Graduate Student Resource Center

Supporting Graduate Students' Academic and Professional Success

Graduate Student Opportunities

Check out the following list of graduate student opportunities in funding, employment, professional development, and more! 

 

 

Grad Student Opportunities

  • In a joint effort between UC Santa Barbara, UC Berkeley, and UC Irvine, the UC Professional Development Modules for Teaching Excellence Project team is piloting a system-wide set of teaching and learning institutes. 

    In Spring 2026, we will offer both a 5-day institute and a 10-day institute focused on teaching with access in mind and exploring teaching and learning at the intersections. We welcome faculty, staff, graduate teaching assistants and associates to participate. Each institute includes:

    • Two meetings via Zoom (1 hour each).
    • Daily asynchronous content and activities (60–90 minutes per day).


    Teaching with Access in Mind

    • Dates: April 20-24, 2026
    • Zoom Meetings: April 20 & April 24, 10:00–11:00 AM
    • Description: Explore and apply principles of disability justice and neurodiversity awareness to teaching and learning practice.

     

    Teaching and Learning at the Intersections

    • Dates: May 12-21, 2026
    • Zoom Meetings: May 12 & May 20, 10:00–11:00 AM
    • Description: Examine and apply an intersectional framework to teaching and learning by considering multiple identities, systemic inequities, and environmental and social justice issues.


    The interest form to register can be accessed at the following link


    If you have any questions, please contact Project Manager Chris Collins via email at cjcollins@ucsb.edu.

  • Workshop: Unlock ACLS Grant Funding 

     
    April 2, 2026 | CHASS INTS 1111
     
     
    11:30-1:00 pm - "What can I do with a humanities PhD? An informal conversation." 
    2:00-3:30 pm - "ACLS 101: Programs and Tips." 
    4:00-5:00 pm - ”ACLS Grant Meetings.”
     
    Sign up now to participate in a day-long, in-person series of conversations with American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) program officers, Christopher Thornton and Nike Nivar Ortiz. Learn more about grant and fellowship opportunities and register for feedback sessions to discuss recent/upcoming ACLS grant proposals. Hosted by the UCR Center for Ideas and Society and the CHASS Dean’s Office.
     

     

  • The California Community College Internship Program (CCCIP) is a year-long program that provides qualifying graduate students interested in teaching the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience in a community college setting. Participating graduate students will receive mentorship from current community college faculty, focused training and professional development, opportunities for in-classroom observations and teaching experiences, and other experiences aimed at preparing students for a community college faculty career.

    CCCIP is open to UC Irvine and UC Riverside Ph.D. and M.F.A. students in all disciplines. Students must be enrolled full-time, be in good academic standing, and have advanced to candidacy before starting the program. Interns will receive a $7,500 fellowship for the summer, during which they will engage in specialized training focused on course design, inclusive teaching, and career development.

     

    Program Requirements

    • CCCIP Programmatic Requirements:
    • Attend community college site orientation (August, 2026; dates vary)
    • Completion of synchronous & non-synchronous trainings (July, 2026)
    • Meet with mentor at least four times over 2026-2027 academic year and discuss topics including tenure and review process at the community colleges
    • Observe 10 hours of community college classes over 2026-2027 academic year and complete observation reflection assignment
    • Lead one lesson/class meeting and complete teaching reflection assignment Draft teaching statement
    • Create a profile on the the California Community College Registry Attend department meeting & academic senate meeting Conduct informational interviews with two additional community college faculty
    • Internship commitment of at least two quarters, with fall quarter required.
    • Submission of an Individual Learning Plan that outlines all required and desired internship activities (e.g., observation hours, reflection assignments, informational interviews, etc.), prepared and reviewed by the intern and community college faculty mentor.
    • Enrollment in two to eight (2-8) units of internship or course credit at home institution per quarter of participation.
    • One-on-one check-in meeting with the CCCIP Coordinator (to take place in the fall quarter.)
    • Attendance at winter and spring quarter online cohort meetings.
    • Submission of post-program evaluations by both the intern and mentor.

    Application Process

    The application for the 2026-27 CCCIP cohort is open! 

    Applications will be reviewed based on perceived benefit participation will have on the applicant’s career goals, clear communication of why the community college setting is ideal for the applicant, and a demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in and outside of the classroom. Students who do not have experience at a community college as a staff or faculty member are encouraged to apply.

    The application will request a variety of information about the applicant, insightful responses to three short-answer questions (max. 1,600 characters), an up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume, and support from their home institution advisor. 

