Student Career Center | Office of Leadership, Service and Career

Experience By Degrees: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Systems Networking Night (Thursday, October 23rd 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm PDT)

When: Thursday, October 23rd 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm PDT Location: Kolligian Library (KL), KL 217 , 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, California 95343, United States Experience By Degrees is a Networking event celebrating the career pathways in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Environmental Systems Science. All majors are invited to hear from a variety of industry hiring managers, scientists, UC Merced alumni, and other representatives as they mentor students on competitive strategies for employment. 1 hour of panel discussion combined with 1 hour of direct 1-on-1 networking completed after the panel. If you are seeking an internship or a Full-time career, this is a cannot miss event as it will substantially expand your personal network. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October 9th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: Integrating AI in Resumes (Friday, October 10th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, October 10th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Virtual The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students navigate integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) software tools in developing resumes/CVs and other career. Interested in how to correctly utilize this tool to maximize your competitiveness? Come to this workshop hosted by COOP Careers who is also interested in speaking with you regarding connecting you with career/internship opportunities in their network. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by September 26th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

You Can DO That? Exploring Atypical Engineering Roles (Thursday, November 6th 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm PST)

When: Thursday, November 6th 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm PST Location: Granite Pass 162 The field of engineering is vast and ever changing- between emerging fields and disciplines, startups redefining typical roles and practices, and professions that span multiple areas of study, there are a multitude of possibilities of how to forge your own path. In this workshop, students will be guided through reflections and career exploration activities and debrief the results to gain a better understanding of the different possibilities their passions and interests can lead them professionally.

Engineering Career Exploration: Finding your Path in Modern Industry (Thursday, November 6th 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm PST)

Networking 101 (Tuesday, October 28th 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PDT)

When: Tuesday, October 28th 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PDT Location: Granite Pass (GRAN), Room 103, 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, California 95343, United States Learning how to professionally network is one of the most important skills you can have to build your network, make a good impression, and expand your knowledge in your field and profession! Join us for a short presentation featuring tips and tricks, and put them in to practice with a guided networking session. Don't be shy, all are welcome! This opportunity features two different sessions- 12:00pm-1:00pm, 1:00pm-2:00pm.

Work Smarter Not Harder- Leveraging AI in Career Readiness (Thursday, October 9th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Thursday, October 9th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Classroom and Office Building 2 (COB 2), Room 290, 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, California 95343, United States of America Your next job search is right around the corner- are you maximizing your chances of success? In this workshop, we will explore emerging artificial intelligence platforms that can help you keep the next steps of your professional journey organized, efficient, and strategic. Join us to explore these ideas and adopt a plan to put them in to practice!

Coffee & Career Chats- Meet your Engineering Career Specialist! (Wednesday, November 5th 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am PST)

When: Wednesday, November 5th 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am PST Location: Science and Engineering 2 (SE 2), Science and Engineering 2 (SE 2), Room 102, 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, California 95343, United States of America Calling all School of Engineering students! Drop by SE2 102 for a pick me up and to connect with Jordan Webb, your Career Specialist in the Student Career Center! Learn about upcoming events and opportunities, and learn more about all the ways the Student Career Center can support you in your professional journey!

Coffee & Career Chats- Meet your Engineering Career Specialist! (Wednesday, October 15th 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am PDT)

When: Wednesday, October 15th 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am PDT Location: Science and Engineering 2 (SE 2), Science and Engineering 2 (SE 2), Room 102, 5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, California 95343, United States of America Calling all School of Engineering students! Drop by SE2 102 for a pick me up and to connect with Jordan Webb, your Career Specialist in the Student Career Center! Learn about upcoming events and opportunities, and learn more about all the ways the Student Career Center can support you in your professional journey!

