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A Cal State Monterey Bay education provides a lifetime of value. You’ll leave ready to succeed in your chosen career, and we’ll even help you with your initial job search.

Career Development

Launch Your Career at Cal State Monterey Bay

CSUMB opens doors to a lifetime of possibilities. We’re here to help you with your initial job search, and we’ll continue to be by your side as you develop professionally and advance your career. 

Here are a few places to start your job search: 

Otter Jobs: Our Online Job Board
Once you activate your Otter Jobs Handshake account, you’ll have access to a range of employment opportunities, from summer positions to full-time jobs. 

Campus Employment

If you’re still a student, you can build your resume, earn extra cash and make connections across campus by working at CSUMB! Openings are also listed on Otter Jobs.

Explore Opportunities

Get ready for life after Cal State Monterey Bay. The perfect position may just be waiting for you on Otter Jobs. Still looking to gain experience? Learn more about CSUMB internships and on-campus jobs

Research Careers

Learn how to research career fields, specific jobs and potential employers.

How to Research Careers
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Your Career Development Plan

Don’t wait until graduation to start thinking about your career journey. Our four-year plan shows you what to do each year of your college career to prepare for a successful job search.

Four-Year Career Development Plan
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Résumés and Cover Letters

Find out how to create a résumé that shows off your skills and how to write a cover letter that gets the attention of potential employers.

Résumés and Cover Letters
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Disclosing Disabilities

Learn what factors to consider before disclosing your disability to a potential employer.

Disclosing Disabilities

Informational Interviewing

Talking to working professionals is the best way to learn about a field, discover career paths you didn’t know about and get the inside scoop. Learn about this important skill.

Informational Interviewing