Recruit at UC Merced: Go Bobcats!
At UC Merced, you’ll find a vibrant community of emerging talent ready to make an impact.
Our students bring more than strong academics. They’re problem-solvers, communicators, and collaborators. Thanks to hands-on learning, research, and real-world projects, they graduate with practical skills in coding, data analysis, project management, and more.
With a growing student body of over 8,372 undergraduate and 738 graduate students as of Fall 2024, UC Merced fosters a dynamic and diverse academic environment. Our students pursue a wide range of majors and minors across disciplines, including Engineering, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences Humanities and Arts. This diverse academic foundation prepares them to meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.
They know how to tackle today’s challenges and they’re eager to take on what’s next.
Let’s Build Your Engagement Strategy
Partner with UC Merced's Employer Relations team to connect with top talent. Whether you're looking to host events, promote opportunities, or deepen your campus presence, we’ll collaborate with you to create a tailored engagement plan that aligns with your recruitment goals.
Getting Started
Create your employer account on Handshake to share job and internship opportunities with UC Merced students and alumni.
Step 1: Sign up on Handshake and select UC Merced as a partner school using the steps outlined in this article.
Step 2: Once your employer account has been approved you can begin posting opportunities to start connecting with UC Merced talent.
Maximize Your Engagement
Elevate your engagement with UC Merced by connecting with Magali Torres, Employer Services Manager via email at mtorres86@ucmerced.edu, or by completing the form below, to develop a customized engagement strategy tailored to your goals. Discover our comprehensive suite of services, explore the benefits of our Bobcat Network Partner Program, and familiarize yourself with our recruitment policies and guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful experience. We're committed to supporting your recruiting efforts every step of the way.
Employer Engagement Form Talent Acquisition Engagement Guide
2025-2026 Signature Events & Programs at UC Merced's Student Career Center
Student Job Fair - Fall 2025: September 3rd, 2025
This event is designed to connect students with paid part-time employment opportunities both on and off campus. Local businesses and organizations are invited to share opportunities and engage with students interested in gaining valuable work experience.
UC Merced Career & Internship Fair - Fall 2025: September 25th, 2025 | Spring 2026: March 12th, 2026
Connect with students and alumni in our university community at our In-Person Career & Internship Fair.
Experience by Degrees: School of Natural Sciences - Fall 2025: October 23rd, 2025 | Spring 2026: TBD
Connect with students exploring careers in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems, Physics, Applied Math, and Data Science. Through expert panels and a networking expo, this event provides an opportunity to share your industry knowledge and showcase your organization.
Experience by School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (SSHA) Degrees - Fall 2025: October 29th, 2025 | Spring 2026: TBD
This event brings together employers, alumni, faculty and students to explore diverse career opportunities in Psychology, Political Science, Philosophy, Sociology and Literature/Languages, namely English and Spanish. The program features an alumni/employer panel from 3:00pm-4:00pm followed by a networking mixer from 5:00-6:00pm, fostering meaningful connections and bridging the gap between student aspirations and industry needs.
Careers with Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (SSHA) Degrees - Virtual Monthly Event
This event is designed to showcase professionals applying their SSHA degrees in their careers. This is a unique opportunity to share your professional journey, highlight how your SSHA degree prepared you for your role, and inspire the next generation of SSHA students.
National Engineers Week - Spring: 2026: February 15-21, 2026
Organized by engineering student leaders, Engineers Week at UC Merced is a celebration of engineering and features a variety of activities, including panels, workshops, and career events.
The Student Career Center collaborates with student leaders to host activities throughout the week. Employers interested in learning more may email the Career Center.
Professional Development Live! Webinar Series
Employers are invited to co-present with our Career Specialists on a variety of career readiness topics. Offered virtually via zoom every Friday from 12-1pm during the fall and spring semesters, this provides opportunities to invest in student success and develop a talent pipeline of prepared candidates.
