Records and Student Services UpdatesWelcome to Week 8! We are officially in the home stretch of the quarter, while also planning for Winter 2027 with course registration running this week. If you have any questions or need additional assistance through this process, feel free to reach out to us at gradengineer@scu.edu, or come by our offices in Heafey 240-243.
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines:
- Mon.-Fri., Nov. 9-13 - Winter 2027 Registration Period
- Mon.-Fri., Nov. 23-27 - Academic Holiday Break. Happy Thanksgiving!
- Fri., Dec. 4 - Fall classes end
- Mon.-Fri., Dec. 7-11 - Fall Final Examinations
All academic dates for Fall 2026 can be found on our Academic Calendar.
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Winter 2027 Course Registration Info:
Winter registration is underway this week: Monday, November 9 - Friday, November 13! As you prepare to register, please resolve any holds and discuss possible courses with your academic advisor. All registration instructions were sent previously week and are available here. Please contact gradengineer@scu.edu with any questions or registration issues. |
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Program of Studies Reminder:
All new MS students entering this fall must submit their Program of Studies (POS) form by November 20. We encourage you to meet with you advisor soon and submit your POS form early to ensure you are prepared to plan for your Winter 2027 courses. MS Fall 2026 graduates must submit a final POS form by November 13. Please see our website for more information.
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Student Feedback:
Do you have any comments, concerns or suggestions about your graduate engineering experience at Santa Clara University? We want to hear them! Feel free to leave feedback anytime. The submissions can take as little as a minute to complete and are anonymous! You can always find the feedback submission area at the bottom of every newsletter and on our Graduate Student Resources website. |
Student Resource SpotlightCareer Center
This week's student resource will be highlighted through common career preparation questions, answered by Myriam Bartz of the Career Center.
What can the Career Center do for graduate students?
"The Career Center equips graduate students with comprehensive professional development tools through our Job Prep Toolkit. A great place to start is the Graduate Students and the International Students Career Guides, which offer a step-by-step roadmap for navigating your career journey and maximizing available resources. The key support and resources include:1-on-1 career coaching that provides personalized guidance on your professional communication strategy including resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn optimization, and behavioral interview preparation. Self-paced tools and on-demand access to curated guides, templates, and industry-specific prep resources. Employer Connections with direct networking opportunities through campus career fairs, industry coffee chats, and recruiter sessions."
What should I consider in building my internship and job search strategy?
"When building your internship and job search, focus on expanding your network, attending campus events, and getting involved in student life. Start building your professional connections by utilizing Bronco Exchange and the LinkedIn Alumni Tool to identify alumni working in roles or companies of interest, then reach out to schedule career conversations. Additionally, plan to attend at least 2–3 career development or recruitment sessions by checking the Career Center and Handshake events pages, alongside the broader university calendar. Finally, join campus student organizations, which serve as an effective way to cultivate community while connecting directly with both alumni and employers."
How do I stand out as a competitive candidate in the search process?
"Achieving success in your job and internship search requires a clear, intentional strategy. For career changers, this begins with identifying transferable skills and effectively translating past professional experience into new contexts. For international students navigating the search on an F-1 visa, the process often includes unique considerations such as identifying employers open to CPT/OPT or sponsorship, navigating a new cultural landscape, and adapting to U.S. workplace norms."
How do I stay motivated in a competitive job market?
"Developing an internship and job search strategy can be stressful, and rejection is a normal part of the process, prioritizing your self-care and well-being is essential. To support your mental health, the Career Center recommends using the S.A.N.E.R. framework: get sleep (7–8 hours daily), maintain a positive attitude, eat nutritious food, exercise often, and lean on a strong support system (establishing supportive relationships) during this time."
How do I get started with a career coach?
"Drop by our weekly Career Advisor Support Hours (CASH) in the Heafy Atrium or SCDI Lobby, or schedule a 30-minute 1-on-1 appointment with a Career Advisor via Handshake. We can help you build an internship and job search strategy tailored to your goals covering resume critiques, LinkedIn optimization, networking tactics, interview preparation, and salary negotiation. Appointments are available virtually on Zoom or in person on the second floor of Locatelli."
