CAREER SERVICES
Career Services at UC Merced helps you explore career paths, build professional skills, and connect with opportunities that match your goals. Through advising, workshops, and employer engagement, you gain the tools to navigate your career journey with confidence and turn your academic experience into meaningful next steps.
CAREER CENTER WEBSITE GUIDE
Whether you're just starting your academic journey or preparing to graduate, UC Merced’s Career Center is here to help you turn your academic experience into a launchpad for your professional life.
The Career Center website contains valuable information to help you explore career paths associated with your major, find and successfully apply for internships and jobs, connect with employers coming to campus or virtually, and even explore graduate school options.
PRO TIPS FOR GETTING STARTED
1. Claim your Handshake account
2. Bookmark the SCC website for easy access
3. Check the Events Calendar often on Handshake
4. Make a Plan: Don’t wait-start exploring early!
Look at an Undergraduate 4-Year Plan
Graduate Student Career Development Plan (coming soon)
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL FIND
Your Career Specialist
Resources For Your Major
School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
AI Within Career Services - UC Merced
Degree-Level Specific Resources
On-Demand Resources
On‑demand career resources give UC Merced students flexible, anytime access to tools that support their professional growth. From résumé guides and interview tips to virtual workshops and job search platforms, these resources let you build skills, explore opportunities, and prepare for your next steps at your own pace.
Handshake Career Management System
Resume and Cover Letter Writing Tips and Samples
Job/Internship Searching with Indeed.com Job Search Academy
Gaining Experience with Forage Virtual Experiences
Gaining Experience with Micro-Internships
Free Professional Clothing Closet
Events
Career events at UC Merced give you direct access to employers, alumni, and industry professionals who want to connect with talented students. Through career fairs, panels, workshops, and networking sessions, you can explore opportunities, learn what organizations are looking for, and practice presenting yourself confidently. These events help you build relationships and gain insight that strengthens your career journey.
Register to attend workshops, employer information sessions and Career Fairs!
Student and Alumni Highlights
UC Merced Alumni and Student Success Stories
