Career Treks

Career Treks are hands-on experiences where groups of 15-30 students have the opportunity to visit different companies and organizations, learn about their unique cultures and values, and discover potential career paths.

• Gain exposure to different companies and industries
• Learn about internship and full-time employment opportunities
• Build professional network and establish connections with current employees

All currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate in Career Treks.

Register for Career Treks on the "Events" page in Handshake. All experiences will have "Career Trek" in their title.

Don't see any available Career Treks? Add your name to our Career Trek Roster and receive priority registration for future experiences. 

• How long is a Trek?

  • Treks are normally between 90 minutes and 4 hours. The length of the Trek depends on a number of factors, such as the employer partner's location and availability.

• When do Treks occur?

  • Treks usually occur on weekdays.

• What activities are included in a Trek?

  • The activities included in each Trek varies by employer. Some activities may include a company tour, Q&A panels, and networking opportunities.

• Are Treks virtual or in-person?

  • Career Treks are in-person experiences. The goal is for students to experience what it's like to work onsite at different companies.

• Does it cost anything to participate in a Career Trek?

  • There are no formal program fees to participate in Career Treks. However, students are responsible for all transportation-related costs for Treks unless otherwise noted on each Trek's Handshake event page.

• Does the Career Center provide student transportation for Career Treks?

  • The Career Centerdoes not provide student transportation for Career Treks unless otherwise noted on each Trek's Handshake event page. For Treks that are farther than 1 mile from SJSU, students will be responsible for all transportation-related costs for attending the Trek.

• Are students paid to attend Career Treks?

  • No, students are not paid for attending Career Treks.

• Can students earn academic credit for attending Career Treks?

  • No, students cannot earn academic credit for attending Career Treks.

• Will food be provided as part of Treks?

  • Some employers may choose to cover the cost of a lunch and/or refreshments, but this decision is up to each employer. Please review each Trek's event details on Handshake to learn whether food will be provided as part of the experience.

• I've signed up for a Trek but my schedule changed and I can't attend. What should I do?

  • Please contact Laura Anderson at laura.anderson@sjsu.edu to let her know you can no longer join the Trek. This frees up space for anohter student to attend the experience.

Please look out for an email from Laura Anderson, the Career Experiences Program Lead at the Career Center, confirming your registration and providing details on next steps. You will also be sent (4) waiver and liability forms which you MUST complete and sign prior to the Trek to secure your spot. Note: Students who do not complete the waiver and liability forms will NOT be able to join the Trek.

For more questions, contact Laura Anderson (laura.anderson@sjsu.edu) at the Career Center.