About The Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center
Our Mission:
To empower UCF students to prepare now for what’s next through transformative experiences, personalized guidance, and campus-to-career connections – turning career aspirations into reality..
What We Do
At the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center, career readiness starts early and grows with you. Whether you’re exploring career paths, preparing for internships, planning for graduate or professional school, or getting ready to enter the workforce, we provide the tools and support to help you move forward with confidence.
Why It Matters
Career development can’t be something you wait to think about in your final semester. This journey builds over time, through experiences, connections, and intentional planning.
When you engage early and often, it becomes more than just preparing for a job.
It’s about preparing for lifelong career success.
One Center. Multiple Ways We Support Students.
The Dixon Career Development Center brings together dedicated teams to support every stage of your journey.
The Administration team drives the strategy, operations, and innovation that shape the center’s impact.
Dr. Chanda Torres
Assistant Vice President
Dixon Career Development Center
Michael Aldarondo-Jeffries
Director
Graduate & Professional School Preparation
Lynn Hansen
Director
Career Services
Quynh Dang
Director
Experiential Learning
Explore each area to find the right support for you:
Grad & Prof School Prep
Support for advanced education pathways, from exploration to application
Career Planning
Personalized guidance to explore majors, careers, and career goals
Employer Relations
Connecting students with employers, internships, and job opportunities
Career Education
Infuse career development into curriculum and support services
Lockheed Martin CWEP
Paid, real-world experience alongside your studies
Experiential Learning
Internships and hands-on opportunities to build skills and experience
LOCATIONS
Main Campus
Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center is located on Main Campus, home to more than 220 degree programs and 13 colleges. At Career Services, we offer numerous resources and services to students as they search for the right major or prepare for their job search, while employers enjoy the convenience of interview and conference space to service their recruitment needs.
Downtown Campus
Opened in Fall 2019, the UCF Downtown campus provides innovative education for high-demand fields such as digital media and health information technology. Committed to the students’ success, Career Services offers the unique support and resources you will need. The Career Services office is located on the second floor of UnionWest at Creative Village. Appointments and walk-ins are based on availability and can be scheduled in Handshake. Additionally, all Downtown Career Services events can be found on Handshake as well as on the Downtown Events calendar in the UCF app and online.
Rosen Campus
Located approximately 30 miles from UCF’s main campus, Rosen College is conveniently set in the heart of Orlando’s tourism district, increasing the accessibility of industry guest speakers, mentors, and opportunities to conduct industry research. The campus’ proximity to nearby industry partners provides convenience for students managing classes and internships. Career Services office is located in the Student Services Suite 201 on the second floor. Appointments and walk-ins are based on availability and can be scheduled in Handshake.