When: Friday, March 6th 2026, 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. These topics range from the development of the resume, networking strategies, interview planning, entrepreneurship, the general job search process, and many other great foundational professional themes.This Week's programming is devoted to highlighting strategies in writing a Federal (USA) Resume!   Hear from a representative from the USDA, who will share with you a step-by-step guide in writing a resume for a career with the United States Government!  If you are interested in working for the Federal Government and any of its agencies, attend this session!  To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by February 22nd , 2026 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.

When: Friday, October 31st 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. These topics range from the development of the resume, networking strategies, interview planning, entrepreneurship, the general job search process, and many other great foundational professional themes.This Week's programming is devoted to highlighting strategies of gaining on-campus research!   Hear from a representative from the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center (UROC), who will share with you strategies and secrets to unlocking potential research opportunities for your career goals.  If you are interested in Graduate Studies or research in general, this is surely a cannot miss event.   To request an accommodation for this event, please contact The Student Career Center at careercenter@ucmerced.edu by October 17th, 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.

When: Thursday, September 18th 2025, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm PDT Location: 760 East Bellevue Road, Atwater, California 95301, United States Join the Federal Bureau of Prisons at the Operation Possibilities Job Fair — an event dedicated to honoring service and embracing potential. We’ll be onsite sharing information about meaningful career paths and current job opportunities within the BOP. Whether you're transitioning from the military, starting a new chapter, or looking to grow in public service, come speak with our recruiters and discover how you can make a difference.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.