When you focus your options and go beyond simply applying online, you can shorten the time to getting a job offer. Use these resources to conduct an effective search.
Options While in College
As a college student, there are many opportunities where you can gain experience to help you transition to a good job upon graduation.
An internship is an off-campus experience that provides real-world exposure in a business, non-profit, or government setting. Some employers offer micro-internships, which are project-based work typically done remotely and when your schedule allows. Fellowships are experiences where you are funded to do your own research or to develop professionalized skills.
As a student, you can begin a part-time job in an office or professional setting, including education and advising programs. Opportunities are listed on Handshake.
On-campus student jobs are a great way to gain professional skills and experience working in a department on campus.
California provides student employment and internship pathways for entry into professional careers.
Career Options by Major
Your major does not equal one job title. What you study in college opens many areas for career pathways.
Search: What Can I Do With This Major?
Get stared identifying career pathways you would like to explore with our Career Exploration Guide.
Job Postings & Hiring Events
Handshake is designed to help college students find jobs. It is more than a job/internship board - it's an active career community!
Manage Your Job Search
We provide an application tracking tool called Huntr. This tool helps you organize your employment search. You can share your job tracking board with our team for support.
Log In: Job Application Tracker
Add jobs to Huntr using the Chrome browser and the Huntr Chrome Extension. For help getting started, watch the video Introducing Huntr Job Search Tracker and review the Huntr Job Seeker Guide.
The Power of Networking
The Alumni Association has a mentoring program where you can meet fellow Golden Eagles who have successfully transitioned into their career.
Visit: Alumni Mentoring Program
You may be wondering what to ask alumni and professionals to help you build a relationship that can help with your job search.
Expand your professional network on LinkedIn by joining the Career Center LinkedIn group.
Student Support
Get started with our step-by-step Employment Search Guide.
Get Started: Employment Search Guide
Schedule an individual 45-minute jobs/internships appointment with our team on Navigate LA (Student Life & Wellness). Learn how to prepare for your visit.