The fields of Chemistry, Chemical Biology, and Chemical Engineering prepare students for a wide range of both established and non-traditional career options and possibilities.
The College of Chemistry’s professional Career Adviser, Najet Carrick, is here to help you explore those options and assist you in achieving your professional and educational goals.
Najet is also availabe to discuss off-campus research opportunities.
Najet Carrick
Contact Info
Appointments available via Handshake
About Najet
"I am so fortunate to work with the College of Chemistry students. Over the past two years, I have worked with undergraduate and masters students with their career-related needs. Prior to joining Berkeley Career Engagement and the College of Chemistry, I spent ten years working with students, recent graduates, and professionals from diverse backgrounds to evaluate transferable skills, write resumes and cover letters, recommend job search strategies, and prepare for interviews. I love helping students identify goals, consider options after graduation, and guide them through the internship or job search process. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and my professional career has spanned working in multiple industries. I love spending time with my husband and children, and I enjoy reading, hiking, and cooking.
Please feel free to book a time to meet with me on Handshake for virtual and in-person appointments. And be sure to connect with me on my LinkedIn page."
Research Opportunities
National Tsing Hua University, College of Engineering 2025 Summer Research Program
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025 | Noon Taiwan Standard Time
The Program welcomes university students (with completion of at least two-year university studies) from around the world into one of the six disciplines to conduct a two-month research under the guidance of a faculty advisor on projects of mutual interests with local and international students.
It’s tuition-free; and the program also provides a limited number of eligible Candidates with the scholarship to subsidize the airline tickets and the housing fee for the stay at the university residence halls.
For Undergraduates
Paid Summer 2025 Undergraduate Research Placements:
Over 700 programs – NSF REU, NASA, NIH and other paid summer research opportunities for undergrads
For Financial Support in Graduate School
Fellowships and graduate programs in a wide variety of STEM disciplines:
For tips on applying and associated resources
For opportunities specifically in the Ocean Sciences
For opportunities specifically in Engineering
Upcoming Events
NEW Workshop Series: Internship Success Sessions
Six Sessions: 2/20, 3/6, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15, 5/29 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Berkeley Career Engagement, Blue Room (3rd Floor)
Join us in a supported workspace to research, prepare and apply for your ideal internship. Learn about opportunities for paid internships, micro-internships and more. Bring your laptop and friends to collaborate and get real-time feedback on internship opportunities, optimize your internship search and learn about additional tips and resources.
NOTE: These are drop in sessions. You can register for only one or all depending on the support you need.
Register for the session that best fits your schedule on Handshake.
Careers in Biotech Panel
Tuesday, February 25 | 5 - 6pm | Virtual
Description: Berkeley Career Engagement and UC Berkeley's Department of Bioengineering team up to host an informative panel for students to learn about the various career pathways within the biotech industry. Our alumni and industry panelists will provide guidance on how to break into the field. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions.
This event is open to all majors. Bioengineering majors are encouraged to attend!
Etiquette 101: Your Guide to Career Readiness & Professional Success
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 |12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Berkeley Career Engagement | 2440 Bancroft Way, 3rd Floor - Blue Room
Join us for this workshop to gain essential skills to navigate the professional world with confidence. Whether you're entering the workforce or refining your professional presence, you'll gain practical advice on dining etiquette, relationship-building, and effective communication to make a lasting impression. Elevate your career with the power of professional etiquette!
Open Grad School Programs
Master of Applied Chemical Sciences (MACS)
Application Deadline: June 1, 2025
On behalf of UCLA’s Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, we are pleased to announce our new 2-year program, Master of Applied Chemical Sciences (MACS). MACS was designed in response to our industry partners' high demand for professional and well trained chemistry graduates. MACS courses will be taught by UCLA Chemistry & Biochemistry faculty and each student will be provided with an individual mentorship by one of the program’s faculty advisors.
The program will also routinely interface with industry research and business leaders from corporate sector, which includes materials and energy (3M, ExxonMobil, GE, Tesla, Applied Materials, IBM) and pharma and biotech (Pfizer, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Corteva Agrosciences) companies as well as multiple start-ups and several government and non-profit organizations.
As part of this program, it's anticipated a significant industrial recruiting effort on campus.
