Career Services

From the day they arrive on campus, our students are preparing for their future careers. Career services is an integral part of assuring our students hit the ground running—whether pursuing a Ph.D., M.Phil., MNSP, or MTP, we have the experience to guide students to their career goals.

Our Mission: Help Our Students and Alumni Succeed on the Job Market

Career Services aims to raise early awareness of the many career paths open to students. We provide guidance, support, and assistance to students in focusing their career planning and in obtaining jobs upon graduation.

Quite simply, our mission is to help you find a great job as you complete your tenure at the RAND School and after.

Our Services

We are dedicated to enriching your educational journey and building your career preparedness through high-impact events and advising. Our offerings are designed to support your professional growth and deepen your understanding of the job market.

Individual Career Advising

We offer personalized resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, and individualized career planning to help you succeed in your chosen field.

Career Service Modules

We offer many career modules to help students prepare for their career. Some include

• Non-federal resumes
• Consulting careers
• LinkedIn
• Mid-career job searching

Networking and Industry Panels

Engage with alumni and esteemed figures in public policy through our intimate fireside chats. Gain valuable perspectives and advice from those who have made significant contributions to the field. Events include

• Alumni Career Talk with David An, Chief International Strategist at Northrup Grumman
• Panel discussion with Jason Clinton, Chief Information Security Officer at Anthropic