Accelerating Careers: A Visit to SAS for Academic Partners’ Graduate Students and Postdocs

The Accelerate to Industry program continues to bridge the gap between academia and industry, offering invaluable experiences for graduate students and postdocs. Most recently, participants from our academic partner institution network (Clemson University, NC State University, Duke University, NC A&T, Wake Forest University, and UNC Chapel-Hill) had the privilege of visiting SAS, a leading global analytics company, for an enriching site visit. A huge thank you to Clemson University and their team for setting up such a wonderful A2i Connect event for A2i participants.

The visit provided an immersive experience into the world of analytics and business intelligence, showcasing the innovative solutions and technologies that SAS is renowned for. Participants had the opportunity to engage with SAS professionals as well as other industry leaders using analytics (Jump, Eli Lilly, Truist, and ABB), gaining insights into how to prepare themselves for the job search and a career in industry.

Networking played a crucial role during the visit, with participants connecting with various professionals from SAS and other companies, as well as graduate students and postdocs from different universities.

Overall, the site visit to SAS was a resounding success, offering a glimpse into the dynamic world of industry and inspiring participants to consider exciting career paths. The experience was a testament to the ongoing commitment of the Accelerate to Industry program to empower graduate students and postdocs on their journey to industry success.

We look forward to more enriching experiences and collaborations as we continue to accelerate careers and forge meaningful connections between academia and industry.