Career Fairs

Earn While You Learn: UCR Student Employment Job Fair

Looking to pocket some extra cash, maximize your work-study award, or build your resume without tanking your GPA? The UC Riverside (UCR) Student Employment Job Fair is your absolute best chance to meet face-to-face with employers who understand the student hustle and want to hire Highlanders!

Whether you are looking for the ultimate convenience of an on-campus gig or wanting to explore off-campus opportunities in the Riverside community, this fair is dedicated entirely to part-time and work-study positions that fit around your class schedule.

Preparation is Key to Success:

• Bring Your Resume & Class Schedule: Have copies of your resume ready, and know your availability so you can talk scheduling on the spot.

• Know Your Work-Study Status: If you have a work-study financial aid package, make sure you know the details—on-campus employers love this.

• Dress to Impress (Smart Casual): You don't necessarily need a full three-piece suit for a part-time job, but looking neat and put-together makes a stellar first impression!

Event Details:

• Location: Career Center Patio

• Time: 11 A.M. - 2 P.M.

Prepare for this career fair in advance:

• Free professional attire is supplied by the  R’Professional Career Closet at the Bear's Den. Visit the den to select 3 items per quarter to ensure you look your best.

• Meet with a Career Counselor by appointment on Handshake for tailored advice and resume critiques.

• Sign up for a 15-minute Drop-in session  or quick, last-minute preparation tips.

Campus Safety Notice: Please be advised that, according to UCR event and gathering guidelines, attendees will be required to adhere to all current campus safety protocols. For further information, please click on this link:  https://ehs.ucr.edu/events-and-gatherings 

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Target Your Future: UCR Fall Career & Internship Fair

Ready to kickstart your career, land your next internship, or discover exactly where your degree can take you? The UC Riverside (UCR) Fall Career & Internship Fair is your ultimate opportunity to connect directly with recruiters from a massive variety of industries and fields!

Discover Your Next Step

This fair is open to all majors and is designed to bridge the gap between the classroom and the professional world. No matter your background or career goals, attending employers are actively recruiting for:

• Full-Time Careers: Perfect for graduating seniors ready to launch.

• Part-Time Positions: Great for balancing valuable experience with your class schedule.

• Internship Opportunities: Ideal for gaining hands-on skills and getting a foot in the door.

From tech and business to public service, healthcare, and the creative arts, you will explore diverse employer fields and engage with recruiters eager to guide you through their hiring processes, company cultures, and available pathways.

Preparation is Key to Success

• Dress professionally. First impressions matter! Show up ready to present the best version of yourself.

• Bring ample copies of your resume. These employers are actively looking for talent. Hand them a polished resume to ensure you stand out after the event.

• Prepare to impress! Research the attending companies beforehand via Handshake, and come ready with specific questions about their open roles, training programs, and team dynamics.

💡 Pro-Tip: Confidence comes from preparation. Take a few minutes to practice your 30-second elevator pitch before you walk through the door!

Event Details:

• Location: HUB 302

• Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Prepare for this career fair in advance:

• Free professional attire is supplied by the  R’Professional Career Closet at the Bear's Den. Visit the den to select 3 items per quarter to ensure you look your best.

• Meet with a Career Counselor by appointment on Handshake for tailored advice and resume critiques.

• Sign up for a 15-minute Drop-in session  or quick, last-minute preparation tips.

Campus Safety Notice: Please be advised that, according to UCR event and gathering guidelines, attendees will be required to adhere to all current campus safety protocols. For further information, please click on this link:  https://ehs.ucr.edu/events-and-gatherings 

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Innovate Your Future: UCR STEM Career & Internship Fair

Ready to launch your technical career, land your next high-impact internship, or see exactly where your lab and coding skills can take you? The UC Riverside (UCR) STEM Career & Internship Fair is your premier opportunity to connect directly with recruiters from top-tier engineering, tech, biotech, and research firms!

