The goal of the professional development program at the University Graduate School is to assist graduate students in developing core competencies that can be applied to various career pathways during their graduate and post graduate careers.
Accelerate to Industry (A2i)
One of our signature programs is Accelerate to Industry (A2i). This program is an approach to workforce readiness that prepares graduate students for careers in various industries. Through A2i students can strengthen the business, leadership, and communication skills. There are three different components to our A2i program:
- Job Search Strategies (JSS)
In collaboration with other A2i university partners, JSS offers the opportunity to hear from industry representatives and participate in workshops throughout the summer.
- Immersion
A two-to-three-day event for graduate students to attend sessions and interact with various industry representatives and executives.
- Virtual Site Visit
Events where graduate students hear directly from company representatives who provide an overview of their company and of recruitment opportunities. UGS Lilly 2021 New2.pdf