Career Launch Program

Missed the Career Launch info session? Watch the recording here! You will also find other program information on this webpahe below. The video will go over the timeline, what is Career Launch and how to apply.

Career Launch Application deadline is January 26 at midnight! Apply at tinyurl.com/CareerLaunchApp25.

In partnership with Career Launch, the Triton Transfer Hub welcomes all transfer students to participate in the Career Launch Program in Winter 2025!

By participating in this program, transfer students will be able to:

Explore career fields.
Learn how to create relationships with professionals and network.
Launch effective job and internship searches.
Improve self-confidence and career preparation.
Learn LinkedIn tips,
Cold-call professionals.

Program Timeline

Career Launch will take place from Week 5 through Week 9 of the Winter 2025 Quarter.

Week 1: Application opens January 6
Week 2: Optional Zoom Info Session on January 14 @ 4-5pm, register here.
Week 4: Application closes Sunday January 26 at midnight. Applicants notified by end of Week.
Week 5: In-person Orientation Lunch on Friday, February 7 (Please see application for time)
Week 6: Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #1
Week 7: Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #2
Week 8: Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #3
Week 9: FINAL Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #4 + possible celebratory lunch

Program Commitment

1. Attend the in-person Orientation Lunch during Week 5 (Please see application for the date/time)
2. Attend all 4 live virtual sessions during Weeks 6-9* (Please see the application for the date/time)
3. Commit 2 hours per week from Weeks 6-9 (1 hour for live virtual sessions + 1 hour to complete program exercises)

*If needed, participants are allowed to miss 1 live virtual session to still be Career Launch Certified.

Eligibility

ALL transfer students interested in developing their careerr are eligible to apply to the Career Launch Program! Priority will be given to students who identify as:

First-generation, or
From underserved populations;
Willing and able to commit to the 4-week long program.

Why should you participate?

Develop internal advocates with employers of interest.
Meet fellow transfer students like yourself.
Learn skills and strategies to become a confident professional
Completion of the program provides you with a Career Launch Certificate.
Free lunch at Orientation
Your very own workbook to keep forever
Access to micro-learning videos and worksheets
Opportunity to practice what you learn with micro-tasks and program exercises
Receive an endless amount of moral support from Transfer Hub staff

Program Schedule

Career Launch is a 4-week, hybrid program with weekly virtual group coaching sessions, micro-learning videos and exercises, and an interactive workbook.

Group coaching sessions will be virtual, with an in-person Orientation which you are required to attend.

Career Launch Program At a Glance

Curious as to what you'll be learning during the Career Launch Program?
The table below is a SAMPLE schedule of the weekly topics included in the program.

Actual schedule/ topics are subject to change.
	Each week of the program, we will have one-hour long group coaching virtual sessions, once a week. Please see the Career Launch application for possible dates and times. Here are topics we will be discussing each week during these sessions:
Week 5	Orientation Lunch: Introduction to Career Launch Introduction to program facilitators Introduction to cohort Registration for Career Launch Pre-assessment
Week 6	Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #1: What is the Career Launch method? Step 1: Discernment Task: Create your top 10 List of organizations Step 2: Strategic Research Task: Create your contact list
Week 7	Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #2: Step 3: Professional Brand Task: Create email signature and LinkedIn profile Step 4: Outreach Task: Learn and use the "Playing the Student Card" strategy
Week 8	Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #3: Step 5: Prepare for Career Conversations Task: 5 questions to ask a professional Step 6: Advanced Preparation Task: Clearly identify your goals
Week 9	Virtual Career Launch Coaching Session #4: Step 7: Effective Follow-Up Task: Sending a thank you email Step 8: Interviewing Task: Write down stories to use during interviews Post-Assessment, Close Up Program

FAQs

What is the time commitment for participating (including time of day of programs)?

The program will run for 4 weeks from Week 6- Week 9 of Winter 2025 quarter.

The weekly time commitment would be about 2-3 hours per week.

Please refer to the sample schedule above for a general breakdown of each week. Participants must commit to the entire duration of the program.

Please see the Career Launch Application for the time and day of the programs.

I submitted my application already, what are the next steps?

Thank you for applying! You will hear back from us by the end of Week 4 of Winter Quarter. We will reach out to you via email - remember to check your junk mail! Please be sure to be available for Orientation during Week 5. For the date and time of Orientation, please see the Career Launch Application for the time and day of the programs.

Where will this program be held?

This program will be hybrid. Group coaching sessions will be held virtually on Zoom from week 6 through week 9 of Winter Quarter. We will also host an in-person orientation which you will be required to attend.

When will I know if I get in?

We intend to inform students that they have been selected to participate by the end of Week 4 of Winter quarter.

What is the advantage of participating in this program?

This program will help you become self-confident in your professional journey. You will learn the tools and knowledge to land the jobs and internships you want. After successfully completing the program, you will become Career Launch Certified.

Can I work while I participate in the program?

Yes, you can. Please refer to the Career Launch Program sample schedule above for a general breakdown of each week. Our recommendation is to familiarize yourself with the Program Commitments section and decided if you can commit to the dates and times of the program!

What if I don't get into the program?

There are many ways to get a kick-start on your professional journey and ensure you are getting connected to career services, here are some suggestions:

How can I learn more about Career Launch Academy?

The Triton Transfer Hub has partnered with Career Launch, a career guidance service, to provide transfer students at UCSD with the tools to be career ready! If you want to learn more about the history of and services provided by Career Launch, please visit https://www.careerlaunch.academy/homepage.

How to Apply

If interested, please fill out the entire Microsoft Form application by the January 27 deadline: tinyurl.com/CareerLaunchApp25

IMPORTANT: Space is limited. Please make sure that you are able to commit to the time that is required each week in addition to attending the required in-person orientation.

Application deadline is Sunday, January 27th, 2025 at midnight PST.

Keep an eye on your inbox! You will hear back if you have been selected to participate by the end of Week 4 of Winter quarter.

Contact Information

Questions?

Please email tritontransfers@ucsd.edu with the email subject “Career Launch Question.”

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