Career Studio at Analytics+
INFORMS is excited to announce Analytics+ Career Studio. This new track focuses on coaching, resume reviews, and career growth resources for students, early-career professionals, career pivoters, and senior-level attendees. These sessions build on INFORMS’ past efforts to present more of a dynamic, professional development event. Analytics+ Career Studio 2026 will not feature an in-person or virtual employer recruitment event this year. Please see the current schedule of events for National Harbor.
Sessions
Early Career Professionals’ Network (ECPN)
Sunday, April 12 | 9am-4pm
The Early Career Professionals’ Network is a group designed to help recent graduates, soon-to-be graduates, or anyone newly entering the field of analytics/O.R. to build their professional networks and learn the practicalities of working in the field from experienced practitioners. Application to ECPN is required.
Rising Analytics Professionals Workshop
Sunday, April 12 | 5:30-7pm
A workshop designed especially for those new to the analytics profession, including students, recent graduates, and those transitioning careers. Sessions include a soft-skills workshop, followed by a diverse panel of professionals who will share their career journeys, and offer candid insights about working in analytics. Registration not required but encouraged.
More information coming soon.
Analytics+ Pro Workshop
Sunday, April 12 | 6-7pm
This workshop will explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by mid-career professionals navigating career transitions. Whether shifting industries, moving into leadership roles, or redefining career paths, our panelists will share practical strategies for successfully managing career pivots, building new skills, and leveraging existing expertise. Attendees will gain practical advice on navigating change with confidence, finding clarity in uncertain times, and positioning themselves for continued success. Registration not required but encouraged.
Career Coaching Open House
(Resume + Interview + Career Strategy)
Monday, April 13 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM | TBD
Drop into the Analytics+ Career Studio for a 30-minute, high impact 1:1 with experienced analytics/OR professionals — first come, first served during a two-hour open house. Get a quick resume tuneup plus actionable coaching on interviews, personal branding, and ‑next step‑ career planning.
How sessions work (30 minutes):
- ~10 min Resume Review Sprint (headline/summary, impact bullets, role alignment)
- ~15 min Coaching Focus (Interview Prep or Personal Branding & Positioning or Career Trajectory Planning)
- ~5 min Action Plan (leave with 3 next steps)
Bring: a printed resume (preferred), target role/title, and (optional) a job posting link or key skills.
Volunteer as a Career Coach
(Analytics+ Career Coaching Open House)
INFORMS is seeking experienced practitioners to volunteer as coaches for the Career Coaching Open House at Analytics+. Coaches provide 30 minute, high impact‑ sessions for early to midcareer‑ attendees, including a 10 ‑minute resume review sprint plus coaching on interview preparation, personal branding, or career trajectory planning—ending with a clear action plan.
Date: April 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Coaching slots: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 (choose one or more)
