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Education & Academia

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The following sampling of tools and resources should be combined with your own research. We suggest you use targeted keyword searches to find representative employers and opportunities, explore professional associations, join LinkedIN groups, and browse additional job board postings. Remember to also search LinkedIN and QuakerNet to connect with Penn alumni in fields related to your interests. Additionally, the sample jobs and employers are only a small selection of what’s posted in Handshake – log in to see much more!

We also suggest using the Career Exploration section of our website for more information or researching by major.

For resources on the Academic Job Search for faculty and related positions, please go to our community for PhDs and Postdocs.

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6 Activist Poets Who Inspire Contemplation, Connection, and Change

June 22, 2020

Throughout history, in moments of doubt, artists and writers have confronted despair and uncertainty with their creativity and words. Now is no different. Below are six contemporary poets whose words of contemplation, connection and change will not only provide comfort …

By Sheena Daree Miller - Idealist Careers

The Importance of Informational Interviews for Faculty and Expanded Careers

June 2, 2020

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber

Interviewing: Answers for “Do You Have Any Questions for Us?” During Covid-19

May 26, 2020

by Dr. Esther H. Ra

Often interviewees will forget that an interview is ultimately a two-way street. As much as an employer is taking a deeper look at your skill sets and experience during an interview, as the interviewee, it …

By Esther Ra

Put One Foot in Front of the Other

May 19, 2020

Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:

By Joseph Barber

4 Unique Podcasts to Inspire Social Innovation

May 4, 2020

It’s safe to say that many of us could use a bit of inspiration these days—and podcasts are a great way to stay informed and entertained from home. Whether you need a new podcast obsession or just want to know …

By Amy Bergen - Idealist Careers

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Handshake is Career Services’ powerful platform for University of Pennsylvania students, postdocs and alumni.  Handshake uses cutting edge technology to …

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Tips for the Education Policy, Research and Program Management Job SearchShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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A quick reference guide for exploring and finding a position in policy analysis, research and/or program management in the field …

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Tips for the Intercultural Job SearchShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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A quick reference guide for exploring options and finding work in education-related fields related to intercultural competencies.

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Tips for the Higher Education Administration Job SearchShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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A guide for finding a job in the field of higher education.

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Tips for the K-12 Job SearchShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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A quick reference guide for finding a job in K-12 education.

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Vault Guide to Education Jobs, Second EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

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