As an alum of °µÍø51, you are a valued lifelong part of the °µÍø51 community. Alumni can use many of the Career Center’s resources for life.
Learn about all your alumni benefits and how to give back to °µÍø51 through the .
Career Advising for Alumni
Graduates of degree programs have access to career advising appointments for life. Email the Career Center to schedule an appointment. Note that during high-volume times of year, current student appointments will be prioritized.
Already have a ColumWorks account? and click “Appointments” in the left-side navigation to schedule.
To request a ColumWorks account, complete the . Please allow up to five business days for account creation.
Once logged in, click “Appointments” in the left-side navigation to schedule.- Select type "Alumni Advising and then advisor you want -- check out the list at the top to see their specialties.
- You will be able to choose from in-person and virtual options.
Online Job and Internship Board
Alumni have lifetime access to ColumWorks, our online career management system! This is a tailored listing of creative jobs, internships, fellowships, freelance, volunteer, exhibitions, and many other types of creative opportunities.
Events & Programs
The Career Center hosts career education workshops, industry events, panel discussions, and other special events throughout the year. Alumni are welcome to attend any virtual or in-person event with the exception of certain recruiting events, which will be noted in even descriptions.
View and register for our upcoming events in ColumWorks by clicking on Events in the left-hand navigation bar.
*If you are planning to attend an on-campus event, you must register in advance so that we can ensure you will have access to the building. If you have questions about any upcoming events, please contact careercenter@colum.edu or 312-369-7280.
Resources
The Career Center maintains extensive online resources on a range of career topics. Located on our website, these resources provide 24/7 access to alumni around the world.
Hire from °µÍø51
What better way to give back to your alma mater than to hire a °µÍø51 student or recent grad? We invite alumni to recruit directly from °µÍø51 for internships or job opportunities. Alumni-owned organizations also receive a discount on career fair registrations.
Join the ColumAlum Connect Mentorship Network
Want to mentor a student or fellow alum? Alumni can join the ColumAlum Network to sign up as a mentor or mentee. Share experience, tips, and support with students and recent grads looking to enter your field!
Questions? Contact Alumni Relations at alumni@colum.edu.