Where are you in your academic career right now?
This changes which advice is actually relevant to you. Someone finishing next month has different priorities than someone still mid-PhD.
What is your research field?
Different fields have different market dynamics in Germany and Europe. A data science PhD and a molecular biology PhD face very different hiring landscapes.
How many industry job applications have you sent in the last 3 months?
Only count roles where you actually pressed submit. Browsing job boards and saving posts does not count.
What kind of responses have you received?
Include any human response: interview invitations, screening calls, recruiter messages, or even personalised rejections. Automated “we received your application” emails do not count.
What feels like the biggest obstacle right now?
Pick the one that resonates most honestly, not the one that sounds most acceptable. There is no wrong answer here.
What have you already tried to fix this?
This helps calibrate whether you need foundational advice or whether you have already done the obvious things and need something more targeted.
What is your timeline for landing an industry role?
Be honest. A realistic timeline determines whether you need a long-term strategy or immediate triage.
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