INFORMS is building an ongoing volunteer pool of Career Coaches and Resume Reviewers, with extra energy around big moments like the Annual Meeting Career Fair.
We're asking for volunteers to sign up for one role or both, whichever fits your experience and availability.
You can find both positions listed on our Volunteer Opportunities page and follow instructions there, or see details and direct links to apply below.
Career Coaching
What it looks like: You'll connect virtually with participants for short, focused sessions on interview preparation, personal branding, career direction, job search strategy, employer conversations, and the leap from academic training to professional life.
What it takes: Sessions typically run for 30 minutes, though there's no strict time limit. Some coaches meet with a candidate just once; others connect a few times. Sign up for a single session, a recurring monthly slot, or extra availability during "peak prep" ahead of the Career Fair.
Is this you? Coaching tends to be the best fit for members who bring:
- 5+ years of professional experience in analytics, O.R./MS, or a related field
- Experience hiring, mentoring, or advising early-career professionals
- Strong communication skills and a genuine willingness to offer honest, encouraging feedback
Register now as a Coach: https://careercenter.informs.org/mentorship/1/register/mentor
Resume Review
What it looks like: You'll offer feedback on clarity, structure, and impact — helping participants sharpen their headline or summary statements, showcase their skills, and align their experience with the roles they're targeting. Participants choose either an Academic or Industry track, so let us know which track(s) you're comfortable supporting.
What it takes: Sessions typically run for 30 minutes and are usually covered in a single conversation; feedback can also be completed asynchronously ahead of a scheduled discussion. Sign up for a single session, a recurring monthly slot, or extra availability during "peak prep" ahead of the Career Fair.
Is this you? Reviewing tends to be the best fit for members who bring:
- Experience reviewing resumes, hiring, or managing candidates
- Familiarity with industry or academic resume expectations in analytics/O.R.
- Strong attention to detail and a knack for giving concise, constructive feedback
Register now as a Reviewer: https://careercenter.informs.org/mentorship/2/register/mentor
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Tom Fink
Senior Sales & Marketing Manager
INFORMS
Catonsville MD
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