Career & Tools

UCSB’s Writing Program is now accepting applications for TA position for 2018-2019 academic year. The assistantships offer you the opportunity to develop theoretical and practical experience in the teaching of writing, curriculum design, and work with students. Make sure to submit your application by 4 p.m. on January 26, 2018.

What difference can one person make? How do you prepare for a career that uses your passions? Join the Walter H. Capps Center for the Study of Ethics, Religion, and Public Life for an exciting conversation about the intellectual and practical aspects of identifying and pursuing the career of your dreams.

As part of the Professional Development Series for postdocs and graduate students, Dr. Kimberly Tanner will share her knowledge and path towards working in the field of biology education. Dr. Tanner holds a PhD in Neuroscience from UCSF and is currently a faculty member in the Department of Biology at San Francisco State University.

The Data Incubator is an intensive 8-week fellowship that prepares masters students, PhDs, and postdocs in STEM and social science fields seeking industry careers as data scientists. The program is free for Fellows and supported by sponsorships from hundreds of employers across multiple industries.

Passed up a prior funding workshop? Need a refresher? Have new questions? Come ​join our first Finding Funding Workshop of winter quarter on January 17. You'll get clarity on funding-related questions ranging from admissions, external fellowships, project money, and research grants as well as where to get answers for each type of scenario. Snacks will be provided.

Come ​work alongside your fellow graduate students! The Graduate Writers' Room will reopen on Tuesday, January 16, for the Winter 2018 Quarter. Enjoy free snacks, coffee, and wifi while working in our quiet, comfortable space.

Want to learn more about ways to communicate your scientific work? Join CSEP on January 16 for an opportunity to hear from Rita Blaik, a multidisciplinary scientist and artist that has dedicated her work to finding new and innovative ways of communicating science to people through workshops, interactive discussions, art, and other media. Space is limited, RSVP required.

Lecturing for 50 minutes can put a lot of pressure on TAs, from preparing an entire lecture to feeling responsible for going over all the material from that week’s lectures. This workshop will provide you with easy and flexible activities to use in the classroom to get your students moving, talking, reflecting, and building knowledge.

The UCSB Center for Spatial Studies is looking for interested students to present at the 2018 Spatial Lightning Talks. This fast-paced, interdisciplinary event is a great chance to share work or a special interest and is an excellent opportunity to practice giving a concise, attention-grabbing talk to a diverse audience. Sign up no later than January 19.

If you are looking to pursue career opportunities outside of academia, ​the resume and cover letter are your ticket into that world. This January 18 workshop will explore important techniques that will help you expertly craft and strategically target your resume and cover letter so you can get over the first application hurdle and on to an interview!

Come and join the inaugural International Grad Women Welcome Dinner and celebrate the first day of Winter 2018 with fellow students. This is a mixer that promotes socializing and networking for UCSB’s international female-identified graduate students. RSVP today to secure your spot and a free dinner!

Get in the 2018 frame of mind by feeding your stomach and your brain at the same time! For our ​January Lunch & Learn, you'll be treated to talks by graduate students in Global Studies and Materials -- all while enjoying free lunch. Sign up today!

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) Summer Internship Program provides opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to participate in projects at federal research facilities located across the country. The application deadline is January 29.

The first day of section often sets the tone for the entire quarter, and some of the challenges we face as TAs can be avoided by setting up ourselves and our students for success on the first day. Whether you’ve taught before, or winter quarter is your first time teaching, come join us for a discussion on how make the most of your first day with your students.