Training: «International Sponsorship Program – Bridge from Academia to Industry»

Deadline for registration:  11^th of March 2022 , results of selection 19^th  of March

Public:

• PhD students doing a thesis in Bordeaux Neurocampus laboratories
• PhD students in the field of neurosciences.
• PhD students enrolled the SVS doctoral school
• Recent Bordeaux Neurocampus PhD graduates

Capacity: 10 PhD students/alumni & 10 MSc Students

Eligibility requirements: Selection upon filling the application form and uploading all the required files (CV and 3 min video pitch about themselves and their motivation for this program). PhD students are also required to register on the ADUM platform

• Application form: https://forms.gle/yHNCxTjccE6jnrJBA
• Upload your CV: https://www.dropbox.com/request/wXfB3jo7owdL1moC7jMD
• Upload your video: https://www.dropbox.com/request/t7GSKcjqWfeKvroLToDz

Aims:

• To develop interaction between the PhD students (mentee/protege) and experienced academic professionals (mentors/sponsors) to exchange experiences and advice to contribute to the success of a doctoral student’s project and career perspectives outside academia. This Sponsorship program enables a pair of volunteers, with no hierarchical link, to become part of a mutual enrichment process and to share their knowledge, experience, network, support, and encouragement.
• To create a moment of exchange of ideas, information and debate around thematic like career progression, networking, communication
• Facilitating the transition of graduate students from academia to industry
• Guide the PhD and MSc students/graduates to better understand and value both their scientific and transversal skills while being prepared for the next level role by a senior and influential leader
• Increase the visibility of MSc and PhD students/graduates within the corporate world
• Combine the collaboration between academia and industry, smoothing the access to the job market and hidden positions
• Increase network

Programme:

• Regular individual exchanges with a mentor offering listening and advice (1h/month)
• Testimonials from scientists and professionals in private companies
• Collective training workshops

Teaching method:

• Student centred learning
• Active and cooperative learning
• On-site or remote (according to the health legislation in place).
• Guided discussions.

More details (pdf)