Learn how to keep yourself ahead of the curve.
Online Resources
Forage
Build real world skills direct from leading organizations through virtual experience programs.
Handshake
UCLA’s platform that connects Bruins with internships, jobs and career opportunities.
Life Values Inventory
An assessment tool developed to help you clarify your values and guide decision making.
LinkedIn for Students
Learn the benefits of a LinkedIn profile and explore resources to get your started.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
A resource for career and industry trends, salaries, and job outlook.
Parker Dewey
Paid micro-internship opportunities for UCLA students of all majors, years, and degree levels.
UCLA Career Guide
A planning tool designed to help UCLA undergraduates prepare for their futures.
UCLA One
UCLA’s Online Alumni Network. Find connections through UCLA's online community.
VMock
A smart resume platform that allows you to build your resume and get detailed feedback anytime, anywhere, 24/7.
Goin Global
A career resource to help aid your international job and internship search.
Resources on Handshake
Career Exploration Tools
Use this to help you identify your strengths as a candidate for a particular job, areas of improvement, and networks/training opportunities to build towards a desired career.
Values WorksheetUse this worksheet to reflect on the values that are most important to you in your current and future work.
The average time to secure a job is typically 6-12 months. The closer you are to completing your degree/training, the more time you should dedicate to the job search. Use this worksheet to develop a plan of action and guide your job search time.
Navigating Handshake for StudentsLearn about the variety of resources and benefits available to students on Handshake.
Internship Search GuideAn overview of the filters and sorting tools on Handshake to help optimize your job/internship search experience.
Internship Lab SlidesLearn how to set up your Handshake account, optimize your job and internship search, and learn about additional tips and resources.
Industry Infographics 2022-2023Want to stay up to date on current industry trends? Learn about the top employers and industries currently hiring on Handshake in addition to the primary job roles and number of opportunities for each industry group. Updated quarterly.