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Do I have to be a member
of the Alumni Association to take advantage of Alumni
Career Services? |
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For several of
the services, yes. In most instances members receive discounted
rates on Alumni Career Services. Membership in the UCSB
Alumni Association is open to anyone seeking closer ties
to the University. |
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Where can I post my resume
or find lists of job openings? |
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On the Gaucho Monstertrak
site www.ucsbalum.com/career_services/jobsearch/monstertrak.html.
Also, our job search site www.ucsbalum.com/career_services/jobsearch/index.html
provides links to some of the best Internet job sites.
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I'm uncertain as to a career
path, how can I learn about various careers and jobs?
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Visit our Career Planning site.
www.ucsbalum.com/career_services/planning/index.html
You can access lists of careers, learn about their industry
outlook, and find data on salaries and relocation costs.
Information on career counseling is located here as well.
There are links to sites that will help you create a resume
and cover letter, and also links to sites with interview
tips. |
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Does the Alumni
Association provide career counseling? |
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The Alumni Association
does not have career counselors on staff. We do, however,
maintain a list of independent career counselors who offer
discounts to Alumni Association members. |
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Does the Alumni
Association provide job placement services? |
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The Alumni Association
does not provide job placement assistance. We provide
resources, tools, networking opportunities and job listings
designed to aid members in being proactive in their job
searches and help them plan their career paths. |
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Does the Alumni
Association have an on-site career resource center? |
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The Alumni Association
does not maintain an on-site career resource center. Our
services are available for use online. |
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Where can I go
for career assistance? |
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You can contact
one of the independent career counselors on our career
counselor list. These counselors are available throughout
the United States and offer discounts for Alumni Association
members. Many are willing to work with clients via email
and phone as well. If there is not a counselor listed
in your area, contact the UCSB Alumni Association at 805-893-4611
or email alumni.careers@ia.ucsb.edu |
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What is the difference between
your services and University Career Services? |
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Alumni Career Services provides
just-in-time, just-for-you career help for alumni, from
recent graduates to experienced professionals. We are
part of the UCSB Alumni Association. |
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I don't live in Santa Barbara.
How can I get services? |
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Many of our services are on-line.
If you have questions, please call the UCSB Alumni Association
at 805-893-2288 or contact alumni.careers@ia.ucsb.edu.
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| 10. |
How do I get a copy of my
transcript? |
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Visit the Registrar's office
online at http://www.registrar.ucsb.edu/tsorder.htm. |
