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Career Stages and Overview

 

Empowering you to achieve your career goals.

Tap into resources both on campus and within our extensive network of more than 143,000 Highlander alumni. As alumni, you have access to various career services designed to help engage, support, and unite a strong network of successful, influential alumni who can guide you in initiating or advancing your career. Regardless of your career stage, we offer a variety of resources and opportunities tailored to your needs.

Resources by Career Stage

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Mid-Career
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Upcoming Alumni Career Focused Events

 

Overview of Career Services

 

UC Alumni Career Network

Online series designed to provide all UC alumni and community members with the insights, information, and connections to launch, grow, and expand your career opportunities.

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UCR Alumni LinkedIn Group

Connect with nearly 9,000 alumni through LinkedIn. This is a great social platform to interact with alumni in your industry, view job postings, and network.
 

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Alumni Career Coaches

Our professional alumni career coaches are here to assist you. They can help with job searches, industry transitions, and resume updates.
 

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Career Guides and Videos

View step-by-step guides for every stage of the career development process, available to all alumni and students. From building a career, to personal branding and strategic networking, career guides and videos give you modern tools for igniting your career success.

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UCR Career Center

New graduates receive services free for 1 year past graduation

Below are the services the Career Center offers once your 1-year extension has passed:
• Access to Handshake platform free of charge.
• Invited to attend career workshops and job fairs.
• Alumni Association members receive one free resume review.

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Job Postings

Looking to hire fellow Highlanders? Job postings you submit will be posted on the Alumni LinkedIn Group of nearly 9,000 alumni.

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Alumni Owned Businesses

Do you own and operate your own business? Submit it to our alumni-owned business directory and receive a decal to display proudly.

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Industry Alumni Networks

Tech
Highlanders in Tech & Innovation

A dynamic community designed to connect alumni in the technololgy industry. Network with others, share resources, engage in mentorship and stay updated on upcoming webinars, hackathons and more!

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Law
Highlanders in Law

A vibrant community dedicated to connecting and empowering alumni in the legal field. Discuss current legal trends, seek guidance from experienced alumni and stay updated on continued education opportunities!

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Gov
Highlanders in Government and Policy

A dedicated community for alumni working in or passionate about government, public policy and advocacy work! Build a professional network that spans across various sectors of government from Sacramento to D.C.

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Art
Highlanders in Arts and Entertainment

A creative community dedicated to supporting and connecting alumni in the art/entertainment industry. Stay updated on upcoming campus performances, expand your network across the industry, from film to theater!

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