Andrea Hanson, Interim Executive Director

South Hall; Career Center; 530-752-2855

The UC Davis Career Center works with undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. students, postdoctoral scholars, and recent graduates. The Career Center can help you identify your abilities and interests and relate them to career options; gain access to practical experience to increase your competitiveness in the job market; and find employment. Career Center workshops on finding an internship or part-time job, beginning a job search, developing a resume, networking and preparing for an interview are available on our website and YouTube channel. Each academic year, the Career Center hosts four to six large internship and career fairs giving UC Davis students and alumni the opportunity to connect with employers.

Internship Experience

An internship (also known as experiential learning) is an experience that is either directly related to your major field of study or your career interest. Internships are an opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge under the supervision of a professional. The Career Center facilitates a campus-wide internship program. All internships, both credit and non-credit, can qualify for Transcript Notation. The requirements submitted through Handshake include completed evaluation reports and a timesheet to verify the student's hours. The notation on your transcript briefly describes the nature and location of the internship experience. Direct questions regarding Transcript Notation to the Career Center.

Experiential Learning; Internships & More

Gain practical skills that will transfer to the workplace. Apply your coursework. Launch your career! Take advantage of the plethora of experiences available to UC Davis students, including thousands of internships organized through the Career Center. There is literally something for everyone! An internship may be full-time or part-time, credit-bearing or non-credit bearing, voluntary or paid, depending on your skills, needs and interests, as well as the availability of openings. We are continuing to create more paid opportunities through Federal Work-Study and grants. Internship experiences emphasize learning and must be supervised by a professional. Get your approved internship documented on your UC Davis transcript by completing Transcript Notation (TN). Academic credit is awarded for experiences planned and approved in advance by a sponsoring faculty member.

Course Credit

Academic credit is granted through academic departments and graduate groups. The ICC advising staff can assist you in identifying internship opportunities and provide information about academic credit.

Internship courses (092, 192, & 292) are available for credit on a variable-unit and Passed/Not Passed (P/NP) grading basis. For most students, a maximum of 12 units of P/NP courses may be counted toward the 180-unit minimum needed for graduation. To qualify for the 192 course, students must have acquired 84 units of credit. All credited internships require approval and sponsorship by a faculty member from an appropriate discipline. Arrangements may be made through the department of the sponsoring faculty member and facilitated by Career Center Staff.

Masters, Ph.D., & Postdoctoral Services

The Career Center provides comprehensive career services for UC Davis Masters and Ph.D. students, and Postdoctoral scholars (MPP). Career advisors can assist you with all aspects of your career search, whether your goal is a career in industry, government, or academia. Our team realizes these are complex decisions. Our career services include confidential one-to-one advising with an individualized review of curriculum vitae (CV), resumes, and cover letters; workshops and panel discussions; recruiting and networking events; and employer information sessions, all specifically designed for advanced degree holders.

On-Campus Jobs

The Career Center provides individualized support for students pursuing jobs on campus. Assistance includes navigating Handshake, connecting with campus employers, translating prior experiences into effective resumes, and developing strategies for strong applications. Students may schedule one-on-one advising to prepare for a successful job search.

Working on campus offers students the opportunity to earn income while building practical skills and engaging in meaningful career exploration. UC Davis prioritizes flexibility for student employees, ensuring that campus roles support academic success and contribute to a well-rounded university experience.