Scholarships, Internships, Research and Job Opportunities

Scholarships Opportunities

UCI Student Outreach and Retention Center Scholarships

💸Need help with college expenses?😨 Don’t stress, SOAR Scholarship is here to help! Open to UCI undergrads engaged in community service and supporting the Black community. 💫🤩

📝 More information on the eligibility requirements/criteria can be found on the application linked below, on our Linktree, or in our highlights!

🔗 Apply! tinyurl.com/w25soarscholarship
🗓 Closes Friday, March 16th @ 11:59 PM
✉️ Email soaring@uci.edu for more questions!

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UCI – CIRM COMPASS Scholarship Program & Scholarship

UCI’s “CIRM COMPASS Scholar’s Program” will train undergraduates for a range of careers in regenerative medicine. COMPASS Scholars will be paired with a faculty mentor and be supported for two years with tuition, fees, a stipend, and a research allowance. COMPASS Scholars will live on campus during summer school in ’25 & ‘26, where they will learn hands-on lab skills, human stem cell culture techniques, an introduction to good manufacturing procedures (GMP), and earn a certificate in Clinical Research Coordination (CRC). Scholars will enroll as BIO199s (mentored research) over 6 quarters across the two years of scholarship support, culminating in a Capstone Project. They will present their Capstone Project at an annual conference. 

What do CIRM Scholars get? Up to $70,000 in support over two years, including partial tuition and fee coverage, a monthly stipend during the academic year, a summer internship stipend/summer housing, funds for research supplies (which go to their host lab), and a small travel award. CIRM Scholars will be paired with individual faculty mentors and postdoc/graduate student co-mentors for one-on-one training and support. Scholars will learn hands-on laboratory techniques, microscopy, cell culture, biotech manufacturing, regulatory affairs, public and scientific presentation skills, and take classes in regenerative medicine, stem cells, and health care disparities.

What is expected of CIRM Scholars? This program is open to freshmen and sophomores and requires a two-year commitment. Scholars will participate in all program-sponsored events, live on campus during 10-week summer sessions (of 2025 and 2026), enroll as a BIO199 for 6 quarters, complete an Excellence in Research (or equivalent) Capstone Project, enroll in courses in regenerative medicine and/or scientific method, public health disparities, and sociology, political science, or health bioethics. Ancillary activities include attendance at Stem Cell Research Center scientific presentations, and helping host the Public Seminar Series.

Who are we? The Sue & Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center (SCRC) consists of more than 65 science faculty across the campus who can mentor COMPASS Scholars. Activities within the SCRC include basic and translational stem cell research using multidisciplinary approaches, such as cell biology, genomics, computational biology, bioengineering, pre-clinical development, and clinical applications/practice. Faculty are also engaged in understanding the stem cell field in the wider context of health disparities and ethics. There are training and research opportunities across a wide range of topics including new cell sorting and manufacturing methods, biomaterials to control cellular development, 3D cell culture and fused organoids, health disparities, bioethics, and upcoming trials for retinal repair, brain injury, stroke, ALS, and Huntington’s disease. 

An important goal of this program is opening new career pathways for UCI students. For example, there are shortages of individuals trained in stem cell manufacture and good manufacturing procedures (GMP) (average salary $68,940) as well as shortages of Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) (average salary $75,726). The more diverse these individuals are, the better they will connect with a diverse patient population and bring a wider range of patients into the clinical trial pipeline. 

More information on the UCI COMPASS Scholar’s Program can be found here.

Apply at: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/cccf2d76a4844e858756940c9493c019

We will confirm our cohort of COMPASS Scholars by April 2024 so you can plan for Summer Session.

Applications for the next cohort are due by 11:59 PM on MARCH 4^th, 2025.

Sincerely, 

Brian J. Cummings, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Faculty Development (SOM Senate)Professor, Physical Medicine & RehabilitationNeurological Surgery University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-1705 (949) 824-3254 Office (949) 584-3251 Cell

Monique Williams, Ph.D.Academic Coordinator IISue & Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center845 Health Sciences RdUniversity of California, Irvine 92697Office: 949-824-9290Email: monique.williams@uci.edu

Aileen Anderson, Ph.D. aja@uci.eduDirector, Sue & Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center (SCRC) Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Anatomy & NeurobiologyUniversity of California Irvine Building 845, Room 3002Irvine, CA 92697-1705

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CALIFORNIA SCHOLARSHIPS!

