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Career Services for Master's Students
Nearly 8 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 8 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 and chat in MS Teams)
- Practice Interviews
- Weekly online office hours
Coaching Topics
- Clarifying What You Want
- Talking to People
- Setting Up Your Search
- Finding & Applying for Opportunities
- Getting Feedback & Advice
- Staying Positive & Motivated in Your Search
- Interviewing
- Closing the Search
Attend Workshops & Events
We offer numerous workshops—examples include, but are not limited to:
Search Skills
- Articulating What You Like & Are Good At
- Your Confident LinkedIn Profile
- Preparing for Virtual Career Fairs and Events
- Negotiating Your Offer
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:
- Alumni Chats—small group discussions with alums in industry
- Employer Site Visits—visits to local employers to learn about culture and opportunities (during non-pandemic time)
- TechConnect—twice-a-year networking events for Duke engineering and computer science students
- Spring Engineering + Computing Showcase—students share individual or team projects with industry professionals (during non-pandemic time)
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 8 in 10 |
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| Employed full-time | 66% |
| Pursuing further education | 12% |
| Other/unknown/did not respond | 22% |
| NOTE: This data is for our master's graduates awarded degrees during the period Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2020. |
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Program-Specific Outcomes Data
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