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Career Advising for Alumni
Graduates of degree programs have access to career advising appointments for life. Email the Career Center to schedule an appointment. Note that during high-volume times of year, current student appointments will be prioritized.
Online Job and Internship Board
On June 16, we will be launching ColumWorks, our online career management system! This will replace Handshake as our site for job and internship opportunities, resources, and appointment scheduling. Alumni can search and apply to any relevant positions.
Alumni with active accounts in Handshake will be emailed invitations to join ColumWorks. If you aren't sure or if you do NOT have an active Handshake account, use the link below to request one for ColumWorks.
Events & Programs
The Career Center hosts career education workshops, industry events, panel discussions, and other special events throughout the year. Alumni are welcome to attend any virtual or in-person event with the exception of certain recruiting events, which will be noted in even descriptions.
View and register for our upcoming events in ColumWorks by clicking on Events in the left-hand navigation bar.
*If you are planning to attend an on-campus event, you must register in advance so that we can ensure you will have access to the building. If you have questions about any upcoming events, please contact careercenter@colum.edu or 312-369-7280.
Resources
The Career Center maintains extensive online resources on a range of career topics. Located on our website, these resources provide 24/7 access to alumni around the world.
Hire from Columbia
What better way to give back to your alma mater than to hire a Columbia student or recent grad? We invite alumni to recruit directly from Columbia for internships or job opportunities. Alumni-owned organizations also receive a discount on career fair registrations.
Join the ColumAlum Connect Mentorship Network
Want to mentor a student or fellow alum? Alumni can join the ColumAlum Network to sign up as a mentor or mentee. Share experience, tips, and support with students and recent grads looking to enter your field!
Questions? Contact Alumni Relations at alumni@colum.edu.