Career Development

We are in the midst of the academic job hiring cycle, and one of the most important documents you can prepare is your academic cover letter. Come get tips and feedback on how to write an effective one! Space is limited for this workshop, so please RSVP.

All are welcome to join the Materials Research Lab on Wednesday, October 11, for a workshop on applying for the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. Dr. Meredith Murr will share her insights and expertise and provide information on how to put together a successful application.

Join the Graduate Division for an informational session about applying for the National Science Foundation's Graduate Research Fellowship Program. Interested graduate students from all disciplines – including STEM, social sciences, and the humanities – are encouraged to attend.

Are you a graduate student or postdoc interested in science communication and outreach? FUSE is seeking graduate students and postdocs volunteers to teach high school students about science and engineering! Join their training session on October 5.

Join us for our ​first Lunch & Learn ​of ​the quarter, featuring talks by graduate students in East Asian Languages & Cultures and Chemistry! Feed your mind and stomach while socializing with grad students across the campus.

Check out Instructional Development's Fall 2017 workshop series for graduate student Teaching Assistants and Teaching Associates. The first workshop is on Friday, September 29. Please RSVP as soon as possible to reserve your space.

UCSB’s International Graduate Student Career Guide is now available for download. It outlines work eligibility, pursuing industry or academic careers after graduation, U.S. employer’s expectations, and more to help you move forward into various careers after graduate school.

The inaugural UCSB Graduate Career Guide is finally here and available for you to start using today! Pick up your FREE copy today in the ​Graduate Student Resource Center or check it out online at the Graduate Career Website.

If you are looking to pursue career opportunities outside of academia, ​the resume and cover letter are your ticket into that world. This workshop will explore important techniques that will help you get over the first application hurdle and on to an interview!

Throughout the month of October, UC Santa Barbara will host a series called Diversity Matters that provides multilevel programming to faculty and staff in order to promote campus conversations around diversity and inclusion. Mark your calendar for the full list of fall programming.

Virginia Tech is now accepting applications for ​its annual Future Faculty Development Program, an intensive two-day program in January 2018 for doctoral candidates and post-doctoral scholars traditionally underrepresented in their fields. Application deadline is October 1.

This article recaps the “Supporting International Students & Scholars” workshop hosted by Office of International Students & Scholars. The event was held on Wednesday, September 13, 2017.

The same design thinking responsible for amazing technology, products, and spaces can be used to design and build your career and your life. Join Dave Evans, co-author of "Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyous Life," for a special seminar just for postdocs and graduate students.

UCSB's ONDAS Student Center seeks 50% time Graduate Student Program Assistants for their center dedicated to supporting the success of current and future first-year experience students including freshman and transfers. Apply by September 26 for primary consideration.

Associated Students is seeking to hire a graduate student to fill its Community Financial Fund Advisor position. The deadline to apply for this position is September 24, 2017.