Events Calendar for UCI Students
We offer webinars, workshops, info sessions, career fairs and other types of events. Webinars and workshops are 50 minutes in length unless otherwise noted. Zoom details including the link will be available upon registration. Registration is provided through Handshake. For more information, please see our Eligibility Policy.
All Events
All Webinars, Workshops and Info Sessions are shown below. Career Fairs are listed separately.
Thursday, December 7th 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST
Virtual Drop-ins with Career Pathways December 7, 2023 (12:00pm - 1:00pm PST)Friday, December 8th 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST
Virtual Drop-ins with Career Pathways December 8, 2023 (12:00pm - 1:00pm PST)Thursday, December 14th 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST
Virtual Drop-ins with Career Pathways December 14, 2023 (12:00pm - 1:00pm PST)Friday, December 15th 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST
Virtual Drop-ins with Career Pathways December 15, 2023 (12:00pm - 1:00pm PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, January 17th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
What can I do with my PhD? January 17, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Grad Students Only Tuesday, January 23rd 2024, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm PST
In-Person: Professional & Dining Etiquette January 23, 2024 (12:30pm - 1:30pm PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, January 31st 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
3 Common Mistakes PhDs Make in Their Job Search January 31, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Grad Students Only Tuesday, February 6th 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
In-Person: Salary Negotiation February 6, 2024 (12:00pm - 1:30pm PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, February 14th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
How to Find A Job You’ll Love February 14, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, February 28th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
How to Write an Academic CV That Will Make You Stand Out February 28, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)series Grad Students Only Wednesday, March 6th 2024, 9:00 am PST - Wednesday, March 27th 2024, 9:30 am PDT
How to Decide Between an Academic & Nonacademic Career March 6, 2024 (9:00am PST) - March 27, 2024 (9:30am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, April 10th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
Over or Underqualified? How PhDs Communicate Value to Employers April 10, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, April 24th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
How to Use This Summer to Prepare for Your Faculty Job Search April 24, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)series Grad Students Only Monday, May 6th 2024, 9:00 am PDT - Saturday, May 11th 2024, 10:00 am PDT
Nonacademic May Conference for PhDs May 6, 2024 (9:00am PDT) - May 11, 2024 (10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, June 12th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
3 Ways to Improve Your Online Professional Presence June 12, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, July 17th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
What Nonacademic Employers Really Value About Your PhD July 17, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Monday, August 19th 2024, 9:00 am PDT - Friday, August 23rd 2024, 10:00 am PDT
Academic Job Market Bootcamp August 19, 2024 (9:00am PDT) - August 23, 2024 (10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, September 11th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
How to Set Yourself Up for Career Success September 11, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, September 25th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
How to Manage Your Overwhelm This Academic Year September 25, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, October 9th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
How to Network When You Don’t Have a Network October 9, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, October 23rd 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT
Academic Publishing October 23, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PDT)Grad Students Only Wednesday, November 6th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
How to Write a Resume That Hiring Managers Will Actually Read November 6, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, November 20th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
How to Prepare for a 1st Round Interview for a Faculty Job November 20, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Grad Students Only Wednesday, December 11th 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PST
What We Learned in 2024 and Lessons for 2025 December 11, 2024 (9:00am - 10:00am PST)Event Descriptions
Career Labs
- Resume Lab
Resume Lab
Bring your laptop and drop in any time during our labs for hands-on help! A few tablets will be available on a first-come, first served basis. Whether you’re writing your first resume or just need help with tailoring it to a specific job, drop by for assistance with your resume questions. - Cover Letter Lab
Cover Letter Lab
Bring your laptop and drop in any time during our labs for hands-on help! A few tablets will be available on a first-come, first served basis. Bring a specific job posting to this hands-on working session where career advisors will provide individual help with your cover letter. - LinkedIn Lab
LinkedIn Lab
Bring your laptop and drop in any time during our labs for hands-on help! A few tablets will be available on a first-come, first served basis. Get a quick overview on LinkedIn and stay for an informal, open working session to build your LinkedIn profile. - Finding a Part-Time Job Lab
Finding a Part-Time Job Lab
Bring your laptop and drop in any time during our labs for hands-on help! A few tablets will be available on a first-come, first served basis. Get practical tips on effectively using Handshake to search for jobs and internships, setting up your profile, and making the most of Handshake. - Handshake Profile Lab
Handshake Profile Lab
There will be a quick 5 minute overview on our Building Your Handshake Profile Quick Tip handout at the beginning of the session, but otherwise this is an informal, open working session. Bring your laptop and drop in any time during the lab for hands-on help! A few Microsoft Surface tablets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for students who need a laptop.
