Schedule an Advising Appointment
PhD Career Services can help at every state of planning for life after graduate school.
If you are in need of one-on-one help in your career planning or professional development, it might be time to schedule an appointment.
Eligibility for Advising Services:
- All currently enrolled graduate students (both masters & PhD) students are eligible, including part-time graduate students.
- Postdoctoral Scholars/Postdoctoral Fellows
- Graduates of any MSU Graduate Program are eligible for advising for two calendar years after graduation.
Currently enrolled Masters or Ph.D. Students: Log in to Handshake to schedule an appointment. Detailed instructions are below.
Postdoctoral scholars: You can access career advising and support from the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
Alumni and others: Did you graduate from MSU in the last two years? Then you can take advantage of our one-on-one advising support. Send an email to us at gradcareers@msu.edu to request access to Handshake. You will need to include your MSU Net ID, School or College you graduate from and the year you graduated. Once we’ve created your account you can go directly to Handshake to schedule your appointment.
Need some help? This tutorial will walk you through appointment scheduling in Handshake.
Did you graduate more than 2 years ago? Great! Then you can (and should!) take advantage of career support in a couple of places. Here’s where to start! https://careernetwork.msu.edu/channels/alumni/
Due to limitations on staffing and resources, PhD Career Development staff may limit the number of sessions available to individuals.
Scheduling Appointments on MSU Handshake for Master's and Ph.D. students
- Go to https://msu.joinhandshake.com/
- From the options given at the top of the page under “How can we help you today?”, select the far right panel titled “Career Center”.
- On the landing page, select the panel titled “Appointments” under “What can we help you find?”.
- On the landing page, click on the blue box that says “Schedule a New Appointment”.
- Select “Graduate Career Services”
- Next, choose an appointment type from the list given.
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Once an appointment type is selected, you can then select the week in which you are seeking an appointment, using the arrow buttons. When you’ve selected a particular week, your screen should indicate on which days appointments are available. If you click on a given day, timing and advisor options will appear below. Select one, enter the details requested (What can we help you with? and your Phone number) and press the green request button to submit your request.
Current advisors:
Theresa Murphy
Doctoral student in Higher Adult and Lifelong Education
Theresa Murphy is a 2nd year PhD student studying Higher Adult and Lifelong Education. This is her second year in the PhD Career Advisor Role. She is broadly interested in the transition out of the university and the supports the university can provide during that process. She earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education and English from Marquette University and her master’s degrees from Trinity College Dublin (Irish Literature) and Loyola University Chicago (Higher Education).
Theresa previously worked in international education and faculty support in Chicagoland universities, as well as a stint as an elementary school teacher. She is excited to take her interests in editing, job hunts, and generalized career support into a student support role. Outside of the role, her passions are stories, education, and travel. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, editing, binging the latest TV show, playing board games and trivia with her friends, attending Friday night dinners with her cousins and Sister Suppers with her younger sister, and traveling (she’s been to 49 states and 30 countries!).
“I aim to support students in every step of the job application process, from resumes and cover letters to mock interviews and everything in between. Whether meeting one-on-one or hosting workshops, my goal is to help you recognize the skills you already have and tailor them to the job you want. If you feel more confident in your job search after visiting our office, I’ve done a job I’m proud of.”
Book an appointment with Theresa here!
Kelly Montes
Master's student in Human Resources and Labor Relations
Kelly Manzo Montes is a double Spartan - currently a 2nd year Master’s student in the Human Resources and Labor Relations (MHRLR) program. She earned her Bachelors of Arts in Human Capital & Society with a minor in Leadership of Organizations from Michigan State University (MSU). Her areas of interest are in Labor Relations, Culture Fit, Diversity, Equity & Belonging, and Career Discovery!
Kelly’s passion for career development was cultivated through her diverse experiences, including her role as a Career Team Leader at MSU. She has played a crucial role in shaping the recruitment process for graduate students in the MHRLR program. Kelly has provided direct career support through resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, helping students navigate their recruitment journey with confidence. In her free time, Kelly likes to go to the movie theater, spend time with her dog Luna and explore cultures through food!
“As a first-generation, Latinx graduate student, I understand the intricacies of navigating career options and the resources to help you attain your goals. Additionally, I’ve had the privilege of working with many scholars and young professionals on their career search, helping them identify the best fit career opportunity. I’m excited to work with more students and help them achieve their career aspirations!”
Book an appointment with Kelly here!
