UNC Career Center partners with UNC donors and the Office of Scholarships & Student Aid to provide funding support to students participating in professional development experiences such as internships, professional conferences, networking events and more. There are other departments that offer funding as well. Embark Carolina offers funding for those seeking access to global experiences, and the Honors Carolina Fellowship helps students who want to conduct research in Chapel Hill or create their own unique learning experience and travel the world. Additionally, the Carolina Covenant Professional Development Grant and International Student’s office within the Office of Scholarships & Student Aid offer support.
Styled for Success
Styled for Success provides funding (up to $700) for professional attire to UNC juniors and seniors receiving need-based financial aid and actively involved in an internship or job search. This legacy fund reimburses students for their investment in professional attire. Preference will be given to those with a FAFSA on file with the Office of Scholarships & Student Aid. Funds are awarded only once during your time at UNC, and applications are processed weekly.To qualify for the stipend, please complete the following steps:
- Compile an itemized list of clothing purchased or planned.
- Complete the application, including the Focus 2 assessment .
- Attend orientation.
Join us for the Styled for Success Orientation virtually on Zoom every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 3 PM. This mandatory orientation provides a space to ask questions and understand the stipend requirements.
Marcia Harris UNC Career Services Fund
The Marcia Harris UNC Career Services Travel Fund has been established in honor of Marcia Berger Harris, who served as director of Carolina’s University Career Services from 1982-2009. During her tenure, she mentored thousands of students over her tenure at the University and was a passionate and tireless advocate for student career readiness. UNC-Chapel Hill undergraduate students in all majors can apply for a travel stipend. The stipend can be used to travel domestically to interviews for full-time or internship opportunities, or informal interviews or conferences with specific networking opportunities. Allowable expenses include, but are not limited to, airfare and lodging to and from Chapel Hill or to or from the recipient’s U.S. home. Applications are due April 1, 2025.