Summer break is the ideal time for your student to reflect, not only on accomplishments they have achieved academically, but also, on their professional development and the skills and experience needed to achieve their career goals.
Andrea Flores ’10 went from accepting a job in TV news without knowing what it would entail to performing nearly every role in the newsroom. Last December, she began a new position as an evening anchor at KCRA in Sacramento, an NBC affiliate with broadcasts that reach UC Davis and other parts of the region.
Though she originally planned to go into theater or become a doctor, she said she fell in love with her communication classes at UC Davis. After graduation, she sent her resume to a director at KCBS in Los Angeles.
The quarter will be coming to an end soon, which means students will be searching for summer jobs and internships. One question that comes up quite often while job searching, and particularly with first year students is “What can I do with this major?”
It’s May and the weather is feeling more and more like summer in Davis. Before you know it your student will be transitioning out of this academic year and into the summer. This month we are focusing on what’s in store for the summer!
David Suh ’17 pursued his dream to become a photographer, but offers more than a service. He wants everyone to feel confident in their own body and reaches a wider audience on TikTok.
Spring quarter is here, and many students are applying to internships and summer jobs. Applying for positions can feel daunting, but the steps below can provide students with an outline to get started on their search.
Aggie parents Bruce Telkamp and Diane Turriff are among many who are committed to helping all of our students make the most of their UC Davis experience.