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Welcome to our “Scholarships from A to Z” series, where we explore scholarship opportunities across the United States, state by state. Today, we’re focusing on California, a state renowned for its diverse educational institutions and vibrant student communities. Whether you’re a high school senior preparing for college or a current college student seeking additional funding, California offers a plethora of scholarships to support your academic journey.

Statewide Scholarships

California provides several scholarships accessible to students throughout the state:

• Cal Grant Program: Managed by the California Student Aid Commission, Cal Grants offer financial aid to California residents pursuing undergraduate degrees. Eligibility is based on financial need, academic performance, and other factors. APPLY HERE: csac.ca.gov
• Middle-Class Scholarship: This program provides undergraduate students with family incomes up to $201,000 and assets up to $201,000 a scholarship to attend University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) campuses. APPLY HERE: csac.ca.gov
• California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE): Offers over 3,000 scholarships annually to community college students demonstrating financial need and academic commitment. APPLY HERE: icangotocollege.com

Regional Scholarships

In addition to statewide programs, various regional scholarships cater to students in specific areas of California:

Northern California

• Sacramento Region Community Foundation Scholarships: This foundation administers numerous scholarships funded by local individuals and businesses, aiming to support students in the Sacramento area. APPLY HERE: sacregcf.org
• Santa Rosa Ninety-Nines Aviation Scholarship: Offers up to $5,000 to aspiring female pilots residing in Northern California, encouraging women to pursue careers in aviation. APPLY HERE: scholarships.com

Southern California

• Edison Scholars Program: Awards $40,000 scholarships to 30 high school seniors planning to pursue STEM degrees at four-year institutions. Applicants must reside in Southern California Edison’s service area. APPLY HERE: accessscholarships.com
• Simon Scholar Physician Assistant Program: Provides up to $175,224 in funding for students from specific Orange County high schools committed to becoming physician assistants. APPLY HERE: scholarships.com

Orion Fund Grants
Sponsor: The Orion Fund
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: February 25, 2025
Description: Scholarships are open to California college students with serious illness or injury. Applicant must be under the age of 32 and have a serious medical condition affecting their ability to stay in school.

AATCC Scholarships
Sponsor: American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: February 28, 2025
Description: Scholarships are open to current undergraduate and graduate students studying textile and/or fashion-related programs. In addition to the general scholarship and scholarships for specific institutions (see website for details), there are scholarships open specifically to Indian students and students from California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia.

Kennedy-King Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Kennedy-King Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: February 28, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to students who will transfer in the fall or spring following the award from a Contra Costa County (California) college to junior standing at a four-year accredited institution. Applicant must belong to a minority group under-represented in the California College and University system (African-American, Americans (North, Central, or South) derived from Spanish-speaking cultures, Native American, or Pacific Islander.

Latinos in Technology Scholarship
Sponsor: Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Amount: Up to $6,000
Closing Date: February 28, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to Latino or Hispanic students who have a declared major in and been accepted into a STEM program. Applicant must be entering their junior or senior year of undergraduate studies the next academic year and be a graduate of a high school in the Greater Silicon Valley (California).

ACWA Scholarships
Sponsor: Association of California Water Agencies
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 1, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to California residents attending a UC or Cal State campus and pursing an undergraduate degree in a water resources-related field related to engineering, agricultural and/or urban water supply, environmental studies, or public administration. Applicant must be at least a junior during the next academic year.

Directing Change Program and Student Film Contest
Sponsor: Each Mind Matters
Amount: Up to $1,000
Closing Date: March 1, 2025
Description: Contest is open to middle school and high school students and youth between the ages of 12 and 25 years of age from the state of California. Applicant must create a 30 or 60-second film about suicide prevention and mental health.

Funds for the Future Scholarship
Sponsor: Lodi Grape Festival
Amount: Up to $2,000
Closing Date: March 1, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors graduating from a school in the Lodi Unified School District or whose primary residence is within the Lodi Unified School District, or college students who graduated from a high school in the Lodi Unified School District.

Arthur L. Littleworth BBK Diversity Scholarship
Sponsor: Best Best & Krieger LLP | Association of California Water Agencies
Amount: $10,000.00
Closing Date: March 3, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to students who will be classified as an undergraduate freshman or sophomore during the next academic year, and who is of diverse or underrepresented background and shows a passion for and career trajectory in water law, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Friends of the California State Fair Scholarship Program
Sponsor: California State Fair
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: March 3, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are legal residents of California. There are 14 categories of scholarships – see website for details. In addition to the general scholarships, there are specific scholarships open to Agriculture, Art, Business, Culinary Arts, Education, Enology, Hospitality Management or Viticulture majors.

