Professional Pathways

Explore your next career move with Professional Pathways programs like Future Faculty Boot Camp and Accelerate to Industry (A2i). Whether you’re headed for academia or industry, you’ll gain tools, insights, and mentorship to help you succeed. Learn more and start your journey today.

Accelerate to Industry (A2i)

A2i prepares Purdue graduate students and postdocs for careers beyond academia through real-world experience with top employers. Build skills, grow your network, and access exclusive opportunities to launch your industry career.

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What is Accelerate to Industry (A2i)?

A2i helps Purdue scholars move from academia to industry with hands-on training, employer engagement, and exclusive recruitment opportunities. Explore A2i and start building your future today.
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A2i for Boilermakers

Ready to take the next step toward a successful industry career? Experience expert-led workshops, immersive site visits, and real-world internships. Learn more about how Purdue’s A2i program can accelerate your path from academia to industry.
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A2i Industry Partners

Partner with Purdue’s A2i program to shape the next generation of industry leaders. Through A2i, your organization can connect with highly skilled graduate students and postdoctoral scholars ready to transition from academia to industry.

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Professional Pathways

Future Faculty Bootcamp 

Thinking about a career in academia? Future Faculty Boot Camp is a dynamic 2-day program designed to equip graduate students and postdoctoral scholars with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to succeed on the academic career path. Held each fall and spring, this high-impact event offers expert guidance, practical resources, and valuable networking opportunities to help you prepare for life as a faculty member. 

Contact Information

Professional Development Office

Physical/ Mailing Address:
Earnest C. Young Hall, Room 170
155 S. Grant St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907-21147
Email Address: profdev@purdue.edu
Phone Number: (765) 494-2600

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