When: Wednesday, April 1st 2026, 12:45 pm - 5:00 pm PDT
Location: Conference Center, Lakireddy Grand Ballroom., 5200 Lake Road, Merced, California 95343, United States
Ready to turn your major into a career?Experience By Degrees is a high-impact networking event designed to help students explore and launch careers connected to disciplines within the School of Natural Sciences.ALL MAJORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND! Many participating organizations hire students from a wide range of academic backgrounds, not just Natural Sciences.You’ll hear directly from industry hiring managers, working scientists, UC Merced alumni, and professional experts during a fast-paced career panel and networking expo focused on:
What you can do right now to be competitive within their organizations
Career options connected to your major
Strategies for landing internships and full-time roles
After the panel, put those insights into action during in-person, one-on-one networking in our career expo hall. This is your chance to:
Ask real questions
Make meaningful connections
Grow your professional network before you graduate
Looking for an internship or a full-time job?This is a can’t-miss opportunity to meet professionals who hire and mentor students.Event Format1 Hour: Career Panel with Professionals3 Hours: Direct Networking with Employers & Alumni (Note: you do not need to stay for the entire event) AccommodationsTo request an accommodation, please contact the Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by March 16, 2026.Open to AllThe Student Career Center’s website, resources, programs, and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws and are open to all members of the campus community.
