Roxana shaking hands with mentor
🤝
Module 5

Intern Moves

Professional networking

Navigate the unique challenges of being new to a research environment. Build your professional network and make meaningful connections that last.

Learning Objectives

  • Make strong first impressions
  • Build mentor relationships
  • Network at conferences and events
  • Follow up effectively

Module Outline

Audio overview of topics and structure covered in this module

Module 5 Outline: Intern Moves
Topic overview
0:000:00
Keyboard shortcuts: Space or K to play/pause, J or Left Arrow to rewind 10 seconds, L or Right Arrow to fast forward 10 seconds

Worksheet Audio

Audio accompaniment for the module worksheet document exercises

Worksheet Audio 5: Intern Moves
Practice exercises audio
0:000:00
Keyboard shortcuts: Space or K to play/pause, J or Left Arrow to rewind 10 seconds, L or Right Arrow to fast forward 10 seconds

Key Sections

Section 1

First Day Strategies

Setting the right tone from day one

Section 2

Finding Mentors

Identifying and approaching potential mentors

Section 3

Conference Networking

Making connections at academic events

Section 4

The Art of Follow-Up

Maintaining connections over time

Section 5

Building Your Network

Long-term relationship strategies

📄

Module Worksheet

Practice what you've learned with the accompanying worksheet. View online or download for offline use.

You're offline