Professional Development Day 2026

Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

UC Science Library

Our biggest program day of the year. Scholars spend a Saturday working on resumes, career stories, and the skills that turn a degree into a first job. Volunteers keep the whole day moving - and get a front-row seat to why this work matters.

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Breakout Lead: Craft a Standout ResumeHelp scholars create their first resume or refine an existing one so it communicates their experiences, strengths, and accomplishments more effectively. Facilitate both 45-minute rounds - Level Up provides the facilitation guide, talking points, and student activities in advance. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Support: Craft a Standout ResumeHelp scholars create their first resume or refine an existing one so it communicates their experiences, strengths, and accomplishments more effectively. Partner with the session lead and coach scholars one-on-one through both rounds. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.3 spots leftBreakout Lead: Find Your Next OpportunityHelp scholars move beyond scrolling job boards - exploring roles, industries, employers, and search strategies that fit their interests, and leaving with a real next step. Facilitate both 45-minute rounds - Level Up provides the facilitation guide, talking points, and student activities in advance. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Support: Find Your Next OpportunityHelp scholars move beyond scrolling job boards - exploring roles, industries, employers, and search strategies that fit their interests, and leaving with a real next step. Partner with the session lead and coach scholars one-on-one through both rounds. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Lead: Build Your Personal BrandHelp scholars clarify the strengths, values, and experiences they want to highlight, and how to communicate their story through LinkedIn and other professional interactions. Facilitate both 45-minute rounds - Level Up provides the facilitation guide, talking points, and student activities in advance. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Support: Build Your Personal BrandHelp scholars clarify the strengths, values, and experiences they want to highlight, and how to communicate their story through LinkedIn and other professional interactions. Partner with the session lead and coach scholars one-on-one through both rounds. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Lead: Turn Experience into ImpactHelp scholars turn internships, jobs, volunteer roles, and student involvement into meaningful skills, relationships, and interview-ready stories. Facilitate both 45-minute rounds - Level Up provides the facilitation guide, talking points, and student activities in advance. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftBreakout Support: Turn Experience into ImpactHelp scholars turn internships, jobs, volunteer roles, and student involvement into meaningful skills, relationships, and interview-ready stories. Partner with the session lead and coach scholars one-on-one through both rounds. 10:45 AM - 1:40 PM, lunch included.1 spot leftLunch Career PanelistShare honest stories about your career journey over lunch - opportunities, challenges, pivots, and lessons learned - then take scholar questions. We're looking for a range of industries and career paths, not one perfect version of success. Breakout volunteers are welcome to join the panel too. 11:35 AM - 12:40 PM, lunch provided.5 spots left

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