Career Resources

As a University of Minnesota graduate, you have valuable career resources available to you, right at your fingertips.

Employment

Handshake- U of M’s online jobs database to help connect students and alumni with employers, volunteer organizations and internships.
U of M Collegiate Career Centers- These centers offer collegiate-specific resources (e.g. coaching, across the U of M. Most University of Minnesota colleges offer career services for 1-2 years after graduation. See your college's career services office for specific information.

Networking

Events- A great way to expand your knowledge and make new connections. From workshops to lectures to networking events, there’s always something going on at the U.
Maroon and Gold Network- UMAA's platform for career advice, networking, and mentorship. Alumni can volunteer online to give career-related advice to current students and fellow alumni. Because career development doesn’t end at graduation, so you can also further leverage the platform by reaching out to fellow alumni for advice that helps your own career.
UMAA LinkedIn Group- UMAA's LinkedIn Group is an easy way to connect with over 31,000 alumni online and grow your professional network.
UMAA Entrepreneur LinkedIn Group- This is a network for alumni and students interested in building connections and sharing ideas around entrepreneurial endeavors.
Collegiate LinkedIn Groups- Many of the U's colleges have their own LinkedIn groups and pages.
UMN International Alumni LinkedIn Group- This network for international alumni and alumni living internationally provides a place for career networking, staying in touch with the U and with other international alumni.

I love the Maroon and Gold Network! More students need to become aware of the great opportunities that can come from making connections with experienced people making their way in the world, especially when they are all from the University of Minnesota.

Shayan Rasouli, Carlson '24

The Maroon and Gold Network has become a huge help for me as I've entered my professional career. It's a very user-friendly platform that makes finding alumni based on the help you need easy. Everyone that I've connected with on the network has been eager and able to help. I'm so thankful that the Alumni Association has created such a community for us!

Jessi Beyer, CLA '19

Don’t worry about asking too many questions or "stupid questions", since those on the Maroon and Gold Network signed themselves up for it and are going to be open to questions and advice-seeking.

Michaela Fogelman, CLA '14, CCAPS '18

It was great to be able to share my experiences with someone who connected with me through the platform. As a recent alumnus, I think being able to share the job searching process and encouraging others to stay positive was a fulfilling aspect of this experience. It was also easy to use the platform.

Meida Surya, CEHD '17

Alumni represent a wealth of knowledge, have walked in your shoes, and hold special feelings about our time in Minnesota. I'm currently helping a student who found me on the Maroon and Gold Network with resume preparation.

Raj Melkote, CSE '90

This is a great resource – don’t be timid and take advantage of it. If an experienced professional signed up to connect and provide advice, they have a genuine desire to help (and probably enjoy it too)!

Tim Mayer, Carlson '04

Connecting with alumni as a current student through the Maroon and Gold Network has not only helped me build my network, but has also allowed me to explore different companies and careers that I might not have known about otherwise. This information has been invaluable to me as I’ve begun to search for internships and even look at what I want to do upon graduation.

Maya McDougall, Carlson '21

Gregory was responsive, easy to schedule a time to meet with, and had a lot of valuable insight into nonprofit development and where to start with grant writing.

Sami Heller, CLA '19

I enjoyed meeting with a current student to discuss career paths in the nonprofit sector. It was also a great experience for me, as her questions helped me to reflect on my career experiences and refocus on my goals and passions.

Gregory Gramza, CLA '99, HHH '08

The Maroon and Gold Network is extremely effective in helping our students and alumni make connections and build their social capital. It is particularly useful for first-generation college students who often do not have family or community connections in their career areas of interest.

Jeannie Stumne, Director, CEHD Career Services

Virtual Resources

Gold Mind- Gold Mind is a UMAA virtual resource where you can access University and expert talks on a variety of career topics.
Webinar Series - See conversations with experts on topics that matter to your career and personal life.
Candid Careers- Explore informational videos of alumni talking about their career paths and the impact of their college experience.
University Libraries: Journal Databases- Alumni Association members have access to two University Libraries databases, which contain thousands of academic journals, trade publications, company profiles, market research reports and more.
University Libraries: Researching Employers, Industries, and Career Opportunities: Wondering where to find companies of interest or how to prepare for that interview? Find intelligence on companies, industries, nonprofits, and more with these library resources. Most resources on this guide limit off-campus (remote) access due to vendor requirements, but alumni and others from the community are welcome to visit any UMN-TC library location to use the databases and other resources on this page. The Libraries' Visitor Guide has more information about accessing these materials