Student Events & Workshops

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
• Grad School 101

View upcoming workshops and webinars on the Student Career Events page.

Each year, the CDC hosts different internship events to help students understand what they can expect from an internship while learning important strategies and tools to secure internship opportunities. 

Past internship events include:

• Search and Prepare for Internships
• Alternative Real-World Experiences
• Identify and Market Transferable Skills for Internships
• Steps for Easier Networking
• Industry Insights: Hiring Trends
• Employer and Student Internship Real Talk

View upcoming internship events on the Student Career Events page.

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.

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

Additionally, the CDC hosts Prepare for the Job Fair workshops prior to each job fair. View upcoming workshops and webinars on the Student Career Events page.

Fall 2023 Job Fairs

The following Job Fairs will be offered during the fall semester. Find more information about upcoming Job Fairs on the Student Career Events page.

Spring 2024 Job Fairs

The following Job Fairs will be offered during the spring semester. 

For questions, fill out our online form or call (562) 985-4151.

Past Job Fairs

2023 Spring Job Fairs:

• Educators' Job and Internship Fair on 4/28/2023 - List of Attendees
• Just-In-Time Job and Internship Fair on 4/13/2023 - List of Attendees
• Spring In-Person Job and Internship Fair on 3/15/2023 - List of Attendees

2022 Job Fairs:

• Fall In-Person Job and Internship Fair on 10/19/2022 - List of Attendees
• Fall Virtual Job and Internship Fair on 10/12/2022 - List of Attendees
• Engineering and Technology Career Fair on 9/14/2022 - List of Attendees
• On-Campus Student Employment Job Fair on 8/18/2022 - List of Attendees
• Just-In-Time Job and Internship Fair on 4/28/2022 - List of Attendees
• Educators' Job and Internship Fair on 4/8/2022 - List of Attendees
• Spring Virtual Job and Internship Fair on 3/3/2022 - List of Attendees

2021 Job Fairs:

• Fall Virtual Job and Internship Fair on 10/20/2021 - List of Attendees
• Engineering and Technology Virtual Career Fair on 9/22/2021 - List of Attendees
• Just-In-Time Virtual Fair on 5/26/2021 - List of Attendees
• Educators' Virtual Job Fair on 4/16/2021 - List of Attendees
• Spring Virtual Job and Internship Fair on 2/17/2021 - List of Attendees

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.

View upcoming Information Sessions on the Student Career Events page.

The CDC hosts Industry Speaker Series 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 Speaker Series

Check back soon for information about our Spring 2024 Industry Speaker Series.

Past Industry Speaker Series

• Supply Chain Management
• Career Paths in Psychology
• Video Game Development
• Government
• Entertainment
• Professional Sports