Career Development

The 500 Women Scientists (500WS) group in collaboration with Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) is hosting a networking event for women in STEM on March 6th. Learn more about the event and RSVP today!

The Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars offers a wide range of internship opportunities to current, recent, or returning college students. There are at least 80-90 interns at the Center at any given time. Availability of positions generally corresponds to the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer terms. Learn more and apply today! The next deadline is March 15, 2019.

Come by the GSA lounge (MCC 2nd Floor) for a study break and build a fudge brownie or banana nut bread mix in your own mason jar. Bring it home for an easy and quick snack by just adding a few ingredients, and popping it in the microwave for a couple minutes!

If you are considering entering the job market any time soon, a complete and compelling LinkedIn profile is a must-have. On March 14, come learn how to maximize this tool in order to look for jobs, network with potential employers, and connect with others in the professional domain.

The Computer Science department is looking for a graduate student to assist with public relations activities in the department. The ideal candidate is someone with strong writing skills, preferably with a writing/editing background. The PR assistant would work roughly 5-10 hours per week. Read on for details!

Are you interested in being a mentor this summer? There are various internship programs available for you to explore. Programs range from 2-10 weeks and include undergraduates from UCSB and universities across the nation and international; local high school students; and teachers. Learn more today!

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is currently accepting applications for the CPRIT TRIUMPH Postdoctoral Fellowship in Translational Cancer Research. This three-year fellowship aims to further develop talented PhD or MD/PhDs into successful clinical/translational research scientists. Applications are reviewed quarterly with the next cycle due dates of March 31 and June 30, 2019.

Mark your calendars for an exciting event coming up: the 2019 SACNAS & WiSE Industry Panel! This year, SACNAS has partnered with UCSB's Women in Science and Engineering Organization (WiSE), Beyond Academia, Procore, and the Center for Science and Engineering Partnerships (CSEP) to hold their annual ​event on Friday, March 1st.

The Department of Black Studies is now accepting applications for Teaching Assistantships for Spring 2019. Read on for more information on the positions and how to complete an application. Apply today!

Mark your calendars for exciting job information sessions and competitions coming up next week (February 26-28). Click on the links to learn more about each opportunity and sign up on Handshake to secure your spot!

The Carter Center’s internship program offers a diverse set of opportunities for students and recent graduates to enhance their skills and explore career options in their fields. Internships are available through a number of programs and offices within three broad areas of The Carter Center: peace, health, and operations. Deadline to apply for summer is March 1, 2019.

On March 8, join Instructional Development for a workshop on PowerPoint design! Come to this lecture to learn how to incorporate research-based principles of Multimedia Learning into your slide designs. Avoid common mistakes and maximize learning outcomes​! Space is limited, so sign up today!

April is approaching! Are you ready to do your taxes? Do you want to learn more about resources, credits, and deductions for graduate students? Then sign up for our March 7 financial literacy workshop and learn about common tax terminology, state and federal forms, and what information you'll need to gather before you can complete your tax filing. Space is limited so please RSVP.

How can ​students deal with challenges that arise in ​their relationship with ​their faculty advisor or PI? This workshop with UCSB's Associate Ombuds David Rasch addresses some of the common problems that doctoral students might encounter in the relationship with their primary advisor. It will include a discussion of specific conflict resolution strategies that may be useful and there will be time for Q&A.

Join us for our March Lunch & Learn featuring graduate students from Psychological & Brain Sciences and Comparative Literature! Enjoy free lunch and a chance to socialize with grads from across campus. RSVP today!