    NOTE: Advisors will be sent a form for them to indicate their support of the applicant after the applicant has submitted their complete application.

    Questions about the CCCIP can be sent to cccip@uci.edu.

  • UCR Ballard Lab Research Study Opportunity
    The Ballard Lab is currently recruiting participants for a new fMRI study!
    This study involves a single in-person appointment at UC Riverside, Center for Advanced Neuroimaging, lasting approximately 3 hours (90 minutes inside the MRI scanner). You will receive $60 in Amazon gift cards after your session as compensation.
    Since the study takes place in an MRI scanner, to be eligible, you must be able to confirm all of the following:
    • NO metal in your body or history of working with metal fragments (e.g., machinist work)
    • NO metallic implants (e.g., pacemakers, aneurysm clips, shrapnel)
    • NO self-reported claustrophobia
    • You are an iPhone user
    • You are a frequent Instagram Reel user
    • You have NOT previously participated in Social Media Use (Study 2) on SONA
    If you meet all the above criteria and are interested in the study, please respond to ucrballardmri@gmail.com with your availability & phone number.
    We’ll go over a more detailed MRI safety screening and schedule your study appointment during the call. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions in the meantime.
    We’re excited about the possibility of working with you—thank you again for your interest!
     

  • Be part of a dissertation research project which focuses on the social support experiences of Latina Ph.D. students to better understand how Latina scholars find and navigate support in both in-person and online spaces, and how their experiences shape their educational journeys. 

    Participants need to:

    • Be at least 18 years old
    • Identify as a woman (regardless of sex assigned at birth)
    • Identify as Latin/a/e/x, Chicana/e/x, or Hispanic
    • Currently in, or recently completed (within the last 2 years), a Ph.D. program in the U.S.

    Participation is completely voluntary and involves completing an online Qualtrics survey (about 45 minutes). All participants are eligible to win one of ten $25 gift cards whether the survey is completed or not. To participate or learn more, please scan the QR code on the attached flyer or click here.

    If you have any questions about the study or eligibility, please contact brincon@ucr.edu.

  • GSA Conference Travel Grants

    The Graduate Student Association (GSA) provides conference travel grants to graduate students in good standing who are currently attending the University of California, Riverside to promote the presentation of original graduate student research done at UC Riverside. 

    Learn More and Apply

  • Want to contribute to research and get paid? Do you enjoy self-reflection and talking about yourself?

    Participate in a paid research study at UCR! Receive $20 for a 2-hour computer task at our on-campus research lab. Must be 18 years or older and a fluent English speaker.

    CLICK HERE to sign up for a study session.

    Please direct all questions to ucr.memorymaps@gmail.com

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  • We are conducting a research study at UC Riverside titled: 

    “Caregiving and Academic Success: Examining the Dual Burdens of Minority Students on  Educational Achievement and Health Outcomes.” 

    The purpose of this study is to better understand the academic, financial, and health-related  challenges faced by undergraduate and graduate students who provide care for an ill, elderly, or  disabled family member, relative, or friend—including caring for children with special needs. By learning about students’ caregiving experiences, we aim to develop resources and inform campus  policies that better support student caregivers. 

    Who Can Participate? 

    • Any current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled at UC Riverside

    • You can participate whether or not you are a caregiver—both caregivers and non caregivers are encouraged to complete the survey 

    What Does Participation Involve? 

    • Completing an online survey about your family responsibilities, health, financial  situation, and academic experiences 

    Time Commitment: 

    • The survey will take approximately 15–20 minutes to complete 

    Compensation: 

    • Participants who complete at least 75% of the required survey items will receive a $10  Amazon e-Gift Card via email as a token of appreciation within two weeks.  

    Voluntary Participation: 

    • Participation is completely voluntary and you may skip questions or stop at any time  without penalty 

    Confidentiality: 

    • Your responses are anonymous and will be kept confidential; no identifying information  will be linked to your answers 

    How to Participate: 

    • To participate, simply click on the link below to access the survey:

    https://ucriverside.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8hMk0rP3BqUBfPo 

    If you have any questions or concerns about the study, please feel free to contact us: 

    • Principal Investigator: Chioun Lee  

    • Graduate Research Assistant: Tania Rodriguez, M.A. 

      • Email: ucr.callalab@gmail.com   

      • Phone: (951) 827-5278 (voicemail only; please leave your name and contact  information for a callback)