Curious about a career in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology or considering graduate school? This two-day event will give you an inside look at the field and help you navigate the path from exploring I-O Psychology to applying for graduate programs. Learn what I-O psychologists do, where they work, and how they make an impact, while hearing candid insights about graduate student life. You’ll also gain practical guidance on finding programs and advisors that fit your goals, building a strong application, preparing for interviews, and overcoming common challenges. Special attention will be given to the experiences and considerations of racially minoritized students throughout the I-O journey.
Topics Being Discussed:
Graduate Programs, I-O Psychology, PhD Candidates, AI, Jobs in I-O Psychology
- Day 1: Nov 9, 2026, 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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9 a.m.: What does a Career in IO look like?
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10 a.m.: Pursuing a Career in IO
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11 a.m.: What is a PhD program like?
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- Day 2: Nov 10, 2026, 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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1 p.m.: Finding Programs that Fit
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2 p.m.: The Application Itself
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3 p.m.: Interviewing and Preparing to Start
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Presenters:
We will be joined by the following I-O professionals during this 2-day virtual conference:
- Derek Avery — University of Houston
- Eric Middleton — MD Anderson
- Jimmy Davis — RHR International
- Mickey Quinones — University of Richmond
- Danielle King Jordan — Rice University
- Denise Reyes — University of Houston
- Larissa Garcia — University of Houston
- Dillon Stewart — Rice University
- Kharynton Beggs — University of Houston
- Juan Madera — University of Houston
- Rico Brooks — Penn State University
- Sarah Walker — Creighton University
- Kisha Jones — Florida International University
- Mia Gaddles — Salem State University
- Jorge Lumbreras — Cal State University
- Lars Johnson — University of Texas at Arlington
- Larry Martinez — University of Memphis
Intended Audience
Graduate Students, Undergraduate Students, I-O Program Directors
Level
Beginner
Learning Objectives
- Describe the field of I-O Psychology, including common career paths, work settings, areas of impact, and emerging considerations such as AI.
- Compare graduate education pathways in I-O Psychology, including master’s and PhD programs, online and in-person options, funding models, and typical program experiences.
- Identify graduate programs that align with their goals by considering research interests, potential advisors, career aspirations, program culture, and opportunities for professional involvement.
- Develop strategies for a competitive graduate school application, including securing recommendation letters, crafting a personal statement, addressing potential application challenges, and preparing for interviews.
- Recognize factors that shape the graduate school experience, including mentorship, research and teaching responsibilities, work-life balance, relationships with peers, and considerations relevant to racially minoritized students.
Topic
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Times Offered
All times are in
timezone.
- Mon Nov 9th 10:00 a.m. to
- Tue Nov 10th 1:00 p.m. to
Cost
Free
Registration Deadline
November 9, 2026
Delivery Type
Online
Certification Type
Not Available
Workshop Coordinator
Dr. Derek Avery - C. T. Bauer College of Business, University of Houston
SIOP Committee
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