graduate Mentorship and Career Coordinator
As a recent graduate student myself, providing career development opportunities feels very personal to me. Graduate students can be unsure about the career options they have, especially if they are considering employment outside of academia. I hope to give students a chance to explore the different pathways available to them by providing personalized support and instilling the confidence to reach their goals.
In addition to my personal experience, I have work experience in the non-profit adult education and career services space. I supported a lot of people who felt that they were out of options when it came to pursuing their goals. One of my favourite parts of this role was getting people excited about their future and the opportunities available to them. I’m looking forward to bringing that same excitement to graduate students here at McMaster.
Career Services Newsletter
Science graduate students are invited to subscribe to the Graduate Career Services newsletter. The monthly newsletter includes resources, workshops, and supports for students in one easy to find place, directly to their inbox. Each newsletter also features a theme covering a different aspect of the job search. Subscribe and view past installments below. A new newsletter is circulated at the beginning of every month.