Career Research, Networking & Posting Resources

These resources can help you explore career fields and build connections with alumni and other professionals.

CareerShift

All Princeton undergraduates, graduate students and alumni can create a free CareerShift account to access in-depth information about contacts, get up-to-date information including email addresses for millions of companies and find related job postings.

Firsthand

A website featuring career guides and profiles; industry and company research; internship information; and career advice. Access is free for Princeton students, courtesy of the University Library. 

Global Programs System

Learn about international opportunities and funding available for Princeton students. 

LinkedIn alumni search tool

Available for anyone with a LinkedIn account, this tool helps you discover where alumni work and their paths after Princeton. Need help creating or refining your profile? Check out LinkedIn for Students

TigerNet

Princeton's official online community, TigerNet is a searchable directory featuring alumni contact information. Paired with the LinkedIn alumni search tool, it's an effective way to find contact information for alumni and contact them for advice and to learn about their career paths.

MyIDP

A free career-planning tool for Ph.D. students and postdocs in the sciences.

ChemIDP

A free career-planning tool for Ph.D. students and postdocs in chemical sciences.

imaginePh.D.

A free online career exploration and planning tool for Ph.D. students and postdoctoral scholars in the humanities and social sciences.