Join us monthly to gain insights and advice to launch, grow and advance your career.
The UC Alumni Career Network is a high-impact, online series designed to provide UC alumni and community members with the insights, information, and connections to launch, grow and expand your career opportunities.
Each month we’ll tackle a different career topic by providing you with insider tips and advice to help you make the most of your UC network. Join us online to gain the latest information and to ask questions relevant to your own professional journey.
Get involved
This volunteer-driven career education series is made possible by generous UC alumni like you. We invite you to participate in a future event or share your suggestions for future topics.
Continuing your education: Graduate school, certificate and online programs
This in-depth discussion features three UC alumni who dive into continuing education opportunities, questions you need to answer to determine what programs are right for you and advice on preparing for your next steps.
February 19, 2020
Leadership Insights: Moving up in your career
Looking to advance in your career? Gain insights on what it takes to make the move from independent contributor to leading a team or advance from mid-level management to senior leadership roles, strategies to help you prepare for the next step, and insights into the distinct challenges senior leaders face.
January 30, 2020
Navigating career transition
Navigating career transition can be a daunting task filled with complex questions and uncertainty. This webinar offers actionable tips and insights to help you prepare for a career pivot or job change.
Additional resources to help you navigate your career pivot
November 20, 2019
Discovering a Meaningful 2nd Act Career
A conversation about combining your passion with a purpose you care about, and transitioning careers or applying your skills and expertise towards a more meaningful avenue.
10 tips for a meaningful 2nd act career
October 23, 2019
Insider Insights from Career Coaches & Executive Recruiters
UC alumni working as career coaches and executive recruiters share tangible tips to help you advance, expand, and stay relevant in today’s workforce.
October 18, 2019
Unleashing the power of LinkedIn
Executive Coach Robin Reshwan (UC Davis '92) shares her insights on leveraging LinkedIn to advance your career.
September 10, 2019
Leveraging your UC Network
Cal alumnus Oscar Garcia shares his tips on authentic networking strategies.
August 21, 2019
Marketing your PhD for a non-academic career
Three UC PhD alumni share advice on how they transitioned from academia to consulting, government and non-profit careers.
July 9, 2019
LGBTQ @ Work
A transparent, e-conversation around LGBTQ and the workplace with tips on how to navigate the intersections of identity and work.
Gain insights from alumna Krystianne Avedian
June 12, 2019
Culture and Career
A discussion on how culture comes into play in the workplace and how workplace culture impacts productivity, mobility, and success.
May 8, 2019
Tips for Career Fair Success and Effective Networking
Learn how to effectively work a room and develop a compelling ‘elevator pitch’ to wow employers.
April 18, 2019
Career Design and Crafting a Stand-out Resume
Gain clarity on what you want from the next phase of your career by distilling your core strengths and competencies.
April 16, 2019
Careers with the University of California
Learn the hiring process, what it’s like to work at UC, and how you can put your best foot forward as a candidate.
April 9, 2019
Unique ways to use your Humanities degree
Alumni share advice on how to market and position your undergraduate or graduate degree.
March 5, 2019
Flex jobs, remote work and the gig economy
Learn more about flex jobs, working remotely and career opportunities tied to the gig economy.
February 13, 2019
Navigating the Job Search
UC alumni provide an in-depth look at the hiring process and what happens after you click “submit.”
January 15, 2019