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Have you received a stimulus check as an international student? What should you do about it? Read on to see OISS' helpful guidelines.

Are you looking for career and professional development tips during these uncertain times? Did you miss out on this year's UCSB Beyond Academia but want to know about the diverse career pathways available to a PhD student? GradFUTURES Forum 2020, hosted by Princeton University, is now FREE for all graduate students. This completely virtual conference will run from April 29-May 1. Register for sessions today!

When you are on the academic job market, it can feel like a full-time job. That’s why it’s important to have a strategic plan as you enter into that phase of your grad school career. This workshop will give an overview of the academic hiring process as well as information on how to search for an academic job, what materials you will need to prepare for applications and campus visits, and how to develop a realistic timeframe.

The UC Santa Barbara Research Mentorship Program (RMP) is seeking graduate students, postdocs, researchers, and faculty in science and engineering for a paid mentorship opportunity this summer. Mentors are paid a stipend of $1000 per student. The deadline to submit project proposals is June 10, however, they may fill project slots prior to this date.

Learn about the recent CARES Act and everything you need to know about COVID-19 emergency stimulus payments!

The application for City Internships' 2020 Study and Intern Abroad Programs is now open. They have increased intake for both their virtual and in-person summer programs, with increased flexibility and increased aid for class of 2020 and 2021 participants. Apply today!

In order to raise additional funding for the Graduate Student COVID-19 Relief Grant from private donors, the GSA ​is asking for you to share your story of how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected your life. Read on for more info and to submit your testimonial.

There are many ways the UCSB Library can provide graduate students with expert help, services, and access to collections while you are engaged in remote teaching and research. Read on for an overview of services that might be particularly helpful to graduate students.

The UCSB Graduate Division is currently accepting applications for a Graduate Programming Assistant. This position provides programming and resources that help graduate students and postdoctoral scholars develop the skills to become effective professionals in a variety of careers. The position runs through the 2020-21 academic year and is renewable for subsequent years. Applications are due by Sunday, May 10.

Many job interviews take place online, so what better way to prepare than through this Zoom-based workshop! On May 11, come learn a plethora of tips and tricks to utilize in your next online interview, whether that be in academia or industry. We'll discuss common interview questions, tips for giving job talks online, and things you'll want to prepare before the interview itself.

The UC Laboratory Fees In-Residence Graduate Fellowship provides up to three years of support for PhD candidates who wish to conduct thesis research on-site at the University of California, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) or Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Join the applicant teleconference call this Wednesday and submit a Letter of Intent by June 4, 2020.

Protect our nation’s security as a Department of Energy NNSA Graduate Fellow. NGFP is seeking highly motivated graduate-level students to grow as the next generation of national security leaders. These are one-year, salaried (with benefits) fellowships. Join the virtual info session this Wednesday from 11am-12pm PST.

The Graduate Division would like to remind you to participate in the UCSB online elections. Each vote is crucial as it decides the future of a number of important initiatives. Read on for examples of initiatives and for a link to vote.

In light of the challenges ​everyone is facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the uncertainty of the next several months, The Dissertation Coach is offering some extra support to students as you work on your dissertation, thesis, publications, or other important projects. Read on for more info about these free Zoom events!

Come celebrate queer and trans graduate students, along with graduate research that covers queer and trans topics! We will be showcasing research by LGBTQIA grad students and research about LGBTQIA people and topics. Sign up to present by May 1!