Rise with the CSUN Career Center
Your future starts here! The CSUN Career Center is your partner in success, helping you rise with confidence as you explore career opportunities, develop valuable skills, and take steps toward your professional goals. Whether you're looking for career advice, internships, or job opportunities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Programs & Opportunities to Help You Rise
We offer a variety of programs designed to prepare you for success and connect you with real-world experiences. From career fairs to mentorship opportunities, these programs help you build skills, expand your network, and take charge of your future.
Explore our signature programs and find the one that fits your career journey best!
Essential Career Resources
Navigating your career path is easier when you have the right tools. Our career resources are designed to give you the confidence and knowledge to move forward:
Handshake makes it easy for students to explore thousands of employment opportunities. It offers jobs and internships, registration to career fairs, events, on-campus interviews, and personalized career recommendations.
CareerLink helps students learn what they can do with their major. It offers various resources such as interest identification, career readiness, job search tips, graduate school preparation, campus programs, and access to Handshake!
Matty's Closet is a fantastic resource for CSUN students seeking professional attire for interviews, internships, and other career-related events. Visit Matty's Closet and find the perfect outfit to confidently showcase your skills and talents!
Parker Dewey is a great opportunity for CSUN students looking to gain professional experience through micro-internships. Explore Parker Dewey to find short-term, paid projects that help you build skills, expand your network, and take the next step in your career journey!
More Ways to Rise
On-Campus Employment
Do you want to work on campus? Learn how working on campus can benefit you and help you gain valuable skills for your future career.
Meet Your Peer Educators
Upon your visit to the Career Center, you'll be greeted by one of our knowledgeable peer educators. The peer educators are here to assist you in taking the first steps toward achieving your career goals.
Ask a Matador!
Ask A Matador is a platform that connects you with CSUN alumni for valuable advice and networking opportunities.
Black Matadors Connect!
Black Matadors Connect connects students to Black CSUN alums with similar interests in career advice. Students send questions or requests for advice to alums with similar backgrounds, and students can expect a response in a few days.
On-Campus Student Employment: Take the Next Step
Are you a student employee looking to level up your skills and stand out to future employers? Our From Here to Career program is your chance to gain real-world experience and career readiness training while working at CSUN.
Why Join?
Through this 9-month program, you'll:
- Complete an online course that teaches career-readiness skills.
- Work with peer mentors who support your growth.
- Gain one-on-one guidance from a designated career advisor.
- Learn directly from CSUN alumni who were once student assistants like you.
At the end of the program, you’ll earn a Career Readiness Certificate, which you can showcase on your resume and LinkedIn profile—helping you rise above the competition in the job market.
How to Apply
If you're interested, talk to your supervisor and ask them to register you for the program. Students cannot enroll themselves—only supervisors can submit a registration.
If you’re a supervisor, please complete the following form: FHTC Registration 24-25.
On-Campus Employment for Graduate Students
Graduate students seeking real-world experience while continuing their education can explore on-campus employment opportunities. These roles provide valuable career-building skills, professional networking, and additional income while studying at CSUN.
Opportunities include:
- Graduate Assistant Positions – Gain experience in teaching, research, or administrative roles.
- Student Assistant Jobs – Work in various departments across campus while developing transferable skills.
- Internships & Research Roles – Find positions that align with your academic and professional goals.
Visit the On-Campus Employment page to learn more and find available positions.
Rise as a Matador—Take the Next Step!
Whether you're exploring career paths, preparing for your dream job, or looking for ways to grow, the Career Center is here to help. Engage with our programs, use our resources, and take control of your future today!
Be Aware: Fraudulent Job and Internship Emails
Fraudulent emails about student jobs and internships are circulating, some appearing to be from CSUN faculty or staff. These scams aim to steal personal information like SSNs and bank account details. CSUN does not advertise jobs or internships in this way. Be cautious of emails from general addresses like @gmail.com or @yahoo.com. Look up the company’s website before responding.
For more info, visit: https://www.csun.edu/it/avoid-fraud-email. If you receive a suspicious email, forward it to abuse@csun.edu.
Career Center
Bayramian Hall 413
18111 Nordhoff St.
Northridge, CA 91330
- Phone: (818) 677-2878
- Fax: (818) 677-4561