NIH Career Symposium

Explore Career Paths in Biomedical Research with the NIH Career Symposium 2026!

The NIH Career Symposium is a virtual event highlighting the diversity of career choices available to biomedical researchers. This event provides career exploration and networking opportunities for graduate students, postdocs, and fellows in the NIH Intramural Research Program. Graduate students and postdocs from outside the NIH are also welcome to attend.

Whether you’re a graduate student, a postdoc, clinical fellow, or a senior student looking for a job, this event will help you explore your career options. Come to hear from professionals and peers and learn strategies for navigating the job search process.

Event Highlights:
• Ten panels featuring professionals from a broad range of biomedical careers
• Workshops focused on navigating today’s changing job market
• Sessions on job search skills and career transitions
• Opportunities to network with professionals and peers
• Insights from biomedical researchers working across multiple sectors

 Date: May 18 - 22, 2026, virtual
Register here today!

Graduate students and postdocs from outside the NIH are also welcome to attend.

Questions or accommodation requests? Contact: nihcareersymposium@od.nih.gov