What Career Services Are Available for OPT?

The PaCE Career Center provides a dedicated Industry Relations & Career Specialist to support your professional journey. Students pursuing opportunities for OPT can meet with Brandon Hernandez for advice as they navigate preparing to enter the workforce. 

Support services include:

• Effective Job Search Methods
• LinkedIn Building & Networking Strategies 
• Resume & Cover Letter Writing for the U.S. Job Market
• Interview Preparation & Mock Interviews
• Offer & Salary Negotiation Techniques 

Advising Appointments & Modality:

• Advising sessions are offered either in-person or remote, Monday-Thursday. 

How to schedule an appointment:
To meet with Brandon Hernandez, please email brandon.hernandez@professional.ucsb.edu with the following information:

• First & Last Name
• PaCE Student ID
• Days and times of availability
• A brief description of what you would like to discuss during the appointment