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Career Pathways Program (CPP)

This FREE VIRTUAL program is available for all San Diego and Imperial County high school students looking for support exploring and planning their career trajectories. Whether you are interested in a community college, university, vocational program, or entering the workforce directly, WE ARE HERE TO HELP!

Enrollment is ongoing.

To be a "CPP Student" there are only 2 requirements:

  1. After the initial interests form, complete the program "Enrollment Form"
  2. Join the Discord Community

Each cycle provides new opportunities for prizes, certificates, and opportunity drawings. 

For more information or if you have additional questions email createcpp@ucsd.edu

Complete the following interests form for further information.

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Program Details

Program Goal

To prepare the workforce of the future through early exposure, knowledge attainment, and enrichment activities that will develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for their particular career path. 

Program Requirements

  • High School student of at least 13 years of age
  • Enrolled in a San Diego or Imperial County High School

Program Industry Areas:

  • Engineering
  • Computing
  • Business
  • Education 
  • Health 

Program curriculum will be provided through a variety of engaging formats including:

  • Virtual Programming through our Discord Community includes:
    • Virtual Advising 
    • Virtual Office Hours
    • Live and Recorded Webinars
    • Industry specific content and themes
    • Virtual Activities
  • In-person "Choosing a Career" events at UC San Diego

Full Program Guidelines Document

"Choosing a Career" Events

Take a look at our past events!

June 18th: Choosing a Career in Engineering, 9am-2pm

June 20th: Choosing a Career in Business, 9am-2pm

Annual Reports