Career Central

Tuesday, April 8 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesday, April 9 | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday, April 10 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Summit, Level 2, Flex Hall

Advance Your Career

Meet with an MRS Volunteer for a Resume Review, Mock Interview and Career Coaching

Stop by the Career Central kiosk to sign up for a time to meet with an MRS Career Central Volunteer.  These MRS members have generously donated their time to assist with your career development.  You can choose to have your resume reviewed, participate in a mock interview, practice your pitch or just ask questions about their career experiences.  Bring a printed copy of your resume.

Sign up at our kiosk onsite during Career Central hours.

Job SeekersStay Informed!

Sign up to receive 2025 MRS Spring Career Central notifications.

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Be a Volunteer

Interested in participating as a Career Central Volunteer?

Help guide the next generation of materials scientists!  Volunteers meet at Career Central with students, postdocs and possibly some early career scientists to provide feedback on their resumes/CV’s, conduct mock interviews and/or provide general career guidance.  Complete the form for details on how to participate.

Keep Me Updated

Having the opportunity to mentor and advise young researchers on their next career steps is one of the most rewarding aspect of the MRS Career Central.

Andrew B. Holmes

School of Chemistry, University of Melbourne

More Reasons to Visit Career Central

Headshot Booth

Replace that old photo you’ve been using!  Stop by the Headshot Booth located next to Career Central.

Wednesday, April 9 | 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday, April 10 | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Summit, Level 2, Flex Hall

Digital Recruitment Guide

This fully interactive booklet features top employers seeking to hire materials research professionals. Look for it onsite and in the Official MRS Meeting App.

Learn about the MRS Job Board and Create a Job Seeker Account

Stop by our kiosk to learn more about the MRS Job Board and how to set up a Job Seeker account.  Get the latest job listings delivered to your inbox.  

Professional Development Programming

Learn the Science of Communication and Advance Your Career!

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm
Summit, Level 4, Terrace Suite 1

 

Expanding Your Professional Toolbox – Mentoring Training

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am

Summit, Level 4, Room 424

*You must be registered for the Spring Meeting to attend these professional development sessions.

 

Showcase Your Organization!

Over 6,000 materials science professionals from around the world will gather at the 2025 MRS Spring Meeting & Exhibit.  Want more exposure for your organization?  Consider these Career Central options:

Headshot Lounge Sponsorship

New this year, get in on the ground floor of what is bound to be a very popular event.

Learn More

Exhibitor Hiring Package

Make your booth the go-to stop for job seekers.

Learn More