Accelerate to Industry (A2i) is a signature career-readiness program designed to empower graduate students as you prepare for impactful careers beyond academia. This immersive experience offers a rare chance to partner with leading companies, expand your professional network, and gain insight into the skills and strategies that drive success in today’s industry landscape.
During the program, you’ll gain tailored career advice, direct mentorship from industry professionals, and hands-on support to help you secure competitive internships and full-time roles, including opportunities for resume & CV reviews and even on-site recruitment!
The A2i series features three dynamic sessions led by experts representing both STEM and humanities fields to ensure every participant gains relevant and actionable support.
So, whether you envision your future in science, technology, business, the arts, or beyond, A2i equips you with the professional skills needed to take the next step in your career with confidence. To attend, register for the series here.
Please contact grad.assist@unh.edu for any questions.
Workshops
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Stand Out and Step Up: Mastering LinkedIn & Acing Interviews
The first session of our program series is led by HR professional Maureen Crawford Hentz and JOBTALK founder and UNH alumna Krystal Hicks. Both provide insider techniques on how to target the right jobs as you apply, tips to optimize your LinkedIn presence, and key advice to nail your job interviews.
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Inside Industry Minds: What Employers Want & How to Network Effectively
Industry leaders from Lonza, a top healthcare organization, and RiverStone, a leading insurance company, share what employers really look for in today’s job market. In addition to asking questions to a panel of representatives, participants receive personalized CV & resume feedback. You also have the opportunity to build connections over a networking lunch before participating in a focused recruitment session with both organizations.
To see some of the insider knowledge you will receive, check out the session's panelist questions.
Thank you to our partner industries for their support!
