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Career Services for Master's Students
Nearly 9 in 10 of our recent graduates started work or further education within 6 months of graduation
The Duke Engineering Master's Career Services & Professional Development team prepares students for success in the world of work.
For Current Students
Our experienced team provides a wide range of services. We offer individual & group coaching, online learning, workshops and events, and additional opportunities for Duke Engineering students to develop skills and build their professional community.
We're proud that nearly 9 in 10 recent graduates started work or further education within six months of graduation. With strong industry connections, a global network of Duke alumni, and close ties with the Duke University Career Center, we offer extensive networking opportunities and access to employer recruitment events.
We can help you:
- Explore, prepare for, and execute successful searches for jobs, internships and further education
- Develop skills to thrive in your professional life
"One of the reasons Duke stood out to me was its dedicated Career Services & Professional Development team. Unlike any other program, they are well-versed in career and professional development for the technical fields. The team built on my past experiences and helped me grow.”
Sarah Dicker '17
R&D Sustaining Engineer, MEDTRONIC
Prepare for the World of Work
From one-on-one coaching to hosting major recruiting events, we offer a diverse range of services to help get you prepared.
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Work with a Coach
Coaching Services
- One-on-one career coaching (appointments & drop-in advising)
- Search Work Teams
- Practice Interviews
- Job & Internship Search Skills Practice Topics
Coaching Topics
- Understanding Yourself, Career Options, and Professional Life
- Creating a Core Message
- Defining Your Professional Objective
- Introducing Yourself
- Designing Your Search (Job, Internship, Further Education)
- Developing a Target List
- Writing a Resume
- Writing a Cover Letter
- Interviewing with Confidence
- Getting Unstuck in Your Search
- Preparing for Career Events
- Negotiating a Job or Internship Offer
Attend Workshops & Events
We offer numerous workshops—examples include, but are not limited to:
Search Skills
- Preparing for Career Fairs & Employer Events
- Building Professional Relationships
- Creating a Core Message
- Developing a Target Organization List
- The U.S. Job Search
Professional Skills
- Improvisational Theater Techniques for Professional Success
- Learning to Fail
- On-Camera Communications
- Visual Presentation Design & Delivery
- Cross-Functional Leadership
Engage with Employers and Industry Professionals
Duke Engineering master’s students connect with employers at events such as:
- Night with Industry—multi-panel events featuring industry professionals
- Industry Roundtables—small group discussions with industry professionals
- Employer Site Visits—visits to local employers to learn about culture and opportunities
- TechConnect—twice-a-year networking events for Duke engineering and computer science students
- Spring Engineering + Computing Showcase—students can share individual or team projects with industry professionals
Meet Our Team
"The Career Services & Professional Development team was a priceless resource on my path to employment. Having a dedicated team of experts was a huge competitive advantage and confidence booster."
Chiraag Devani '17
Global Supply Chain Manager, Lyft
Career Outcomes of Recent Graduates
Duke Engineering Master's Students in the last First Destination Cycle
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Employed full-time or pursuing further education within 6 months of graduation* |
Nearly 9 in 10 |
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| Employed full-time domestically | 71% |
| Employed full-time internationally | 8% |
| Pursuing further education | 9% |
| Other/did not respond | 12% |
| * Master of Engineering Management (May 2018, Sept. 2018, and Dec. 2018 graduates), and Master of Engineering and Master of Science (Dec. 2017, May 2018 and Sept. 2018 graduates) |
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Program-Specific Outcomes Data
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