On-Campus Student Job Fair

1. Direct Access to Departments Employers: Students can connect with hiring managers from various campus departments, allowing for immediate networking and potential job opportunities.
   
   
2. Insight into Job Openings: Gain firsthand knowledge of current openings and roles tailored to students.
   
   
3. Professional Development: Offers a chance to practice networking skills, build a resume, and learn more about various career paths and expectations.
   
   
4. Convenient Location: Being on-campus makes it easy to fit into a busy student schedule without the need for travel.

The following departments will be participating, or have participated in the past, in the On-Campus Job Fair: 

• Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute
• Business and Financial Services 
• Campus Recreation
• CARE at the Sexual Assault Resource Center
• Center on Global Justice
• Chancellor's Office
• College Business Office 
• Department of Economics
• Financial Aid & Scholarships 
• Housing Dining Hospitality 
• Information Technology Services 
• Institute for Genomic Medicine
• Intercollegiate Athletics 
• Library
• Moores Cancer Center
• Office of the Registrar
• Raza Resource Centro
• School of Medicine
• Seventh College
• SIO/Birch Aquarium
• Student Financial Solutions
• Student Life
• Student Retention & Success
• Supply Chain Services
• Teaching & Learning Commons
• Transfer Hub
• Undergraduate Admissions
• VC Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
• VC Health Sciences
• VC Student Affairs
  
  

And even more! 

1. What is an on-campus job fair?

An on-campus job fair is an event where students can meet representatives from various university departments offering part-time employment opportunities. It’s designed to help students explore available jobs, network with department representatives, and identify the positions they should apply for.

2. Do I need to register in advance?

Yes. If you have not already registered when you arrive at the event, you will still need to first register via Handshake before you are permitted to enter. Remember, there will be four different session times - so plan your arrival accordingly. 

3. What should I bring to the job fair?

Bring multiple copies of your resume, a student ID, and any other materials specified by the job fair organizers. It’s also helpful to have a list of questions ready for employers.

4. How should I dress?

Dress in business casual attire to make a professional impression. Even though it's an on-campus event, many employers value professionalism.

5. What types of jobs are available?

Jobs vary by department, but typically include administrative roles, research positions, peer tutoring, event staff, and roles in student services or campus facilities.

6. Do I need prior work experience to attend?

While some positions do require that students have a certain type of prior work experience, many on-campus jobs are tailored for students with little or no prior work experience and offer valuable training.

7. Will I have the opportunity to interview at the fair?

UC San Diego on-campus departments will not be offering on-the-spot interviews at the job fair. However, it's helpful to ask each department about their individual recruitment and hiring processes.

8. How can I prepare for the job fair?

Research the departments attending, update your resume, and practice a quick introduction to help you stand out when meeting departments.

9. What if I don’t get hired immediately?

Even if you don’t secure a job right away, the connections you make can lead to future opportunities, and attending helps you learn about upcoming openings.

The 2024 job fair is now in the books and we are already looking forward to the 2025 job fair. Stay tuned for more career and professional opportunities in the future!