Welcome Back to the Bluff!
The Center for Career Development is excited to offer support and engagement opportunities to our valued alumni. Alumni Job Seekers are welcome to take advantage of our full range of services enjoyed by students, free of charge. Alumni who are looking to support current students can volunteer as an individual or an employer partner. No matter where you are in your career journey, the Center for Career Development is here to support you.
The Center for Career Development is here to serve our alumni free of charge, throughout
their lives. We encourage you to take advantage of the resources and services outlined
below. These appointments allow you a space to refresh your skills in the areas of interviewing
and resume/cover letter review, and discuss strategies related to the job search and networking. You can schedule an appointment with your Career Consultant (virtually or in person) by visiting Handshake. This platform, exclusive for Duquesne students and alumni, allows you the chance to connect with
former classmates, mentor a student, or expand your network to advance your career. Create your free account with LinkedIn credentials or an email address at DukesConnect.com. Schedule a 1:1 career consultation, register for events, and search for jobs, all
in one place! You will need to create an account if you did not have one as a student.
Please call 412.396.6644 with any questions. Big Interview is an on-demand online interview platform allows you to prepare for in person or virtual interviews from the comfort of your
home. You can create your free account with your Duquesne University email address. A wide variety of events and workshops are offered throughout the year. Each one is
focused on enhancing the professional knowledge of our students and alumni. Additionally,
a number of career fairs are offered to assist in the search for full-time and part-time
work. Career Champions are alumni and parents who recognize the talent, skills, and level
of excellence that Duquesne University students possess. DU Career Champions take
an active interest in helping students achieve their career goals.
Join DukesConnect to volunteer time as a mentor or offer advice to current students or fellow alumni.
Additionally, you can enjoy the benefits of this exclusive virtual networking platform
including the member directory to reconnect with former classmates. Contribute to students' professional development through workshops, panel presentations,
networking, and mock interviews. Additionally, you can support your academic school by participating in school-specific events and programs. There are a variety of ways to support Duquesne and more than 1,000 alumni do so each
year as a Duquesne volunteer. “Raise your hand” as a volunteer by completing an interest
form for one or more areas that are of interest to you. When you do so, you’ll be
notified of future opportunities to volunteer via email. Register for those opportunities
that fit your schedule and ability, and pass on those that don’t. If you have questions, please contact the Associate Director of Alumni Career Networks, Martin Black, at blackm1FREEDUQUESNE or Director of Volunteer Programs, Jamie Steel, at steelj2FREEDUQUESNE. As a Duquesne graduate, you know the value that a Duquesne student can bring to your
work place, whether as an intern or fellow employee. We invite you to expand your
Duquesne network and Hire a Duke.Alumni Job Seekers
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