Office of Career Services

For more than 80 years, the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy (formerly USC School of Policy, Planning, and Development) has prepared some of the nation’s most dedicated leaders and connected them with influential organizations that help solve the world’s most complex challenges. As one of the nation’s elite professional schools, the USC Price School delivers graduates who are diverse, driven, and well-equipped to make meaningful contributions to the organizations they serve.

The USC Price School believes that its graduates will make a difference in the world. The Office of Career Services is committed to helping students and alumni achieve this goal.

About Career Services

Key Services:

• Career Advisement – tailored to the individual needs of each student, but typically include:
  • Professional Development Plan Assistance
  • Resume and Cover Letter Reviews
  • Identifying a Targeted Job Search
  • Interview Preparation
  • Networking Skills
• Internship Opportunities
• Employment Postings
• Student Business Cards

Key Programs and Events:

• Public/Non-Profit Career Fair (Fall Semester)
• Professional Mentor Program (Fall Semester)
• Networking Nights (Fall and Spring Semester)
• Employer Information Sessions (Fall and Spring Semester)
• Professional Development Workshops (Fall and Spring Semester)
• Externship Program (Spring Semester)

We encourage you to meet with the USC Price Career Services staff and with a Career Counselor at the USC Career Center for in-depth discussions of your career goals and guidance specifically related to your degree program.

How USC Price students can make an appointment for Career Advisement

Send an email to price.careers@usc.edu with the following information:

• Name
• Student ID Number
• USC email address
• USC Price Degree Program
• Expected Graduation Date
• Contact Phone Number
• Reason for Appointment

Career Services Team

Monica Bray (bio)
Director
Phone: (213) 740-7481
E-mail: mbray@usc.edu

Seema Yedavalli (bio)
Assistant Director
Phone: (213) 740-0533
E-mail: yedavall@usc.edu

Lisa Luna (bio)
Career Services Coordinator
Phone: (213) 740-0546
E-mail: lluna@usc.edu

Zarui Neksalyan (bio)
Student Services Advisor
Phone: (213) 740-8174
E-mail: neksalya@usc.edu

Office Hours

8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Contact Information

Address:
650 Childs Way, RGL 108
Los Angeles, CA 90089

Phone:
(213) 740-0546

Fax:
(213) 740-7573

Email:
price.careers@usc.edu