Master’s Students – Brown University CareerLAB

Welcome to our comprehensive career development website, designed to empower master’s students on their journey towards successful and fulfilling careers. Our platform offers a wealth of resources to help you explore various career paths, develop essential skills, and make informed decisions about your future. From expert advice and industry insights to resume building, interview preparation, and networking tips, our website is your one-stop destination for all the tools and guidance you need to thrive in your chosen field.

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Writing a PhD Statement of Purpose

Core Objectives of a Statement
Best Practices
Questions to Address in Your Statement

By Marie-Elise Latorre

Networking: What to Say When Asking for an Informational Interview

Considerations:
Outreach Language Example
Example Email

SUBJECT: Request to Connect – Brown University Student

“Hi [Name],

My name is [Your Name], and I’m a [Your Program] student at [University Name]. I came across your profile and saw we both share …

By Marie-Elise Latorre

Email Template: Explain Your Visa Status (International Students)

These templates help international students explain work authorization in different scenarios, customizing the bracketed fields to your situation. For immigration-specific guidance, please consult Brown ISSS; these examples are not legal advice.

Reaching Out After Auto-Rejection (Work Authorization Clarification)

Dear [Recruiter],

…

By Shobhit Patel

Answering the “Sponsorship” Question

Understanding the Sponsorship Question
Factors to Consider Before Answering
Resources

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myvisajobs.com:

Potential Pathways
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
H-1B Visa
O-1 Visa
TN Visa
Work authorization after graduation for up to 1 year or 3 years for STEM fields in …

By Shobhit Patel

Salary: Research + Negotiation

Why Should you Research Salary?

Whether or not the salary is listed, researching salaries for specific industries, companies, and positions is crucial. Being well-informed helps you answer salary-related questions confidently and ensures you choose the right position with appropriate compensation …

By Marie-Elise Latorre

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LinkedIn Learning courses are available for current Master's Students at Brown University. If you have questions on how to access or set up your account please contact spsmasters_careersupport@brown.edu.

LinkedIn Learning is an online learning resource for business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Through Brown's subscription, students, staff, and Brown-Paid faculty have unlimited access to all video courses.

Access LinkedIn Learning on the Web

Visit brown.edu/linkedinlearning and log in with your Brown username and password
On your first login, you will be prompted to pair with your LinkedIn account. This is an OPTIONAL step. The benefit is being able to see personalized content based on your career and experience. Don't worry, private data from your LinkedIn profile isn't shared with Brown.