On-Campus Employment

There are many benefits to working on-campus.  

• Flexibility  

• Campus involvement  

• Professional development and preparation 

• And, so much more  

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• Diana Medina, Work Study Coordinator, Financial Aid
• Doris Chaney, Student Services Center/Tutoring Lab, College of Engineering Computer Science
• Elba Mandujano, Senior Community Director, Student Housing
• Frank Stranzl, Associate Director, Employee Development & Communications, HR
• John Doebler, Human Resources Manager, AS
• Joanne Cowles, Human Resources Specialist, USU
• Kristen Pichler, Associate Director of Human Resources & Development, USU
• Paula Crutcher, Student Employee Coordinator, University Library
• Semone Muslar, Human Resources Manager, TUC

Contact the committee studentemployment@csun.edu

To participate in this program, a CSUN student employee must:

• Be employed by CSUN for the semester of participation.
• Be willing to complete 10 self-paced Canvas modules, 1 career advising session, attend 1 alumni networking event, attend 1 career center workshop, and discuss progress at monthly check-ins with their supervisor within the semester.

Important Cohort Dates:

Fall 2026 Cohort

• Start Date: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
• Mandatory Supervisor Orientation: Wed 9/9/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Mandatory Student Orientation: Wed 9/9/2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• End Date: Friday, December 11th, 2026

Spring 2027 Cohort

• Start Date: Wednesday, February 10th, 2027
• Mandatory Supervisor Orientation: Wed 2/10/2027 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Mandatory Student Orientation: Wed 2/10/2027 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• End Date: Friday, April 30th, 2027

*All mandatory orientations will be hosted in-person at the CSUN Career Center, BH 410 Classroom.

Student Testimonials:

“FHTC taught me a lot about how to maximize my time at CSUN. As a student assistant, juggling classes, work duties, and other responsibilities can be overwhelming. FHTC taught me a lot about how to balance these things and prepare for the future. Activities like Alumni Meet-Ups were so insightful, and I'd love to be able to share the same knowledge once I graduate.” - Jordan Lane, B.A. in Psychology (Class of 2025)

“Being part of this program has been an incredibly valuable experience. The main takeaway I gained is the importance of time, connection, and self-reflection. It helped me focus not only on my professional development but also on envisioning the kind of lifestyle I want to build for myself. Through the program, I’ve learned to be more intentional with my goals and actions, balancing personal growth with career readiness.” - Guna Yaswanth Gadde, M.S. Computer Science (Class of 2026)

“My most memorable part of the program was the last module, where we could write a letter to our future selves or make a vision board. I enjoyed seeing people’s vision boards and how creative their minds were. I wrote to my future self and emailed it to myself to arrive 5 years later!” - Gema Garcia, M.S. in Environmental and Occupational Health (Class of 2026)

Supervisor Testimonials:

“I loved this program, and it helped me as a supervisor! One of the areas that was very helpful was the NACE competencies. I am now using this for all my student employees. It helped me understand what some of my areas for growth were and I am grateful to have been able to participate.”

“My participation in the From Here to Career program has helped me grow as a supervisor and has supported my students in achieving their career goals. The monthly check-ins strengthened my relationships with my students and helped me understand their career goals.”

• Just 1 Hour Per Month – Participate with a minimal time commitment that fits easily into your on-campus work schedule.
• Alumni Networking & Workshops – Connect with CSUN alumni and build career-ready skills through engaging workshops.
• Earn a From Here to Career E-Badge – Showcase your commitment to career development on LinkedIn, your resume, portfolio, and social media.
• Receive a Graduation Cord – Be recognized for your on-campus employment experience as you walk across the stage.
• Celebrate Your Success – Attend the Career Center’s end-of-year celebration and receive your certificate and FHTC cord upon program completion.

From Here to Career not only aims to support students in their on-campus job but also support staff and faculty as they take on the Supervisor role for student assistants.

From Here to Career offers support to supervisors by providing: 

• Structured Professional Development Program – Integrate career development activities into your student employee’s work experience.
• Supervisor Training & Orientation – Participate in sessions designed to prepare and support supervisors.
• CareerLink Supervisor Toolkit & Canvas Course – Access resources to support career-focused conversations and effective student mentorship.
• Supervisor Community & Best Practices – Connect with peers, share ideas, and learn effective approaches to student supervision.

If you are ready to take advantage of From Here to Career and integrate this program as a part of your student assistants’ career development, please complete the following form: FHTC Registration 26-27.

Where can I learn more about the program?

Please view our previously recorded info session on YouTube.

If you would like to schedule a time for us to present about our career readiness program to your department, please email studentemployment@csun.edu to set up a time we can visit your department.

What are important cohort dates?

Fall 2026 Cohort

• Start Date: Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
• Mandatory Supervisor Orientation: Wed 9/9/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Mandatory Student Orientation: Wed 9/9/2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• End Date: Friday, December 11th, 2026

Spring 2027 Cohort

• Start Date: Wednesday, February 10th, 2027
• Mandatory Supervisor Orientation: Wed 2/10/2027 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Mandatory Student Orientation: Wed 2/10/2027 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• End Date: Friday, April 30th, 2027

*All mandatory orientations will be hosted in-person at the CSUN Career Center, BH 410 Classroom. Registered students and supervisors will also receive access to their respective Canvas courses.

When are the registration windows?

• Fall 2026 Cohort - July 1, 2026, to September 8, 2026, at 5pm
• Spring 2027 Cohort - December 1, 2026, to February 9, 2027, at 5pm

How many students are eligible to participate in the program each semester?

• Each semester our program capacity is  50  student participants.

Can students register themselves for the program?

• No, direct supervisors must enroll along with their student employee(s) by filling out the official FHTC Registration 26-27 form.

How many student employees can be registered per supervisor?

• We have a student-to-supervisor ratio of 3-to-1. Supervisors can only enroll a maximum of 3 student employees each semester they are directly supervising in order to ensure the quality of the monthly required supervisor check-ins. This will also allow other departments to participate.

What are the requirements for students to successfully complete the program and earn their Canvas E-Badges?

• Complete 10 self-paced Canvas modules (asynchronously)
• Attend 1 qualifying alumni networking event
• Attend 1 career center workshop
• Attend 1 career advising session
• Complete monthly check-ins with their supervisor

Are there specific meeting dates students will need to attend?

• Flexible Schedule with Ongoing Support – The only required live event is the mandatory student orientation. Canvas modules, events, and advising sessions are designed to fit your student’s schedule, requiring about 1–2 hours per month, with support available every step of the way.

I am interested in the program but currently do not have any student employees to enroll. What should I do?

• Please fill out our FHTC Interest Form so that we can stay in touch for the next recruitment cycle!