Intersectionality
Gain Experience: Intersectionality
For complete information on internships, student jobs, research opportunities, extracurriculars, and more, review our starter tips to Gain Experience in all careers as well as the specialized tips on this page.
Build Your Experience
Building experience through internships, research, or volunteering provides valuable skills while affirming your unique identity in the workplace.
- Apply for identity-based internships: Explore programs like INROADS (for underrepresented students in business and STEM) or SEO Career (for diverse students in finance and business).
- Engage in research: Consider opportunities like the McNair Scholars Program, designed to support underrepresented students in academic and professional development.
- Volunteer with purpose: Join identity-affirming or mission-driven organizations to gain hands-on experience while contributing to causes that align with your values.
- Join campus organizations: Build leadership skills by participating in identity-based student groups at UCSB, such as the MultiCultural Center or the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity.