Stephen K. Hall ACWA Water Law & Policy Scholarship
Sponsor: Association of California Water Agencies
Amount: $10,000.00
Closing Date: March 3, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to students pursuing a graduate degree (Master’s, PhD, or Law School) in water law and policy or public administration with a demonstrated concentration in the field of water resources. Student must be enrolled full-time for the entire next academic year.

Students Rising Above Scholars Program
Sponsor: Students Rising Above
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 4, 2025
Description: Scholars program is open to high school juniors from low-income families who live within the nine-county California Bay Area. Student must have demonstrated strength of character in overcoming obstacles not of his/her own making.

San Diego Foundation Scholarships
Sponsor: San Diego Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 5, 2025
Description: Scholarships are open to high school seniors and current college students who are residents of San Diego County (California). There are multiple scholarships available – see website for details.

Ruiz 4 Kids Scholarships
Sponsor: Ruiz 4 Kids
Amount: $1,000.00
Closing Date: March 8, 2025
Description: Scholarships are open to high school seniors who live within 35 or 50 miles of an area with a Ruiz Foods presence (Dinuba or Tulare, California; Denison, Texas; Frisco, Texas; or Florence, South Carolina – see website for details).

CIF Scholar-Athlete of the Year
Sponsor: California Interscholastic Federation (CIF)
Amount: $10,000.00
Closing Date: March 10, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors with a minimum 3.5 GPA who have demonstrated outstanding athletic performance in a minimum of two years of varsity play in California.

ACEC California Scholarship
Sponsor: American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) California
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to California undergraduate (junior or senior status) and graduate students who will be enrolled in an engineering or land-surveying curriculum approved by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) during the Fall of 2025.

Education First Scholarships
Sponsor: Education First
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors from select high schools in the following U.S. cities: Austin, Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, Portland (OR), San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle.

Michael A. Hunter Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Orange County Community Foundation
Amount: Up to $5,000
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to high school seniors, community college and four-year university students who are Leukemia/Lymphoma patients or survivors and/or are children of non-surviving Leukemia/Lymphoma patients may apply.

Tri-Valley Retired Educators’ Scholarship Award
Sponsor: California Retired Teachers Association Tri-Valley Division 85
Amount: $2,500.00
Closing Date: March 14, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, community college transfer students, and four-year college/university students who will complete the sophomore year by the end of spring term 2025. Applicant must be a resident of Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, or San Ramon (California) with plans of having a career in education.

Gary D. Radine Scholarship
Sponsor: Delta Dental of California
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who are dependent children of a Delta Dental employee.

PFLAG SD Scholarship
Sponsor: PFLAG San Diego County
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: March 15, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to LGBT graduating high school seniors and current undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of San Diego County.

FWSF Scholarship
Sponsor: Financial Women of San Francisco
Amount: Up to $15,000
Closing Date: March 20, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate women who are enrolled at a Bay Area accredited college or university. Applicant must follow a course of study to attain a degree and pursue a career in finance or in the financial services industry.

Banatao Family Filipino American Education Fund
Sponsor: Asian Pacific Fund
Amount: $5,000.00
Closing Date: March 21, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to incoming college freshmen of Filipino heritage (at least 50%) who will be majoring in engineering, mathematics, computer science, environmental or physical science. Applicant must be a permanent resident of California.

PG&E Scholarships
Sponsor: Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Amount: Up to $10,000
Closing Date: March 22, 2025
Description: Scholarships are open to high school seniors and current undergraduate students whose primary residence is a PG&E customer in California at the time of application. Applicant must be enrolled full-time at a four-year college or university in California.

Wong: Helen and L.S. Wong Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor: Asian Pacific Fund
Amount: Up to $3,000
Closing Date: April 11, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to Asian heritage (at least 50%) incoming and current college students from the Fairfield-Suisun communities (California). Applicant must have a least a 2.8 GPA.

Southern California Movers Scholarship
Sponsor: HireAHelper
Amount: $500.00
Closing Date: May 1, 2025
Description: Scholarship is open to current college students who are residents of the state of California and are attending an accredited college or university in one of the following counties: San Diego, Riverside, Orange, San Bernardino, or Los Angeles. Applicant must submit an essay on a given topic related to a moving experience.

