GraduateCareer Accelerator
SPEED UP YOUR FUTURE CAREER
As a Master's Accelerator student at Auburn, you get more than academic, language, and cultural growth. You also gain valuable professional skills that prepare you for a long, rewarding career.
The Career Accelerator program is designed specifically for international students, and includes:
- Four semesters of professional development and career guidance
- Skills-based training and opportunities for exclusive internships
- Unique workshops, real-world experiences, and cross-cultural group work
FOUR SEMESTERS. FOR YOUR FUTURE.
During each semester of the Career Accelerator, you’ll build the experience and skills you need to be job-ready when you graduate. Here’s a preview:

Semester 1
- Self-Assessment
- Major Exploration
- Professional Etiquette
- Personal Branding
- Elevator Speech
- Résumé/CV

Semester 2
- Global Occupational Research
- Informational Interviews
- Mock Interviews
- Cover Letters
- Networking and Social Media
- Career Focus Presentation

Semester 3
- Mentor Matching
- E-Portfolio Profile
- Career Fairs, Externships, and Job Shadows
- Strategic Research Presentation

Semester 4
- Career Action Plan
- Emotional Intelligence
- Conflict Resolution
- Leadership Project
- Progress Reflection Presentation
PICK THE TRACK THAT LEADS TO YOUR FUTURE
The Career Accelerator offers five tracks, so you can focus on what’s most helpful for your professional future.
College-to-Career
College-to-Career
For students preparing for an internship during college or for their job search once they graduate.
Advanced Degree Preparation
Advanced Degree Preparation
For students who plan to get a doctorate degree after their graduate degree.
Sponsored Business Development
Sponsored Business Development
For students participating in a corporate sponsorship program. Includes activities customized for that company or industry.
Family Business Development
Family Business Development
For students interested in pursuing a career strengthening and growing a family-owned business.
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship
For students who want to start, own, and manage their own business after they get their degree.
Get a Remote Internship with CAP Premier
Get a head start on your future career with top employers—and work remotely from anywhere in the world with CAP Premier. This semester-long program, allows you to take additional CAP courses, attend exclusive training workshops, and apply for eight-week virtual internship opportunities. Your virtual internship program with top U.S. companies helps you gain valuable work experience and build your resume through:
- Training, coaching, and mentorship
- Portfolio-building projects
- Networking and application assistance for your next role!