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Virtual Aggie Job Fair
Thursday, May 1, 2025│11:00 AM - 3:00 PM│Virtual on Handshake
Looking for a Summer or Fall On-Campus Job? This job fair is your chance to meet directly with UC Davis departments that are actively hiring students for summer and fall positions. Whether you're looking for work to support your academic goals, gain valuable experience, or just earn some extra income, there’s something for everyone.
You'll have the opportunity to:
• Explore a variety of paid student jobs available across campus
• Meet face-to-face with department representatives
• Ask questions and learn more about different roles
• Get a head start on the application process before the quarter ends
Don't wait — registration is open now. Make sure your Handshake profile is up to date, then see full details on Handshake to register and start exploring which departments will be there.
Check out Career Center services to prepare for the fair!
>> Register HERE: https://ucdavis.joinhandshake.com/login
National Health Corps Q&A Session
Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual - Sign up HERE
Looking to gain hands-on experience in the public health field? The National Health Corps (NHC) is a public health-focused AmeriCorps National Service program that aims to foster healthy communities by connecting those who need it most with health and wellness education, benefits, and services while developing tomorrow's compassionate health leaders. We recruit, train, and place paid volunteers in resource-limited organizations for a 10.5-month service term. NHC's members help build healthy communities by providing essential health education and access services to individuals throughout the United States - Central California, Florida, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and San Francisco. We invite you to join us for our National Health Corps San Francisco & Central California Question & Answer Session, where current AmeriCorps members from both California programs will share about their experiences and what it's like serving as an AmeriCorps member in the NHC Public Health Leadership Corps Program! In this session, prospective applicants will learn about the National Health Corps Program, its eligibility requirements and criteria, the activities that they would be participating in, as well as the interview process. Prospective applicants will also hear from current NHC AmeriCorps Members on how the program helped them grow in their public health/service careers.
>> Learn more HERE: nationalhealthcorps.org
>> Apply HERE: my.nationalhealthcorps.org
Research Experience in Surgery (RESURG) Program
Research Experience in Surgery (RESURG) at UC Davis is an exciting new internship involving clinical research within the Department of Surgery, UC Davis Medical Center. Studies that we are working on range from the topics including but not limited to vascular disease, bariatric surgery, telemedicine, and trauma. We are looking for individuals who are driven, hardworking, creative, and effective communicators. This is a rigorous program that offers unique mentorship opportunities with experienced researchers and clinicians. Our goal is to train competent research professionals and to further students’ individual professional and educational goals.
Currently we have the following positions available:
Research Assistant(s) | Pediatric Research Assistant(s) | Data Specialist(s)
If accepted, students will be required to commit to at least three quarters (Summer Quarter 2025, Fall Quarter 2025, and Winter Quarter 2026) for at least 8 hours per week in 4-hour time slots between 7 AM-5 PM on Mondays-Fridays (tentative weekend options). The program is fully remote and all RESURG hours will be completed remotely. Additionally, there will be separate mandatory 2-hour group training sessions weekly during Summer 2025, timing to be disclosed upon acceptance.
The DEADLINE for submitting this application is 11:59 pm on Monday, May 12th. If selected, you will hear back from us between May 19th and May 21st and we will schedule an interview with you between May 24th and May 25th.
>> Apply HERE: https://tinyurl.com/RESURGSpring2025
TransferACE Board Applications
Due May 20, 2025
Are you a CBS Transfer Student? Be part of a dedicated team that builds community and empowers transfer students in CBS to thrive at UC Davis! Our college club is now accepting Board Applications for: Co-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Event Planning, and Marketing/Outreach positions. We'd love your help to support #CBSTransferAggies in 25-26!
>> Apply HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmDjctiEU9sGggNqIz0NANPFXSvyiEA4bpttRKf4qhZDXovQ/viewform
California Intern Network
Friday, May 9, 2025 | 1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
The Internship Spotlight Series is brought to you virtually by the UC Davis Career Center and employer partners. Join us to learn about organizations with great internship programs who are currently recruiting applicants! This session will focus on the California Intern Network, a program of University Enterprises, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit! Did you know that the largest administrator of state of California internships is University Enterprises? You've probably heard the name connected to Sac State, but did you know that most of their internship opportunities are open to UC Davis student applicants? Join this session to learn how to apply to state of CA internships and how to be a competitive applicant. Internship spotlights are open to all UC Davis students and alumni.
>> Register on Handshake: https://ucdavis.joinhandshake.com/events/1717495/share_preview
Science Writing and Communications Internship
The Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard offers a paid summer internship in science writing and communications.
We are currently accepting applications for a paid full-time summer intern. Application due date: Feb. 28. See below for application instructions.
Broad is a biomedical research center located in Cambridge, MA. The institute is dedicated to understanding the roots of disease and closing the gap between new biological insights and impact for patients.
This paid summer internship, based in the Office of Communications, is designed to provide interns with a comprehensive, mentored experience that touches on many of the major activities of a communications department in an academic research institute.
Interns gain experience in a variety of science writing and communications approaches. In particular, interns have opportunities to:
- Research, report, and write stories, Q&As, blog posts, and other content for the Broad Institute website, all geared toward a smart, curious lay audience.
- Develop new content for the Broad's social media accounts.
- Collaborate with designers to develop infographics and other visual material.
- Develop, draft, and edit video scripts.
- Write for our internal newsletter, which is read weekly by more than 6,000 members of the Broad community.
>> More information can be found here.
Check out upcoming events for students with pre-health career interests!
Applying this spring?
Join our applicant listserv, watch recordings, and work one-on-one with trained advisors on your personal statement and other application components.
>> Prepare today: https://hpa.ucdavis.edu/AppPrepProgram
Nkonzo Wildlife Internship Opportunities
Seeking dedicated interns for durations ranging from 2 to 16 weeks to contribute to conservation and research initiatives.
Join Nkonzo Wildlife in an immersive study of white rhino behavior, with a specific focus on understanding the effects of dehorning—a crucial technique employed to mitigate the risk of poaching. This opportunity allows participants to engage directly with a team of dedicated rangers and seasoned researchers, working on the front lines of conservation. Interns will participate in fieldwork that involves tracking rhinos, monitoring their health and behavior, and collecting data that will contribute to comprehensive conservation strategies. The insights gained from this study are vital for developing effective measures to protect these majestic creatures.
In addition to hands-on experience, interns will delve into the complexities of wildlife management and conservation science. Contributions will play a significant role in shaping policies and practices aimed at ensuring the survival of white rhinos in their natural habitats. This project is not only an opportunity to make a tangible impact on rhino conservation but also to enhance understanding of ecological balance, species protection, and the challenges facing wildlife conservationists today. Whether an aspiring conservationist, a seasoned researcher, or simply passionate about wildlife, this experience will be both educational and profoundly rewarding.
This internship opportunity is available on Handshake, titled "White Rhino Conservation Researcher" (Job #9158728).
>> Find further details at www.wildlife-research.com or contact Nkonzo Wildlife directly via email at info@wildlife-research.com
Career Center News
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