General Workshops
- Resume
Creating Your First Resume
Learn how to put together a first-rate resume in this workshop covering what to include, proper formatting, and how to tailor your resume to a job description.Technical Resume Writing
Get tips on how to highlight your relevant skills, technical and extra-curricular experiences to make an impactful impression for technical positions.Identifying Your Professional Skills
Gain insight into the top skills employers are seeking and how to translate your experiences to demonstrate your qualifications. - Interview
Interview Techniques
Ace the interview with tips on how to prepare and what to do during an interview.General Tips for the Technical Interview
Learn what to expect and get tips on how to prepare for a technical interview. - Internships
How to Get an Internship
From internship search strategies to making the most of your internship, get ready for internship success!Internship 101
Learn about internships, how to structure your experience, and what to do to make the most of your internship. - Job Search
How to Find a Work-Study or Part-Time Job
Get tips on using Handshake and DCP resources to effectively search for work-study or part-time jobs.Job Search Strategies
From networking techniques to tips on using Handshake, learn effective strategies to search for jobs.Your 1-Minute Elevator Pitch
Get guidance and practice on how to introduce yourself at career fairs and professional events.Building Your Network
Learn strategies for making connections and improving your networking skills.Prepare for the Fair / Prepare for the STEM Fair
Make the best impression with recruiters by gaining tips on how to prepare for the career fair.Negotiating the Job Offer
Gain confidence in negotiating a job offer by understanding the components of the offer and learning strategies for success.Are You LinkedIn?
Learn how to build your profile and effectively use LinkedIn in your job search, including finding employers, researching industries, and making connections.Job Search Correspondence
Learn techniques to craft effective cover letters, thank you letters, and professional email communication related to the job search process.CPT and the Internship Search for International Students
Co-presented by the Division of Career Pathways and the International Center, this workshop explains what Curricular Practical Training is as well as how to search for internships.OPT and the Job Search for International Students
Co-presented by the Division of Career Pathways and the International Center, this workshop explains what Optional Practical Training is as well as how to search for jobs.
Special Workshops & Events
- Graduate & Law School Workshops & Events
Graduate & Law School Week includes many of the following workshops along with the Law School Fair and Graduate & Professional School Fair. Click here to see example week.
Graduate School Chat
Get an overview of graduate school resources and chat with a career counselor about your graduate school questions.How to Finance Graduate School
Think you won’t be able to afford graduate school? We’ll show you how!Applying to Graduate School
Learn how to find which universities and programs are right for you, as well as details about the application process.Writing an Effective Personal Statement for Graduate School
Learn how to craft a strong personal statement.Pre-Law Workshop
Do you have an interest in someday applying to law school? If so, join us for a workshop focused on setting you up for success to apply. Topics that will be covered include: essential undergraduate skills to develop, how to become a competitive law school applicant, and what kinds of experiences to target.Applying to Law School
Learn about the law school application process and what it takes to be a viable candidate.GRE Strategy Session
An expert instructor will cover the content of the GRE, walk you through sample questions, and share examples of proven test-taking strategies.Law School Admissions Panel
Learn about the law school selection and admissions process from a panel of experts.Applying to a Graduate School in Psychology Panel
Get advice on how to become a viable candidate for graduate psychology programs. - Internship Week Workshops & Events
Internship Week is a collection of webinars and events geared toward helping students find and make the most of their internship opportunities. Click here to see example.
- Career Discovery Series & Student Success Career Panels
The Career Discovery Series and the Student Success Career Panels are career panels that aim to educate students on different career possibilities to consider. Click here to see example topics.
- Health Professions Workshops & Events
Pre-Health Week includes many of the following workshops along with the Health Professions Fair. Click here to see example week.
The Pre-Med Journey
Gain insight on the medical school admissions process, including developing a competitive application, effective interviewing tips, and letters of recommendation.Writing a Winning Personal Statement for Medical / Health Professional School
Learn how to build a powerful narrative about your accomplishments for admission to health professional schools.Preparing for the Medical / Health Professional School Interview
Ace the medical / health professions interview with tips on how to prepare and what to expect. - Graduating Senior Career Launch Week
Graduating Senior Career Launch Week is a week-long series that will prepare you to launch your job search. Click here to see example week.
Grad Student Workshops
- Resume / CV
GRAD – Resume Writing
Take your resume to the next level. Learn how to tailor your content to the job description so employers see how your skills and experiences suit their needs. Plus, we’ll discuss the purpose, format, and content of a targeted cover letter.GRAD – Writing a CV
This workshop explains the purpose, format, and content of the Curriculum Vitae. Learn how to create and critique your academic CV and how to tailor your CV to different institution types and highlight your best assets.
- Interview
GRAD – Preparing for the Academic Interview
Learn about the various types of positions available, where to look for positions, and get an overview of the entire academic job search process. This session is full of tips and resources to help you successfully navigate the academic job search. - Job Search
GRAD – Job Search Strategies for Grad Students
Learn how to research and understand the job market. Discover how to narrow your search, locate jobs, and market yourself to business and industry.