Six Ways to Participate in Alumni Career Programming

1.   Sign up for UCLA ONE to connect with the Bruin community.

With 50,000 users,UCLA ONE is an online community of Bruins helping Bruins and includes a usership of students, staff, parents, and alumni. As parents and members of the UCLA community, we welcome you to create a UCLA ONE account to take advantage of career resources and assist other Bruins.

After creating an account, we encourage students to connect with alumni on the platform for career guidance, informational interviews, industry introductions, or advice on resumes and/or cover letters. Alumni and parent users can set their preferences depending on their desired level of involvement and students can contact them directly on UCLA ONE to begin networking.

Is your student looking for a job or internship? The UCLA ONE Job Board is updated daily and has more than 300 posted job and internship opportunities from Bruins looking to hire Bruins. As they approach graduation, the Job Board is a great starting point for students beginning their job search.

Click here to learn more about UCLA ONE and to create a profile. 

2.   Be a part of the Alumni Mentor Program

Four years of undergraduate studies go by quickly, and having the guidance of an alumni mentor can make a tremendous impact on a student’s UCLA experience and career trajectory. The UCLA Alumni Mentor Program connects alumni and current students for a year-long mentorship opportunity. Throughout the program, mentors share their personal and professional experience to help students make the most of their education, prepare for a successful career, and leave a lasting impact on our campus community.

Click here to learn more about the Alumni Mentor Program and how to become a mentor.

3.   Listen to the Bruin Success Podcast for career inspiration.

Hosted by ACE Director, Christian Chavez ‘13, the Bruin Success Podcast welcomes a new UCLA alumnus each episode to discuss their career journey and share their advice for personal and professional success. Highlighting different degree programs and the various careers that follow, the podcast aims to inspire listeners to shape the career they want while illustrating that the path to success is not always linear. 

Click here to browse all podcast episodes. 

4.   Encourage your student to attend career preparation programs and events every year of their UCLA experience.

We believe that all Bruins can, and should, begin preparing for their futures while they are students. Our career preparation programs and events are designed to equip students with the skills to succeed in their professional journey after graduation. Through program advising and mentorship, networking events, panel conversations, and guest speaking opportunities, students can connect with alumni and industry partners to gain insight into specific career fields.

Click here to explore career preparation program opportunities.

Is your student interested in participating in a program, but are not sure what the right fit is for them? Are you interested in volunteering to share your own expertise for a program or event? We are always happy to answer your questions and provide guidance. Connect with our team by email at ace@support.ucla.edu. 

5.   Explore resources from the Alumni Association and UCLA community.

The UCLA Alumni Association website serves as a centralized reference guide for resources, career programming, lifelong learning opportunities, and ways to connect with the worldwide Bruin community. From career guides and new graduate tools, to career development webinars and alumni directories, there is an assortment of helpful information available for both students and working professionals.

The UCLA Career Center offers many resources to students including, but not limited to, career workshops, virtual resume review tools, employer information sessions, and career and internship fairs. We encourage students to take advantage of their offerings early in their UCLA experience.

6.   Connect with the ACE team via social media.

Want to stay up to date on our latest career resources and opportunities? We want to connect with you on social media! Follow the ACE team on Facebook and Instagram (@uclaace).