Resources

The Magaram Center is committed to provide our students professionals with opportunities and tools for advancement in the fields of Nutrition and Dietetics and Food Science. The following is a list of the various jobs, scholarships and volunteer opportunities for students and those who meet the qualifications for application for these great sources of professional advancement and career development.

If you would like us to share any resources or opportunities, please contact the Magaram Center at magaram.center@csun.edu.
 

Category Listing

Jobs Available      

Registered Dietitian Consultant

  • Part-Time 
    Responsible for patient care in nutrition assessment/counseling of clients, coordinates Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) workshops, Implements wellness clinic programs and workshops, writes and presents reports related to program or administrative specialty as needed, and performs basic research and statistical analysis. 

Special Meals Production Team Member – Thousand Oaks, CA

  •  Full-Time | The Medical Kitchen (TMK)

TMK is hiring a Special Meals Production Team Member to help prepare and package medically tailored meals for clients with food allergies and dietary restrictions. This role follows strict allergen and food safety protocols while portioning, labeling, and packaging meals.

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of common food allergens
  • Food Handler’s Certification or willingness to obtain (paid by TMK)
  • Ability to follow instructions, work efficiently, lift up to 50 lbs, and stand for long periods
  • Kitchen or food production experience preferred

To see a list of community resources, visit our Nutrition Experts Community Resources page here: https://www.csun.edu/marilyn-magaram-center/nutrition-experts/community-resources

Tips for College Students

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SDFSA 

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Family and Consumer Sciences

  • Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS) encompasses the study of relationships among people and their personal environments, focusing on the impact of physical, biological, and social environments on human behavior and development.
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College of Health and Human Development 

  • Health and Human Development students, faculty, staff, and community work together to improve the quality of life across the lifespan through research, education, and action. Our alumni are in professions that enrich health and well-being, fitness and activity, and living environments for individuals, families, and communities.
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Institute for Sustainability

  • Sustainability is a key priority at California State University, Northridge, integrated into all aspects of the university from operations and infrastructure to outreach, education and research.  CSUN’s 10-year Sustainability Plan lays out our goals and activities in ten different functional areas.  Everyone at the university – administrators, staff, faculty and students – is an integral part of these efforts. We are a proud signatory to Second Nature’s Presidents’ Climate Commitment and are following a Climate Action Plan that will guide us towards climate neutrality by 2040.
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Institute for Community Health and Wellbeing

  • The Institute is a collaborative of campus and community members committed to enhancing the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, organizations and communities within Cal State Northridge’s service region. The primary mission of the Institute is to foster healthful living through community and campus partnerships.
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Southern California Section of the Institute of Food Technologists (SCIFT'S)

  • "To fulfill human needs for a quality food supply through science, technology, and education."
  • For more information visit their website

 

Grants & Scholarships Available:

  • FCS Scholarships 
    • For more information, please click here. 
  • Diversify Dietetics HUM Nutrition Internship Grant
    • For more information, please click here.
  • HSI Research Fellowship from CalPoly Ponoma
    • For more information, please click here.
  • The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Scholarships and Financial Aid 
    The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, through its many association groups, offers a variety of scholarships and educational stipends to individuals pursuing undergraduate and advanced degrees in dietetics or food and nutrition related areas. General scholarship and educational stipend information from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation, the dietetic practice groups and affiliate (state) and district dietetic associations can be accessed from the respective group's information listed on this site.
    • For more information and how to apply, please click here.

Scholarships will appear here as they become available during the semester. Please check back often to find new opportunities.

Internships 

The goal of the MMC Professional Experience Program is to provide real-world experiences for future nutrition professionals so that they may gain knowledge and practice skills.
To find out more about these internships, follow the links below:

Jobs 

  • Marilyn Magaram Center Student Assistant

    • The Student Assistant will be working on various MMC projects and programs. The Student Assistant may work with CSUN students, professionals, and the general public. The Student Assistant is expected to promote an atmosphere of professionalism and to be courteous and helpful to all with whom they have contact. For more information please email magaram.center@csun.edu with your Fall 2025 availability along with your resume. Link to apply

  • Center for Discovery
    • The Diet Technician consults with the Registered Dietitian to ensure implementation of the best standard of nutrition and dietary services. Responsibilities include dietary support, grocery budget allocation, client menu planning, maintaining a clean and well stocked kitchen, cooking and baking as needed, and appropriately discerning between appropriate and inappropriate client eating behaviors. This experience will prepare you to be a Registered Dietitian with hands on experience, learning from dedicated professionals, and work. Click here for more information.

Student Work Opportunities

  • Consulting Nutritional Services (CNS)
    • CNS contracts with the City of Los Angeles, Department of Aging and Los Angeles County Area agency on Aging to provide food safety monitoring, nutrition education, and CalFresh Healthy Living Programs (CFHLP) to Senior’s at congregate Dining Centers. Full job description can be found here. 

Job postings will be announced here as they become available. Please check back often for new, open, and already filled positions.

Academic Resources 

DPD Orientation

    • This is an orientation program for Didactic Program in Dietetics. For additional details on the course, click here.
  • University Library
    • University Library provides relevant collections, transformative information literacy education, innovative physical and virtual spaces, user-focused services, and diverse educational and cultural programming in support of student success, faculty scholarship, staff resource needs, and the greater CSUN community. Click here to go to the library's website.
  • Build Poder
    • BUILD PODER (Building Infrastructure Leading to Diversity; Promoting Opportunities for Diversity in Education and Research, $22M, 2014-2019) is a large undergraduate biomedical research training program, sustained by the formation of a new Health Equity Research and Education (HERE) Center that supports 4 cluster-hired faculty members and postdoctoral scholars in engaging undergraduates in biomedical research. For additional details on the program, click here.
  • Student Success
    • Your success is CSUN’s top priority. Whether this is your first year on campus or you are preparing to graduate, there are people, programs, and initiatives to engage and support you throughout your academic journey and beyond. Explore the wealth of resources available to support students and help them maximize their academic potential and reach their personal and professional goals, click here.

Academic resources will appear here as they become available. Please check back often to find new and upcoming resources.

 

Additional Resources

  • CalFresh Outreach
    • Calfresh Outreach provides application assistance and support for students who wish to apply for Calfresh benefits. For additional details, click here.

Additional resources will appear here as they become available. Please check back often to find new and upcoming resources.

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