"Thank you for all the wonderful services that were offered.  I felt VERY fortunate to have such an active and beneficial career center on my campus."       "Thanks for all your help throughout the years...especially the internship help - it was all definitely worth it.  Thanks again!"   "They are the best services provided on campus, HANDS down."        "Resume critiquing at the Career Center... that was really helpful :)"    "UCDC Program rocks! The UCDC program helped me to land a job."     "Resume critiques and workshops were very useful."    "I've attended some of the Career Center's workshops and have taken advantage of the online webshops as well. I found all of them to be very useful and informative."    "Career center was very helpful. I used tips from the mock interview and they helped me to get several offers."    "You guys were very helpful. I went out and got the first job I applied for. Then I went and applied for another and it was such a great opportunity I took it. Your tips on interviewing and resumes were invaluable to me. Thank You!!!"     "The Career Center does a good job in providing resources for students such as Career Week, workshops, information sessions, etc. to prepare them in getting a job."    "Career Center helped me a lot for job search.  I think the OCI is very useful for students and all students should participate."    "OCI is a great resource, thanks a bunch!"    "The career center has been an incredible resource over the past three months in assisting me with my job search.  About 85% of the resumes I submitted were through zotlink and about 75% of the initial interviews I had were through the OCI program."       "I found that the Career Center provided an excellent resource for me to look up job listings in my field of environmental health science"    "The staff has been so helpful and instrumental in assisting in matters of job-searching, degree-searching, and instilling great confidence through realistic assessment and enhancement of strengths."     "Career Center offers many wonderful services to the students but most of all the staff & workers from Career Center make it worthwhile."     "The career center services I have received throughout my time here at UC Irvine have been nothing but helpful. The staff are so amazingly sweet and generous with their time and they are so willing to help students."

Student Testimonials

Name: Joseph Gopez
Major: Computer Engineering
Current Job Title: Product Design Engineer
Company Name: Meridian Link

"Before using the Career Center services, I had the impression it was just a job listing database, like Monster.com. I was unaware how it could provide help and services that monster couldn't.  Through various information sessions, I was able to explore several career paths, improve my resume and meet numerous employers on a more personal level. Throughout my time in college I received several interviews, two internships, and a fulltime job. I was never unemployed because of the Career Center.  My advice to students is to take advantage of all the services the Career Center provides and remember to network!"

 

Name: Vamshi Mannam
Major: Computer Science Engineering
Current Job Title: Software Development Engineer
Company Name: Meridian Link

"I used the UCI Career Center since my first year.  Through the Career Center I learned how to develop my first resume.  I got my current job after meeting Meridian Link at the UCI Career Fair.  I also managed to get interviews using Zotlink, the job and internship database. My advice to students is that it is never too early to find out what the Career Center has to offer."

Name: Brad Doucette
Major: Political Science
Company Name: University Extension Paralegal Department  

"Since I got my resume critiqued during a one on one counseling meeting I've gotten several interviews and actually three great job offers and I have to give the career center team some of the credit for that. Thanks to your help!"

Name: Sarah Umadhay
Major: (1) International Studies, (2) Social Science, Research and Social Policy
Current Job Title: Community Relations Intern
Company Name: Working Wardrobes for a New Start

"I had always heard about the Career Center at UCI, but I never actually considered using its services. The summer after my second year, I used Zotlink to try and acquire a part-time job; I didn't have any luck, so I gave up hope on the things that the Career Center had to offer me. However, this past summer going into my senior year, I finally decided to give Zotlink a second chance. I applied for many internships, and I was able to interview with a number of different agencies. I finally found my match as the Community Relations intern at Working Wardrobes and I couldn't be happier."

Name: Alan Paradiso
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Current Job Title: Field Engineer
Company Name: Kiewit Pacific Co.

When I was in school I was worried about classes and not sure what I wanted to do so I always shied away from the Career Center. When I became serious about finding a job I utilized the resume and interview workshops.  I actually got an interview after visiting a Career Fair which led to the job I have now.  My advice: "Don't be shy or nervous. The Career Center has a lot of free help and start looking early. Don't wait until you are about to graduate."

