Career Services
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Berkeley Journalism’s relationship with you begins during the admissions cycle when we chart a course for your journalism training and your professional vision. Once you matriculate, you become a valued member of our cherished community forever. You may physically study at North Gate Hall for two years, but our commitment to setting you up for success — whether as a journalist or in another role —and providing ongoing networking opportunities around the country will remain throughout your career.
Our Career Services staff plays a critical role in the professional development of our students, using a vast portfolio of influential industry contacts to help buoy careers from day-one. Our prestigious faculty, who serve as your mentors, will also champion your work in the world. We’ll be inviting top employers looking for top talent to meet with you. Our career advisors themselves specialize in journalism and media following successful careers themselves. They know where you want to go. They have been you.
Regardless of what you are doing now or when you left North Gate Hall, please know that you are Berkeley Journalism. You are part of this always dynamic, ever-evolving community.
What Recent Graduates Are Saying...
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![Sarah Cahlan A person with long, dark hair is sitting on red brick stairs, smiling at the camera. They are wearing a navy blue long-sleeve shirt and light blue jeans. The surroundings appear slightly worn, giving a rustic feel to the setting.](https://journalism.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Sarah-Cahlan-square.jpeg)
![Ariel Plotnick, Head Shot A person with short brown hair rests their head on their hand while looking at the camera. They are wearing a black shirt and are seated in front of a neutral-colored wall adorned with a hanging plant. The atmosphere appears relaxed and casual.](https://journalism.berkeley.edu/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Ariel-Plotnick-Head-Shot-300x292-square.jpg)
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Publishing Opportunities
Students first build skills and confidence through the school’s own publications and broadcasts, producing clips and work samples while they study. They are then ready to pursue projects supported by faculty that result in publishable work for major outlets including our partners.
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Year-round professional advice & professional development
Contact Us
Betsy Rate, Director of Career Development
betsyrate@berkeley.edu