Engineer Your Next Step

This fair is specifically tailored for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math majors, bridging the gap between UCR’s rigorous academic labs and the cutting-edge professional world. Attending employers are actively hunting for technical talent to fill:

• Full-Time Careers: Perfect for graduating seniors ready to launch into software engineering, data science, biotech, or technical consulting.

• Internships & Co-ops: Ideal for gaining hands-on lab or coding experience, solving real-world technical challenges, and getting your foot in the door.

• Research & Part-Time Roles: Great for building your technical portfolio and gaining experience while balancing a demanding class schedule.

From aerospace and software architecture to environmental science, pharmaceuticals, and cybersecurity, you will explore innovative industries and engage with recruiters eager to discuss their tech stacks, laboratory breakthroughs, and available career pathways.

Preparation is Key to Success

• Dress professionally. First impressions matter—even in tech! Show up ready to present the sharpest version of your professional self.

• Bring polished, tech-focused resumes. (Bonus points for including your GitHub, portfolio, or LinkedIn URL!). Recruiters are actively hunting for specific skill sets, so make your technical projects stand out.

• Do your research. Look up the attending companies beforehand via Handshake. Come prepared with targeted questions about their current products, engineering pipelines, and team dynamics.

💡 Pro-Tip: Confidence is built on preparation. Take a few minutes to practice a 30-second elevator pitch that highlights a key academic project, coding language, or lab technique before you walk through the door!

Event Details:

• Location: HUB 302

• Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Prepare for this career fair in advance:

• Free professional attire is supplied by the  R’Professional Career Closet at the Bear's Den. Visit the den to select 3 items per quarter to ensure you look your best.

• Meet with a Career Counselor by appointment on Handshake for tailored advice and resume critiques.

• Sign up for a 15-minute Drop-in session  or quick, last-minute preparation tips.

Campus Safety Notice: Please be advised that, according to UCR event and gathering guidelines, attendees will be required to adhere to all current campus safety protocols. For further information, please click on this link:  https://ehs.ucr.edu/events-and-gatherings 

Register

Target Your Future: UCR Graduate, Professional, & Law School Fair

Ready to take your education to the next level and unlock advanced career opportunities? The UC Riverside (UCR) Graduate, Professional, & Law School Fair is your essential opportunity to connect directly with admissions representatives from top-tier universities and prestigious programs nationwide!

Shape Your Academic Future

This event is designed for students of all majors who are considering life after graduation. Whether you are a junior starting your research or a senior ready to apply, this fair brings the schools to you. Engage with recruiters representing a wide array of advanced degree paths, including:

• Law Schools (JD & LLM programs)

• Business Schools (MBA & specialized master's)

• Medical & Health Professional Programs

• Master’s & Doctoral (Ph.D.) Programs across STEM, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Representatives will be on hand to answer your questions about application timelines, GPA and test score expectations, letters of recommendation, funding and fellowships, and program-specific curricula.

Preparation is Key to Success

• Dress professionally. First impressions matter to admissions committees! Present yourself as the serious, qualified candidate you are.

• Bring copies of your resume or CV. While some schools may not collect them formally, having your academic history on hand is an excellent tool for networking and getting real-time feedback from admissions counselors.

• Prepare to impress! Research the attending institutions beforehand via Handshake. Come ready with specific, thoughtful questions about their faculty, research opportunities, or campus culture.

💡 Pro-Tip: Don't skip the funding conversation! Make sure to ask representatives about graduate assistantships, fellowships, and scholarship opportunities specific to their programs.

Prepare for this career fair in advance: 

• Free professional attire is supplied by the  R’Professional Career Closet  at the Bear's Den. Visit the den to select 3 items per quarter.

• Meet with a Career Counselor by setting up an appointment on Handshake. 

• Sign up for a 15-minute Drop-in session 

Preparing for Graduate & Professional Schools: 

• Graduate School Planning resources
  • Read through the Graduate School Planning
  • Academic Resource Center
  • Health Professions Advising Center

Campus Safety Notice: Please be advised that, according to UCR event and gathering guidelines, attendees will be required to adhere to all current campus safety protocols. For further information, please click on this link:  https://ehs.ucr.edu/events-and-gatherings 

Register