Macy’s Emergency Scholarship Fund
Sponsor: Macy’s | LULAC National Educational Services Center, Inc.
Amount: Up to $500
Closing Date: Rolling
Description: Scholarship is open to deserving students facing economic hardship and immediate monetary need that, if not met, could result in an inability to complete classes or a degree program. Emergency financial need resulting from the following will qualify students from funding: change in family income/support, loss of job, death of an immediate family member, natural disaster, pending eviction or home foreclosure, burglary, or fire. Applicant must be a resident of California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Puerto Rico, or Texas.

CalCPA Scholarship
Sponsor: CalCPA Education Foundation
Amount: Varies
Closing Date: Varies
Description: Scholarships are open to students with an interest in pursing professional careers in the accounting field. Applicant must be enrolled at an institution of higher learning in the state of California and must be a member of CalCPA (student membership is free). CalCPA chapters have different deadlines for scholarship – see website for details.

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CBCF 2025 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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The School of Social Sciences Scholarships

The School of Social Sciences offers several competitive scholarships to students committed to academic excellence, thanks to generous donations from alumni and community friends.

Students: To be eligible for all of the following scholarships, you must be a declared major within the School of Social Sciences and have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Additional eligibility and application requirements vary and are described in detail within each scholarship. Undergraduate student questions should be directed to Rachel Neer (rachel.neer@uci.edu); graduate student questions to Jennifer Gerson (jennifer.gerson@uci.edu).

See flyer below on which scholarships being offered. To learn more, visit the website.

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Scholarships from Study.com

Higher education can be a transformative journey, but for many Black students, financial barriers remain a challenge. This Black History Month is a time to not only honor achievements but also to ensure that black students have access to the opportunities they deserve.

At Study.com, we’re committed to helping students break down financial barriers, and we believe our scholarship guides would be a valuable addition to UCI’s resources:

• Guide to College Scholarships & Financial Aid for Black Students: A comprehensive guide featuring undergraduate and graduate scholarships, grants, and fellowships.
• College Scholarships for Underrepresented Students: A curated list of financial aid opportunities for underrepresented students, helping them access the support they need. 

  Stacy Redd DeMartini
   Director of Content & Services
   LinkedIn
   Open the door to the life-changing impact of education

Study.com | 100 View Street, Suite 202 | Mountain View, CA 94041
Study.com in the News 

Study.com is an online learning platform with more than 34 million visitors per month and was named by Fast Company as one of the most innovative companies of 2023. Study.com is also the exclusive Praxis test preparation provider for Educational Testing Services (ETS).

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Boster Bio Scholarship Opportunity

I’m Renz with Boster Bio. We are thrilled to inform you that we are offering an annual scholarship of $1000 to each of two deserving students.

This scholarship requires the students to write at least 500 words essay: Explain your reason(s) for applying for a scholarship and why you feel you should receive one. Tell us the type of career in the healthcare or biomedical-related industry you plan to pursue and your future goals. For further details and to apply, kindly direct your students to our scholarship information page: https://www.bosterbio.com/scholarships.

We kindly request your support in spreading the word about this opportunity by adding our scholarship program to your scholarship resource page.

All the best,

Rienzi Smith
Customer Relations Manager, Boster Bio

(888)466-3604  |  (925)215-2184  |  www.bosterbio.com/rienzi@bosterbio.com3942 Valley Ave Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA

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50+ College Scholarships for Minority Students published by Purdue University Global

This resource shares 50+ financial aid scholarships for future and current college students and potential graduate students to supplement the cost of education. The resource highlights opportunities dedicated to specific demographics such as African Americans, Asian Americans, Latino Students, Native Americans, and more. 

The featured scholarships are current and are provided by trusted organizations – and the resource will be regularly updated to ensure students get accurate and current information on available scholarships.