Myriam Bartz
Assistant Director of Career Development for Graduate Students and Alumni
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Career Center Connections 
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ENGR. 288 Class: Strategizing your Internship and Job Search Process:
Wednesdays, 5:25-7:15 p.m. on 1/6, 1/13, 1/27, 2/3, and 2/10. This course provides practical tools and strategies to help you succeed in your internship and job search. You’ll assess your strengths, leverage essential job search resources and develop a personalized academic and career plan. Guest panelists will share valuable insights and networking opportunities. Register on Workday! |
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AI Kitchen - Beyond the Prompt: Getting Real Work Done with AI Agents:
What should you hand to AI, and what should you keep for yourself? Come find out this Friday, November 13 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at AI Kitchen! We are hosting Adam Smith from OpenAI, who will show how he works with his AI assistant on real responsibilities, then help you practice deciding what to delegate, verify, and handle yourself.
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Space Environments - Research, Engineering & Testing:
On Tuesday, November 17, the SCU chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics an Astronautics (AIAA) is hosting David Knapp, a research scientist at Lockheed Martin, for a guest presentation titled Space Environments: Research, Engineering & Testing. The presentation will explore aerospace research, engineering, and testing, as well as career opportunities in the industry. Join us from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Bergin Hall 116.
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Noble Machines - Project Engineer Opportunity:
Noble Machines builds multipurpose robots to support human workers in the world’s toughest jobs, turning dangerous work from a necessity into a choice. We are currently hiring for a Project Engineer in Sunnyvale, CA. See the position posting for more information and to apply.
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WAVE HPC Center Workshop:
SLURM is the job scheduler that provides compute resources for users who want to run jobs on the WAVE High Performance Computing Center. This workshop will cover using SLURM for interactive jobs and via batch scripts. Attendees will learn how to request resources, submit jobs, and manage your compute tasks. Register here for location information and contact wavesupport@scu.edu with any questions. |
Upcoming Student Events
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AI Kitchen: Beyond the Prompt - Getting Real Work Done with AI Agents
1:00-3:00 p.m., Benson CA Mission Room
What should you hand to AI, and what should you keep for yourself? Come find out this Friday at AI Kitchen! We are hosting Adam Smith from OpenAI, who will show how he works with his AI assistant on real responsibilities, then help you practice deciding what to delegate, verify, and handle yourself. |
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Bronco Ventures Idea Lab
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., SCDI 2302
Explore entrepreneurship at Bronco Ventures Idea Lab! Join us for a hands-on design thinking workshop. Work with fellow participants to explore customer needs, develop a business idea, and create and present a prototype, with guidance from experienced mentors and successful entrepreneurs. Whether you have an idea or are just getting started, you are welcome to join! Idea Lab is free and open to the SCU community, and lunch will be provided. |
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Space Environments - Research, Engineering & Testing
6:30-7:30 p.m., Bergin Hall 116
The SCU chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics an Astronautics (AIAA) is hosting David Knapp, a research scientist at Lockheed Martin, for a guest presentation titled Space Environments: Research, Engineering & Testing. The presentation will explore aerospace research, engineering, and testing, as well as career opportunities in the industry. |
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WAVE High Performance Computing Center Workshop
12:00-1:00 P.M.
SLURM is the job scheduler that provides compute resources for users who want to run jobs on the WAVE High Performance Computing Center. This workshop will cover using SLURM for interactive jobs and via batch scripts. Attendees will learn how to request resources, submit jobs, and manage your compute tasks. |
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SCU Night w/ Golden State Warriors
8:00 p.m., Chase Center
Our 4th Annual SCU Night with the Golden State Warriors will be on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 vs the Utah Jazz. This is open to all students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, families and supporters of SCU. |
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