Student Events & Workshops
The Career Development Center (CDC) provides a variety of professional development and employer events to help you explore and prepare for career opportunities as well as connect with employers to gain insight on the current job market and the skills needed to succeed. View upcoming events on the Career Events Calendar.
Professional Development Events
Through our workshops and internship events, you will gain valuable information, resources, and strategies to help you explore career opportunities and give you a competitive edge in the job/internship search process.
The CDC offers workshops each semester on a variety of topics, such as:
- Resume and Cover Letter Writing
- Top Interview Tips
- Job and Internship Search
- Getting the Most Out of LinkedIn
- Salary Negotiation
View upcoming workshops and webinars on the Career Events Calendar.
For recorded sessions check out CSULB CareerCenter - YouTube.
Employer Events
The CDC hosts several Jobs Fairs, Information Sessions, and Industry Speaker Series each year where you can talk face-to-face with employers and learn more about internship and employment opportunities.
Job Fairs are a great way for you to meet with a large number of employers who are specifically seeking CSULB students for the purpose of employment. Companies may have entry-level (or higher) career openings, part-time positions, and/or paid and volunteer internships.
The Career Development Center hosts career fairs for current students and CSULB alumni. Due to capacity limitations, we are unable to accommodate community members from the surrounding area, as we prioritize access for our CSULB community.
Preparing to Attend a Job Fair
To know what to expect from a job fair and how to make a good impression, take advantage of the following resources:
- Making the Most of the Job Fair Handout
- CDC Job & Internship Search page
- Instructions for scheduling an appointment with a career counselor
Industry & Identity Resources Videos:
Additionally, the CDC hosts Prepare for the Job Fair workshops before each job fair. View upcoming workshops and webinars on the Career Events Calendar.
Volunteers needed at the fairs, interested? Fill out our Event Volunteers (office.com) form.
Fall 2026 Job Fairs
The following Job Fairs will be offered in Fall 2026:
Engineering & Technology Career Fair
- Thursday, September 17, 2026
- 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- The Pyramid
- Attending Employers
Fall Career & Internship Fair
- Wednesday, October 7, 2026
- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- CSULB Central Quad
- Attending Employers
For questions, fill out our online form or call (562) 985-4151.
Past Job Fairs
Fall 2025 - Spring 2026 Job Fairs:
- Summer Internships & Part-Time Jobs Expo - 4/15/2026
- Career Fair: Education, Non-Profit & Human Services - 3/20/2026
- Spring Career Expo: Business, Health & Engineering - 3/12/2026
- Fall Job & Internship Fair - 10/1/2025
- Engineering & Technology Career Fair - 9/17/2025
An Information Session is a presentation given by an employer in an informal environment to provide you with details about the various career paths and benefits offered by their company.
Information Sessions offer the following opportunities:
- Gain a realistic, insider's viewpoint of work life in a specific industry
- Network with employers
- Ask questions directly or in a group session
Below is a sample of employers who have hosted previous Information Sessions at the CDC:
- Central Intelligence Agency
- Disney College Program
- Peace Corps
- Target Stores
- The Boeing Company
View upcoming Information Sessions on the Career Events Calendar.
The CDC hosts Industry Spotlight Events where employers from a specific industry are invited to share career insights and professional experiences within their field. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and tips from industry experts!
Upcoming Industry Spotlight Events
The following Industry Spotlights Events will be offered in Fall 2026:
Breaking Into Engineering: How to Stand Out and Get Hired
Tuesday, September 22, 12:00-1:30 PM
Brotman Hall 250
Careers in Communications, Public Relations and Journalism
Tuesday, October 20, 12:00-1:30 PM
Brotman Hall 250
Pathways in Education: Teaching, Counseling & Administration
Thursday, November 5, 3:30-5:00 PM
Virtual
Past Industry Spotlight Events
- Arts, Culture & Tourism
- Healthcare
- Supply Chain Management
- Career Paths in Psychology
- Video Game Development
- Government
- Entertainment
- Professional Sports
For recorded sessions check out CSULB CareerCenter - YouTube.
The Career Development Center (CDC) serves current students and alumni. Visit the CDC Alumni page for information on accessing services after graduation.
