Gain Experience
Build your skills, grow your confidence, and explore your interests through hands-on experiences. Whether you’re working on campus, joining a research project, volunteering in the community, or taking on a leadership role, UC Santa Cruz offers countless opportunities to learn by doing. These experiences help you connect with others, prepare for your future, and make a meaningful impact along the way.
Find a job that works for you
Looking to grow your skills, build your resume, and earn while you learn? On-campus jobs and internships offer flexible, student-centered opportunities to develop professional experience, explore career interests, and connect with the campus community. Whether you’re seeking work-study or just a great job that fits your schedule, UC Santa Cruz has resources to help you get started.
Do research that makes a difference
Collaborate with world-class faculty and contribute to impactful projects across all disciplines—sciences, humanities, arts, social sciences, and more. Whether you join an existing research team or design your own independent project, you’ll gain hands-on skills, explore career paths, and access support through funding, internships, and presentation opportunities
Volunteer your way
Get involved on campus or in the community through volunteer opportunities. The UCSC Student Volunteer Center and the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County connect students with meaningful ways to give back and build real-world skills through service.
Launch your future
Launch your professional journey with UCSC’s Career Success office. From résumé reviews and career coaching to job fairs and networking events, they provide expert support every step of the way. Whether you’re hunting for internships, on- or off-campus employment, or exploring graduate school options, this hub offers personalized resources to help you build skills, connect with colleagues, and land opportunities that matter.
