Gain valuable exposure and experience with leading companies
An Investment in You
Session Dates
Spring 2026: March 30 to June 12
Course code for the Global Career Accelerator
UGRD-198G-001 (CRN: 77260) (Internship)
Benefits of the Global Career Accelerator
Get 4 certifications and verified skills for your resume
Unlock access to an exclusive career network
Build a portfolio of real-world experience with industry-leading companies
Access to coaching and networking events with industry professionals
transparent costs
4 credits
of your UC Riverside tuition
The program may be financial aid eligible.Program cost is billed to your student account.
Intro to Data Analytics
Utilize Excel to compile and review real-world datasets.
Analyze data from real-world case studies fromDoordash,AllBirdsand more.
Receive an Data AnalysisThe Grammysproject certification for your LinkedIn.
Data Visualization with Tableau
Use Tableau to become a data storyteller.
Design visualizations in Tableau that showcase data sets in an easily understandable way.
Receive a Data VisualizationIntelproject certification for your LinkedIn.
Intercultural Competency Skills
Build your emotional intelligence skillset.
Develop listening skills that manage bias.
Receive an Intercultural Skills certification forLinkedIn.
Earn Certifications Upon Completion
Brand Project Spotlight
You'll dive headfirst into a compellingData Analysis project with Intel's Sustainability team:
Apply professional data analysis and visualization techniques in a real-world context.
Navigate intricate sustainability-related business problems.
Craft insightful, data-driven recommendations.
How can data skillsapply to your major?
Sports Analyst
Journalist
Business Strategist
Social Media Specialist
Healthcare Consultant
Financial Analyst
Work with professionals committed to your success.
HEAD OF DATA ANALYTICS
Dr. Robert Alvarez
Data scientist at Intel and NASA and former professor at Santa Clara University, Robert will be your expert guide into the world of data analytics. He’s devoted his professional life to studying and using data to champion holistic changes in a wide array of fields.
HEAD OF LIVE EXPERIENCE
Dr. Lauren Crider
Doctor of Mathematics who conducted research at MIT and passionate educator, Lauren currently works as an analyst and product data scientist at a rad startup. She inspires students of all backgrounds to love working with data - even if they don’t love math as much as she does.
Registration is coming soon!
Get real-world experience and industry certifications, all while earning credit this term.
The program is broken up into LiveLabs and Video Lessons:
LiveLabs are virtual sessions held once a week and conducted over Zoom with your classmates. Attendance of LiveLab each week is required. You can choose your LiveLab times according to your Track of choice. Seats tend to fill up fast. Make sure you reserve your seat quickly to secure your schedule.
Video Lesson are high-quality, pre-recorded videos that can be viewed any time — day or night — but you will need to stay on track with your peers.
When are LiveLabs?
You'll pick one LiveLab option for the semester (applies to all tracks).
Spring 2026 LiveLab Options:
Wednesdays from 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM (America/Los Angeles)
How will I meet my team?
OurLiveLab instructorsandTeam Leadershave dedicated drop-in hours scheduled each week, making it super easy to ask questions to get extra support.
What equipment do I need?
Hardware
Desktop or laptop computer (tablets are not compatible)
Webcam (built-in or external)
High-speed internet connection
Software
Windows: 64-bit with Windows 7 or higher
Mac: 2009 model or later
We will provide all other materials and licensing software.
Do I need to be on campus to take the program?
Nope! The program is fully virtual. You can participate from anywhere.
