Exploring a Career

Transitioning from undergraduate life to the real world is challenging, but can be made easier if you know your options and where to find opportunities.  The links below provide these important resources.  They explain how and where to find jobs, internships or graduate school options as well as make contacts.  In addition to the resources below, we provide quarterly workshops and classes to help you transition into the new world of work.  Also, as a student you have the opportunity to meet with an advisor through  Express-15,  our fifteen minute walk-in advising sessions, or by appointment.  

Career Information
Use this page to learn about: jobs that align with your major; skills you’ll need to land a specific job; industries and companies that hire for your career choice... more

Making Contacts: Networking
It is no longer just what you know and who you know; but who knows you.  Meet people in your area of interest to learn from them -professionals- what it takes to... more

Career Assessment
Need help deciding on a major or making career decisions? The Career Services Center offers two online career assessment tools that can help you gain a better understanding... more

Career Workshops and Seminars
Throughout the academic year, UC San Diego’s Career Services Center hosts a variety of workshops, seminars, panels and speakers regarding career... more

Survey of Recent Grads
UC San Diego’s Career Services Center surveyed baccalaureate graduates who completed their degrees between... more