Professional Development Workshop Series: Strategies Around Career Goalsetting (Friday, November 14th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST)

When: Friday, November 14th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST Location: Virtual The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students with goal setting for careers. Most individuals find success in their careers by setting S.M.A.R.T. goals with their career planning. Join an employer (California Autism Center and Learning Group) as they lead you in developing S.M.A.R.T. goals to find career success. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October 31st, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: Entrepreneurship and Market Research (Friday, October 17th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, October 17th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Virtual The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students understand entrepreneurship and market research processes. Ever wonder options for Entrepreneurship at UC Merced? Curious about how to get started on this pathway? Participate in this great workshop with the Office of Technology, Innovation, and Industry Relations (OTIIR) of UC Merced to understand available options to you and learn about the Market Research methodology of business development. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October 3rd, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: Finding Experiential Learning Opportunities (Friday, November 7th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST)

When: Friday, November 7th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST Location: Virtual The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students find Experiential Learning Opportunities both on and off campus. There is no question Experiential Learning such as internships, externships, applied research, alternative spring breaks, leadership, and service experiences will assist with the career search. Come learn about the Experiential Learning Umbrella, and why you should consider to use experiential learning as an option during your undergraduate studies. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October 24th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: Identifying your Major and Career (Friday, October 24th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, October 24th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Virtual The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students find their ideal major or career. Are you currently choosing a major or looking to switch to a different major? Are you curious what career pathway may be ideal for you? Attend this workshop to look at strategies in identifying your perfect major and perfect career. A Certified Career Coach will lead this session. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October10th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: The Graduate School Application (Friday, October 3rd 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, October 3rd 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Unknown The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students with the Graduate School Application and Personal Statement. Curious about strategies for your Personal Statement, CV, or Letters of Recommendation for Graduate School? Worried about examination requirements? Come to this session to discover how to make your Graduate School Application more competitive. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by September 19th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: The Interview and the STAR Method (Friday, September 26th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, September 26th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Unknown The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students with the interview. Curious about how to tell a great story in the interview room? Want to know and recognize some of the most common interview questions and develop strategies for answers? Come to this session to better understand the interview and expectations. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by September 12th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Professional Development Workshop Series: Networking at Conferences & Career Fairs (Friday, September 19th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT)

When: Friday, September 19th 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Location: Unknown The Professional Development Workshop Series offers a weekly introduction to a number of professional development and career readiness topics or resources. This Week's programming is devoted to helping students understand various networking strategies for individual branding at career fairs. Hear from a career specialist as they discuss conversational tactics to help engage with employers at a career fair. The Margo F. Souza Student Leadership Center will be hosting this training and guiding you on key strategies to network at events. To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by September 5th, 2025 Open To All: The Student Career Center, website, resources, programs and events comply with federal and state nondiscrimination laws, are applicable to living our values, and are open to all members of the campus community.

Path to Your Profession – Prioritizing Wellbeing in your Career- US time friendly (Wednesday, December 3rd 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm EST)

When: Wednesday, December 3rd 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm EST Location: Virtual In today’s fast-paced work environment it is easy to overlook your wellbeing, but it is essential to your long-term success and happiness. This session is designed to equip you with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, maintain mental wellness and build resilience throughout your career. In this workshop we will cover:Managing workplace stress, different coping strategies, and how to maintain work-life balance.

Path to Your Profession – Prioritizing Wellbeing in Your Career- Europe time friendly (Tuesday, December 2nd 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm GMT)

When: Tuesday, December 2nd 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm GMT Location: Virtual In today’s fast-paced work environment it is easy to overlook your wellbeing, but it is essential to your long-term success and happiness. This session is designed to equip you with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, maintain mental wellness and build resilience throughout your career. In this workshop we will cover: managing workplace stress, different coping strategies, and how to maintain work-life balance.

Path to Your Profession – Prioritizing Wellbeing in Your Career- Asia time friendly (Tuesday, November 11th 2025, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm HKT)

When: Tuesday, November 11th 2025, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm HKT Location: Virtual In today’s fast-paced work environment it is easy to overlook your wellbeing, but it is essential to your long-term success and happiness. This session is designed to equip you with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, maintain mental wellness and build resilience throughout your career. In this workshop we will cover:Managing workplace stress, different coping strategies, and how to maintain work-life balance.

 Path to Your Profession – Power of Networking- Europe Time friendly session (Tuesday, September 30th 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm BST)

When: Tuesday, September 30th 2025, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm BST Do you want to learn how to master networking with future Citi events? In this session, our team will review topics on what you can expect at Citi events. You will get to speak directly to analysts and associates who recently when through the interview process. Join today to learn more on how to craft professional emails, understand why networking is so crucial to career success, how to nail your elevator and more.