Below is the URL to the resource:
https://www.purdueglobal.edu/blog/student-life/scholarships-minority-students/

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Scholarships for Black and African American Students

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1c-x6jV-TXtAR1eWTcgd6grdMLSvvpNXYI3FoOgY7ccE/edit?gid=0#gid=0

https://linktr.ee/dearrattler

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-type/minority-scholarships/african-american-scholarships/

https://bold.org/scholarships/by-demographics/minorities/black-students-scholarships/

https://scholarships360.org/scholarships/scholarships-for-black-students/

https://www.blackstudentscu.us/student-resources

https://naacp.org/find-resources/scholarships-awards-internships/scholarships

https://www.blackscholarships.org/

https://goforyours.com/

https://thebestschools.org/resources/college-finances/scholarships-african-american-black

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Good Neighbor Pharmacy Scholarship

The application program will be available again in October. Please return then to view the updated Eligibility and Awards for the 2024-2025 academic year! If you are an applicant who would like to discover more scholarship opportunities you might qualify for, please continue to the Scholarship America Hub and sign up! Get notified when the scholarship application is available.

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UNCF Emergency Student Aid / Emergency Retention Grants

Apply Here: https://uncf.org/scholarships

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Google Scholarships

To explore scholarship opportunities or for questions and complete details on all of Google’s scholarships, please visit g.co/scholarships

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Good Tidings Foundation GT Ventures Grant

The purpose of the Good Tidings Foundation GT Ventures Grant is to raise up and provide confidence and opportunity to young, talented black youth who are looking to start a non-profit or business with small one-time grants. In addition to the grant funds, the recipient will receive an 18-month mentorship and access to our incubator of industry leaders. 

Applicant Requirements:

• Black/African American/African Descent
• Ages 7-24 (at the time of the application deadline)
• Must reside in California
• Must include a letter of recommendation along with the application to be considered

Applications must be submitted by Monday, June 2^nd at 12pm (noon) PDT. Finalists will be notified the first week of June and will then be required to present via Zoom to the GT Ventures selection committee. An awardee will be announced on Thursday, June 19^th, 2025.

The link to the application can be found below. Please feel free to reference the link to the application to recognize who we are supporting with the grants, the hard deadlines, and the past GT Ventures awardees to give you more insight. More information on the GT Ventures program can also be found here.

https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/program/gtventures2025

Thank you in advance for your help!

ANGELICA SOTO, OPERATIONS MANAGER, GOOD TIDINGS FOUNDATION

P 800.824.7366

C 650.201.9094

Celebrate 30 YEARS OF GT by donating today!

DRIVEN by DREAMS™

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Employment Opportunities (Jobs & Internships)

UCI Division of Career Pathways

Check out the latest jobs on Handshake. See more opportunities for all majors and industries at uci.joinhandshake.com

Check out this week’s helpful resources:

• UCI Internship Programs
• Gain opportunities for your student club by becoming a Club Affiliate
• DEI and Your Job Search
• Resumes and Cover Letters
• Unsure of Your Major? Use Focus 2
• Career Fair Advantages
• Career Center Confidential: When in Doubt, Apply!
• Students and Grads Share Their Most Effective Networking Strategies
• Career Fair Advantages

Visit us at career.uci.edu 

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UCI Student Outreach and Retention Center Jobs

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Transfer Student Center is hiring!

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CBCF Congressional Summer Internship

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WE’RE HIRING! EAOP Student Coordinators

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RippleMatch Job Board

Looking for a job or internship? RippleMatch is completely different from job boards like WayUp and Handshake. On RippleMatch, students have a feed of opportunities curated just for them. Students can generate matches that the automation finds for you through a portal. RippleMatch is great because it takes under five minutes to apply to each company and get your profile in front of a recruiter. It also focuses on ensuring students hear back rather than not receiving a response from job boards. Apply today!
Registration/website: https://ripplematch.com/index?r=6RHFVL
Contact info: eanucha@uci.edu, info@ripplematch.com

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UCI School of Medicine

A job opportunity that is roughly $20 an hour ($100 per session) where you “act like a patient” and help medical students learn how to be doctors. It’s a year-long opportunity and you can sign up for the dates they are actually free. If you have any questions, please contact Charlotte (email on the flyer). 

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Anteater Express Hiring

Working for Anteater Express allows you to experience “Bus Love” first-hand. It is a rewarding job that allows UC Irvine students to provide reliable transportation to the campus community. Our team is passionate about providing a valued public service and is committed to helping passengers travel safely to their destination.

• Job Title: Anteater Express Operator
• Job Type: Part-Time
• Wage/Salary: $18.00 per hour with $1 raises every 400 accident-free hours worked.
• Days: Monday-Saturday
• Hours of Operation: 6:15a-12:00a
• Location: UC Irvine campus and surrounding communities
• Apply now — https://www.shuttle.uci.edu/contact/employment/

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Research Opportunities