Career Resources and Services for UCI and UC Alumni

The UCI Division of Career Pathways offers a variety of career services and resources to support UCI and UC alumni post graduation. Explore the benefits available to you based on your graduation date.

Free Resources Available to All Alumni (All Graduation Years)

Regardless of graduation year, all alumni can access the following for free:

Services Available by Graduation Year

Free Services for UCI Alumni (Up to 1 Year After Graduation)

Recent UCI graduates (up to 1 year after graduation) receive the following additional benefits to those above at no cost:

Note: UC graduates from institutions other than UCI must purchase the Handshake + Career Fairs package immediately after graduation. See below.

For additional services such as career counseling and workshops, explore the Alumni ONE-PASS package option below.

Paid Services for UCI and UC Alumni 1-3 Years After Graduation

Handshake + Career Fairs Access

If you graduated between 1-3 years ago and are interested in accessing Handshake job and internship listings and/or our Career Fairs, you can purchase a Handshake + Career Fairs package:

Handshake + Career Fairs Package Includes:

  • Handshake Job & Internship Postings – 6 months of access.
  • Career Fairs – 6 months of access.
  • All free resources available to all alumni (listed above).

The Handshake + Career Fairs package includes 6 months of access to both Handshake job and internship listings as well as access to our career fairs.

Pricing:

  • UCI Alumni (1-3 Years Post-Graduation): $20 for 6 months of access.
  • Other UC Alumni (Starting at Graduation): $40 for 6 months of access. Proof of graduation required (e.g., diploma or final transcript). Email documentation to career@uci.edu.

Purchase Handshake + Career Fairs Package

Important Note:

The Handshake + Career Fairs package is valid for 6 months and can be purchased multiple times per alumnus and renewed as needed. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing.

Alumni ONE-PASS

If you graduated between 1-3 years ago and are looking for a 1:1 career counseling session along with Handshake + Career Fair access, the Alumni ONE-PASS provides a comprehensive service package:

Alumni ONE-PASS Package Includes:

  • One Career Counseling Session (1-hour, virtual or in-person appointment during our regular operating hours)
    • Choose one topic:
      • Resume & Cover Letter Review
      • Job Search Strategy
      • Graduate School Planning
      • Career Decision Making
    • Please note: This does not include access to in-person or virtual drop-ins. Drop-ins are exclusive to current UCI students only.
  • Handshake Job & Internship Postings – 6 months of access.
  • Career Fairs – 6 months of access.
  • Big Interview Access – Virtual interview preparation tool.
  • Access to Employer Info Sessions & Workshops – 6 months.
  • All free resources available to all alumni (listed above).

Pricing:

  • UCI Alumni (1-3 Years Post-Graduation): $50 for 6 months of access (or $40 for verified UCI Alumni Association members)
  • Other UC Alumni (Starting at Graduation): $75 for 6 months of access. Proof of graduation required (e.g., diploma or final transcript). Email documentation to career@uci.edu.

Purchase Alumni ONE-PASS Package

Important Note:

The Alumni ONE-PASS is valid for 6 months and can only be purchased once per alumnus. It cannot be renewed after expiration. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing. View Alumni ONE-PASS Terms and Conditions.

Recommended Options for Alumni More Than 3 Years After Graduation

If you graduated more than three years ago and are seeking career support, please refer to the recommended options below:

Additional Career Resources

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Career Resources

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