Name: Jordan Leu
Major: Economics
Current Job Title: Business Technology Analyst
Company Name: Deloitte

Honestly, I had never really considered my career before I went to the Career Center. After attending various information sessions and meeting the staff, I realized how essential the career center was to my post college career.  I used the Career Center mostly for employer information sessions. I learned a lot about what I wanted to do and where I wanted to work. After using the services and attending the Career Fairs I was able to obtain four internships and my current position at Deloitte.  My advice: "There are so many opportunities after college!  Prepare yourself to take advantage of them.

Name: Harold Lim
Major: Quantitative Economics

I didn't even know where it was! But once you understand how important the Career Center is to your development as a potential employee or starting a career you must take the steps to utilize the resources.  With a plethora of information, presentations, and by meeting recruiters, I found it much easier to know I wanted to pursue a career in finance.  The most important outcome I got from the Career Center services was the opportunity to network and make new contacts. It's not what you know; it's the people you know!

Name: Rose Raymond
Major(s): Public Health Policy & Psychology and Social Behavior

"The Career Center staff have helped me by encouraging me to use the services such as the career library, and by taking self-assessment tests to better narrow down my interests and abilities. I've attended numerous workshops that are extremely helpful. Furthermore, I have met one-on-one with a counselor a few times and she provided invaluable websites for me to explore (such as VAULT).
I have used the resume critique service, and it has landed me a few part-time jobs as well as a handful of interviews. My advice to you is to go to the Career Center! Even if you do not have a current need to use it. Just go there, and see what they have to offer. Explore the place, and get comfy with it. I strongly suggest checking out the workshops, and going to the library. Take advantage because it will put you at an advantage. You're paying for these services anyway, so why not?" 

Erik Rosenow
Major: Business Economics
Current Job Title: Financial Representative
Company Name: Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

 "I knew the career center was there by midway through my freshman year, but never thought I'd have any use for it until I actually started looking for jobs.  However, after visiting the center a few times with a friend I realized there were various services I could benefit from.  I used zotlink to find a college job and an internship with WebVisible which was very valuable ... because I got real world experience at a place I would have otherwise not known about had it not been for the Zotlink service.  Most recently, I met a recruiter from Northwestern Mutual during a Career Fair and landed my current internship as a Financial Representative."

Anonymous
Major: Economics
Job Title: Assurance Associate
Company: PricewaterhouseCoopers

"I learned all about the career center my junior year when I started applying for internship positions. I knew they offered some career advice and would serve as a great resource during my job hunting process. I am an open minded person and take criticism well and I knew the career center would serve as a valuable resource to me.

The career center helped me with numerous steps in my job search process. First and foremost, they helped me write a strong resume and cover letter. I must have completed at least 6 different drafts with them before my resume was perfected. The cover letter also took some time, but without these documents I would not have been able to get the interviews I wanted. The biggest help I got during the job process was the access to zotlink and on-campus interviews. Through that service, I was able to receive multiple first round interviews and apply to numerous job positions.

I was able to get interviews with some of the companies that I really liked. Than I even moved on to some second round interviews. And then, I was fortunate enough to get an offer from my top option for accounting firms. Overall, I was satisfied with the help and guidance that was provided to me by the career center. They even helped me make my final decision and choose the best work option for me out of college.

The career center is a great source for getting help with the job search process. Although it should not be your only source, is it a great place to start and reach out for help with resumes, cover letters, interviews, and much more."

Anonymous
Current Job Title: Leasing Consultant
Company Name: The Irvine Company 

"I was afraid to leave the job I had because I did not know if I would find a good job in this economy...etc. But a Career Center Counselor encouraged me to go out there and she gave me confidence that I would find a good job. And that is exactly what has happened! I got hired by the Irvine Company!  I am going to be a leasing consultant, and think I am going to excel tremendously. The career center and everyone there has been tremendously helpful, as I had my first interview with the Irvine Company at the UCI Career Center-On Campus Interview Program. I wanted to let you know that you were a big part of this process."

Anonymous
Graduate School: USC 

"I visited the Career Center to do mock interview to prepare for an interview with USC School of Pharmacy.  The career counselor offered me some great pointers and guidance, and I am confident that the mock interview and one-on-one meeting gave me the confidence I needed to excel during my interview. Fortunately, I was accepted into the program, and I am overjoyed at the prospect of beginning this new chapter in my life.  Consequently, I wanted to extend my thanks and appreciation for all the help you (the Career Counselor) provided.  I truly couldn't have done it without you."

 

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