Nexus FAQ

Unfortunately, no. Only US citizens and permanent residents are eligible for this program.

The workshop is restricted to US Citizens and Permanent Residents, so we are unable to be flexible with this requirement. You may be interested in learning more about these workshops:

• NC State University Building Future Faculty Program
• RIT Future Faculty Career Exploration Program
• MIT ChemE Rising Stars (women only)

We do not have the entire agenda at this time. However, sessions from past years included topics such as: faculty search process overview; preparing for the interview; crafting your research and teaching statements; strategies for success; and impact through varying career paths.

You must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident to participate. The selection process is driven by the departments with the goal of developing the professoriate. We use a combination of your credentials and statement to build a broad community for our workshop. You must also be a 4th+ year PhD student, postdoc, or recent engineering graduate.

No. If you have been recommended, you still need to submit an application.

Applicants will be notified of decisions the week of June 16th, 2025. If invited to attend, you must accept your invitation by July 7, 2025 in order to participate in the workshop.

Yes, it is mandatory for participants to attend the entire workshop.

Due to the high number of applicants, you are not automatically admitted to the workshop. However, your application will receive extra consideration. Please be reminded that attendance at all sessions of the conference is required. If you are aware that you are unable to fully participate in the conference schedule, please contact us as soon as possible.

NextProf Nexus will cover your hotel and airfare provided that they fall within the dates of the conference. Please be aware you are responsible for your own lodging arrangements and other travel-related costs outside the dates of the conference. Travel expenses will not be covered for UC Berkeley students.

Luggage fees are not covered and attendees are responsible for any costs incurred to and from their local airport. Meals will be provided, so please be sure to note any dietary restrictions on your acceptance form.

Incidentals and any meals or transportation outside the conference will be at the participant’s own expense, e.g., a late evening out, room service, etc.

Please contact the NextProf Nexus Planning Team if you have any questions.

No, participants will have their own hotel rooms.

The hotel is the Residence Inn in Berkeley. Participants should not book their own hotel room; all lodging will be handled by NextProf Nexus staff. The hotel is a 20-min walk from the workshop venue. Please advise the NextProf Nexus Planning Team should you need accommodations.

The NextProf Nexus workshop is committed to making all events as enjoyable as possible for all participants. Please let us know how we can ensure that this event is inclusive to you.

The dress code for the workshop is business casual attire, except for the keynote dinner, which is business attire. Early September weather in Berkeley is pleasant with temperatures historically ranging from the high 50s°F to low 80s°F, though higher temperatures do occur. Consider dressing in layers, and wearing footwear to allow for comfortable walking.