March 10, 2025

Biochemistry at OpenEye (feat. Phu Tang)

Phu Tang earned his PhD in Biochemistry at the CUNY Graduate Center. He is now a Scientific Software Developer at OpenEye. In this episode of Alumni Aloud, I speak with Phu about his unique upbringing that instilled a passion for science, the advantages of CUNY system, and the importance of networking in the private sector.

January 11, 2025

Our Favorite Tech Career Resources for CUNY GC Students

Stepping into the technology field can feel like both an exciting and daunting journey. Whether you’re pursuing a master’s or PhD, there are an abundance of resources designed to help… Read the rest

December 4, 2024

Economics at Pace University (feat. Eric Osborne)

Eric Osborne earned his PhD in Economics at the CUNY Graduate Center. He is now an Assistant Professor at Pace University. In this episode of Alumni Aloud, I speak with Eric about using applied economics for the cause of social justice, his teaching experience in the CUNY system, and the importance of publications in the academic job market.

November 13, 2024

Mathematics at SandboxAQ (feat. Tai-Danae Bradley)

Tai-Danae Bradley earned her PhD in Mathematics at the CUNY Graduate Center. She is now a Research Mathematician at SandboxAQ.

October 29, 2024

NYS Excelsior Service Fellowship, 2024-2025

The New York State Excelsior Service Fellowship Program is a paid two-year fellowship offering talented graduate, law, and advanced degree program graduates unmatched training and experience in New York State government.

August 21, 2024

Making the Most of the Fall Career Fair 2024 @ The Graduate Center, CUNY

Career fairs are networking events, and the connections you make can continue to pay off well into the future. In order to make the most out of your career fair experience, there are several steps you can take before, during, and even after the event.

June 6, 2024

Comparative Literature and English at Chainguard

Lisa Tagliaferri earned her PhD in Comparative Literature at the CUNY Graduate Center. She is now a Senior Director of Developer Enablement at Chainguard. Erin Rose Glass earned her PhD in English at the CUNY Graduate Center. She is now a Product Manager at Chainguard.

May 22, 2024

Political Science at City College (feat. Pierre Losson)

Pierre Losson earned his PhD in Political Science at the CUNY Graduate Center. He is now an Associate Director of the CUNY Dominican Studies Institute at City College.

May 8, 2024

Find the Right Internship for Your Career: Part 2

The internship search journey can be difficult to navigate without the proper strategy. Our plan is designed to equip you with the necessary tools and strategies to secure valuable internship experiences that align with your goals.

May 8, 2024

Find the Right Internship for Your Career: Part 1

A guide for navigating the internship application timeline with confidence and clarity, breaking down the application timeline, based on both company size and industry.

May 7, 2024

Completing Internships for Academic Credit

In order to make the most out of your internship, you might want to consider completing it in exchange for academic credit.

May 7, 2024

10 Reasons to Complete an Internship

There are many reasons why both current students and recent graduates should consider completing an internship, including both personal and professional growth. Here is a list of 10 reasons why completing an internship might be beneficial to you.

May 2, 2024

Breaking Into Data Science

We often see students in our office interested in careers in data science. We’ve compiled this tip sheet with basic information on the field and ways CUNY GC students can… Read the rest

March 20, 2024

History at the United States Naval Academy (feat. Nicholas Cross)

Nicholas Cross earned his PhD in History at the CUNY Graduate Center. He is now an Assistant Professor in Ancient Greco-Roman History at the United States Naval Academy.

March 6, 2024

Psychology and Law at the Center for Policing Equity (feat. Mawia Khogali)

Mawia Khogali earned her PhD in Psychology and Law at the CUNY Graduate Center. Over the past five years, she has worked for the nonprofit organization, the Center for Policing Equity.

February 15, 2024

English at Hostos Community College (feat. Aaron Botwick)

Aaron Botwick earned his PhD in English at the CUNY Graduate Center. He is now an Assistant Professor of English at Hostos Community College.

February 14, 2024

How to Prepare for a Technical Interview

What is a Technical Interview?  A technical interview is one part of an interview process for an internship or job, where an employer is assessing your technical skill set for… Read the rest

January 23, 2024

Careers in UX Design

Considering a career in User Experience (UX) Design? UX Designers craft interactions between users and digital interfaces like websites, apps, or other platforms, or services. Their primary focus lies in… Read the rest

January 8, 2024

Rebekah Tweed from All Tech is Human Introduces Students to Careers in Public Interest Technology

Rebekah Tweed, Executive Director of All Tech is Human, came to GC to speak with graduate students about Public Interest Technology (PIT) Careers on December 13, 2023. This event culminated… Read the rest

December 15, 2023

Explainer: What is Public Interest Technology?

Public Interest Technology (PIT)is an interdisciplinary field at the intersection of technology, social impact, and public service. If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a positive difference in… Read the rest