• Job Search – Tap into the Hidden Job Market

    Virtual Event

    This workshop will help you develop a strategy to improve the effectiveness of your job search. We will discuss why networking is important for your job search and how to get started. We will cover effective ways to search for positions. We will provide tips and resouces to help you tailor your resume. We will […]

  • Nursing School Info Session with UPENN and Johns Hopkins

    Humanities 1 Building 257 Cowell-Stevenson Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    University of Pennsylvania and Johns Hopkins Schools of Nursing each offer accelerated nursing programs for individuals looking to transition to the field from non-nursing degrees. 

    We will cover program overview, admissions and career outcomes.

  • Gen AI Dev Tools Bootcamp with AWS

    Engineering 2 Engineering 2 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA

    Are you curious about generative AI development tools and vibe coding? Join us for an excitng in-person boot camp where you will take part in a hands-on lab that will introduce you to the fundamentals of this rapidly growing field. Here’s the tentative schedule: 1:00 – 1:45 – Intro to AI/ML 1:45 – 2:45 – […]

  • Prepare for the Fair with COOP Careers

    Career Success Student Lounge (125 Hahn) 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Join us for an in-person workshop with COOP Careers about elevating your professional brand – just in time to prepare for the Spring Career & Internship Fair.

    This session will help students craft a compelling professional pitch, tailor their resume to stand out to employers, and network meaningfully with industry professionals. Don’t miss this chance to get fair-ready and set yourself up for success!

  • Social Services Opportunities / Aspiranet Info Session

    Cowell Conference Room 257 Cowell-Stevenson Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Aspiranet, a Californian, public services nonprofit will answer questions, talk about career advancement in social services, and share how you can help move Hope Forward in your community

    Join us to learn more about the various opportunities we have to offer in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.

  • HireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair

    Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, College Park, MD 7801 Alumni Drive, College Park, MD, United States

    Calling University of California Alumni in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.  Are you ready for your next career move? Join fellow alumni and professionals at the HireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair, a unique opportunity to connect directly with top employers hiring across a wide range of industries. This expo-style career event brings together alumni, graduate […]

    Free
  • 2026 Spring (all-majors) Career & Internship Fair

    Colleges Nine and John R. Lewis College Multi-purpose Room 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Undergraduate and graduate students and recent alumni interested in pursuing careers in business, arts, social sciences & humanities industries are welcome to attend. Get the chance to meet recruiters from many industries/firms seeking to fill internship, full-time, and part-time roles. Come take essential steps toward laying the foundation for your future career and potentially even land an interview!

  • Field Trip to ALBA

    MJ Organic Farms 1700 Old Stage Rd, Salinas, California

    Join us for an opportunity to visit the Agriculture and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA) in Salinas! ALBA is a non-profit whose mission is to create economic opportunity for aspiring organic farmers and ag professionals — many of whom are local field workers and first-generation college students — through land-based education in the heart of the Salinas Valley. […]

  • Campus to Career: Job Talk with Communications Manager David Coy

    Virtual Event

    Are you curious about the communications field, but not quite sure what it entails? Join our job talk with UCSC alumnus David Coy, a mission-driven communications professional. David will tell us about his journey into communications work and how he discovered his passion for helping impactful organizations craft compelling content. If you’re interested in careers in communications, development, marketing, or social impact, this event is for you!

    All students are welcome. The interview will last approximately 30 minutes, followed by a 15-minute Q&A.

    We will provide captions for the presentation. If you have disability-related needs, please contact the Career Success office at mpelrine@ucsc.edu as soon as possible.

  • HireNew York Multi-University Alumni Career Fair

    Prince George Ballroom 15 E 27th Street, New York, NY, United States

    Calling University of California Alumni in the tri-state area! Are you ready for your next career move? Join fellow alumni and professionals at the HireNew York Multi-University Alumni Career Fair, a unique opportunity to connect directly with top employers hiring across a wide range of industries. This expo-style career event brings together alumni, graduate students, […]

    Free
  • Career Success Drop-Ins at the Ethnic Resource Centers – Week 4

    Crown Provost House 660 Crown Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Group Appointment Drop-in at the Ethnic Resource Centers with Career Coach & Engagement Specialist Bridge Kennedy to discuss career exploration, job search strategy, interview prep, grad school prep, or whatever’s […]

  • Careers in Climate Tech & Sustainability

    Engineering 2 Engineering 2 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA

    Ready to explore career pathways that matter? Attend our very special Careers in Climate Tech & Sustainability Panel—celebrating Baskin Engineering Climate Week—for an inside look at careers that will help build a sustainable future. Panelists representing different roles and organizations will share their career journeys and offer practical insights into working in climate tech. There […]

  • Careers in Climate Tech & Sustainability

    Engineering 2 Engineering 2 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA

    Ready to explore career pathways that matter? Attend our very special Careers in Climate Tech & Sustainability Panel for an inside look at careers that will help build a sustainable future. Panelists representing different roles and organizations will share their career journeys and offer practical insights into working in climate tech. There will also be a […]

  • LinkedIn 101: Create A Great Profile That Gets Noticed!

    Hahn Student Services Hahn Student Services, Santa Cruz, CA

    “Do I really need a LinkedIn profile to get hired?” The answer is YES! Employers and recruiters absolutely use LinkedIn to look for and research candidates. Come to this fast-paced and practical workshop to learn more about the basics of creating a LinkedIn profile that gets noticed and just might help you land your dream job!

  • Career Success Drop-Ins at the Ethnic Resource Centers – Week 5

    Crown Provost House 660 Crown Service Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    Group Appointment Drop-in at the Ethnic Resource Centers with Career Coach & Engagement Specialist Bridge Kennedy to discuss career exploration, job search strategy, interview prep, grad school prep, or whatever’s […]

  • Portfolio Workshop for Arts Division Students – all majors

    Virtual Event

    Employment opportunities in various portions of the Art industry often require a portfolio as part of an application.  If you’re unsure how to create a portfolio for an employment application, […]

  • Your Next Degree: Business School

    Is business school the right next step for you? This webinar will feature admissions representatives from UCLA Anderson School of Management and other UC programs, offering an inside look at the application process, admissions requirements, and the range of business degrees available. Designed for alumni at any stage of exploration, this session will help you […]

    Free
  • Slugs at Sundown: CEO of Your Own Career

    Silicon Valley Campus 3175 Bowers Avenue, Santa Clara, CA, United States

    Tired of the dreaded question, “So, what do you do?” Join us for a high-impact session designed to help you ditch the “humble brag” and start speaking like the CEO of your career. Our alumna career coach will guide you through a “Marketing Mindset” workshop, using timed journaling and a proven three-part formula to help […]