Anteaters Go To Work (AG2W) is a Division of Career Pathways program that connects UC Irvine students with employers through exclusive workplace visits.
These visits are designed to help UC Irvine students of all majors and class levels explore career paths, learn about workplace culture, build professional networks, and gain firsthand insight into a variety of industries.
- The “Anteaters Go to Work” (workplace visit) program bridges the critical gap between academic preparation and career readiness by connecting college students with employers where the actual “work” takes place to ensure graduates enter the workforce connected and career-ready.
- This initiative facilitates structured workplace site visits where students observe professional environments, engage with industry leaders, and gain firsthand insight into organizational cultures and career possibilities.
- Through this program:
- Employers can build student interest and awareness into talent pipelines
- Students can make informed career decisions, improving job placement rates and retention
- UC Irvine strengthens industry partnerships that enhance visibility and student preparation
- Visits may include pre-departure preparation, guided tours, professional networking opportunities, and post-visit guidance.
Space is limited for each employer site visit. Applying early is strongly encouraged.
For questions or more information, please email career@uci.edu.
Upcoming Visits
November
Zephyr Rail
- Week 8, Wednesday, November 13, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Open to: UC Irvine students of all class years; STEM/ Civil Engineering majors preferred
- Meeting location: 725 W Town and Country Rd, Orange, CA 92868
- Attire requirement: Must have work boots
- Enjoy a company tour with Zephyr Rail, an expert rail engineering and construction management firm including a tour of an active build site near Union Station in Los Angeles
Northgate Market
- Week 8, Thursday, November 19, 2026 – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Open to: UC Irvine students of all majors and class years
- Meeting location: 1201 N Magnolia Ave, Anaheim, CA 92801
- Enjoy a company tour with Northgate Market, a supermarket chain specializing in authentic Mexican and Latin American groceries
December
There are no expected visits scheduled for December.
January
MKS Inc.
- Week 3, Wednesday, January 20, 2027 – 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Open to: UC Irvine students of all majors and class years
- Meeting location: 1791 Deere Ave, Irvine, CA 92606
- Enjoy a company tour with MKS, a technology company that supplies instruments, subsystems, process control solutions, and specialty chemicals used in semiconductor manufacturing
OC Justice Center
- Week 8, Friday, February 26, 2027 – Time: TBA
- Open to: UC Irvine students of all majors and class years
- Meeting location: 700 Civic Center Drive West Santa Ana, CA 92701
- Enjoy a company tour with the OC Justice Center, the main administrative hub handling general civil, small claims, mental health, and criminal proceedings as part of the Orange County Superior Court.
Frequently Asked Questions
Past Visits
Advanced Micro Instruments
- Week 7, Monday, November 9, 2026 – 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Open to: UC Irvine students of all class years; STEM majors preferred
- Meeting location: 15501 Red Hill Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780
- Enjoy a company tour of Advanced Micro Instruments, an engineering manufacturer specializing in gas analyzers, including a panel discussion with current engineering employees and UC Irvine alumni
- Casanova//McCann – October 13, 2026, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- 3337 Susan St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Hyundai Motor America – October 9, 2026, 8:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- 10550 Talbert Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
- Edwards Lifesciences – September 25, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- 1 Edwards Way, Irvine, CA 92614
Have More Questions?
For questions and additonal information, please contact career@uci.edu or 949-824-6881.




