Networking Opportunities

Working at Clemson University, Clemson SC

The National Postdoctoral Association

The NPA is a professional non-profit organization that provides a national voice for postdoctoral scholars. Learn more about how you can become a member.

Tips on Networking and Informational Interviews 

Networking and informational interviews are both means to find out about career options and cultivate relationships with people who can be helpful to you professionally.

Networking Opportunities in Clemson

Meet colleagues

  • Professional Societies – Ask colleagues if there’s a local chapter of a relevant professional society. 
  • Talks & Conferences – Check the Clemson University Events Calendar for events of interest.

Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to network and develop soft skills. Here are a few places to start looking for an opportunity that interests you:

At Clemson

    • OLLI at Clemson University – want to contribute to the vibrancy of our organization?  Bring your ideas, talents and skills to OLLI. Click here for more information on OLLI and how to become a volunteer and teach others! Age has no bounds!
    • Volunteer and contribute in many different ways at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. To learn more about the volunteer program visit Volunteer in the Garden.
    • EMAG!NE is the outreach network in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences to inspire K-12 students across the state of South Carolina to see the value in their education and STEM careers.

The Area

Networking Online

Join the CU postdocs listserv 

The CU postdocs listserv is used to provide information about events, fellowships, and other opportunities of interest. Members of the Clemson University community are welcome to subscribe by sending an email to sympa@lists.clemson.edu with subject: subscribe postdocs. A name@clemson.edu email address is required to subscribe.