Careers
Stanford attracts talented, motivated people — like you. As you commit your full effort to excellence in your current role, we want you to feel empowered to learn and grow for what’s next, with your manager as a partner in helping you reach your full potential.
Learn & Grow in Your Current Role
Performance Management Resources
Performance management resources and tools to help you be your best in your career.
Learn about Performance Management ResourcesForge Your Path
- Find tools for goal-setting
- Strengthen your core competencies with LinkedIn Learning courses
- Guide your team through goal-setting and check-ins
- Find ways to recognize and show appreciation for your teams and colleagues
Development Courses
Join colleagues from across the university for live, virtual courses, networking, and workshops to learn new skills and techniques to keep you on the track for success.
View Professional Development Course Catalog
Training from Around Stanford
Upskill in collaboration and productivity tools, understand Stanford’s purchasing and financial processes, earn a certificate in research administration and more with training provided by a variety of Stanford departments.
View Stanford Training Providers
Free Access to Coursera and LinkedIn Learning
Professional development at Stanford includes access to free learning platforms such as Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Access Free Learning Platforms
Help Pay for Your Training
Eligible staff may be reimbursed for training directly related to job or career development (STAP) as well as full or partial reimbursement for tuition for your own degree program (STRP).
Learn about Education & Training Assistance
Develop As a Manager
As a manager, you champion the university’s vision and values, translating them into actionable goals and initiatives for your team by providing clear direction, setting expectations, offering feedback, and staying informed. Find tools and resources to support you on your manager journey.
View the Develop section of the Manager ToolkitStanford Leadership Programs
Find Your Next Role
Develop Your Career
Review the step-by-step guide to starting and navigating your career development journey.
View Career GuidanceYour Stanford Journey
- Use exposure, experience, and education to create opportunities for yourself at Stanford
- Create your own roadmap with the Professional Development Success Plan tool
- Search Stanford jobs as an internal candidate
Recruiting & Hiring
Find the resources you need to find and recruit exceptional talent to Stanford.
View Recruiting & Hiring Resources
Onboarding New Employees
Welcoming a new employee is a process that can take many months to ensure they are informed, understand expectations, and feel a sense of belonging at Stanford.
View Onboarding in the Manager Toolkit