Build a Diverse Professional Network
In today’s environment, going it alone is not an option. From the challenges you’ll face to the breakthroughs you’ll make, networking has the power to propel your career forward, open doors for you, and fuel your transition from the student to professional worlds…and beyond!
Building Connections Begins Where You Are
Everyone you know is in network, including friends, family, and colleagues. Making authentic and un-forced connections is key to building meaningful, long-lasting relationships. From alumni groups to book clubs to conferences, take some time to explore the wide variety of professional events and social groups available to find what feels right for you.
Monday, March 24, 2025 | San Diego, CA
Grad & Postdoc Reception at ACS Spring 2025
Meet your peers, make new connections, and expand your network. Hosted at every ACS Spring and Fall Meeting.
Start off on the Right Foot
Networking ≠ job hunting. And it doesn’t mean schmoozing your way through events that you actually have no interest in attending. Networking connections may happen to open doors for you in the short term. But it isn’t about one person helping another person get a job. It’s about building authentic connections, providing mutual support, and cultivating lasting relationships.
Here are some articles to help reimagine how to make networking work for you!
From GP Chemist Magazine
Workshops and Webinars to Fine-Tune Your Networking Skills
Networking is a skill like any other, and it comes more easily to some people than others. Whether it comes naturally to you or you need a little help, ACS offers courses and webinars to help take your networking game to the next level.
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Join our Slack community for chemistry grad students to sound off on PhD life!
Access Additional Career Services and Networking Communities with ACS Membership
- Connect with peers and pros through ACS meetings, Local Sections, and ACS Divisions
- Access career-related programs and services
Look for discounted Graduate and Recent Graduate rates!
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