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Careers and Networking

Get ahead on your professional path.

Mentorship Programs

Find support for every stage of your career, from your first job to your next move.

Our mentorship programs pair accomplished alumni with students and fellow alumni to build meaningful, professional connections. Mentors provide guidance and support as mentees navigate careers, explore new paths, or consider graduate school.

Northwestern Alumni Mentorship Program: Guide fellow alumni or student mentees as they navigate their careers.

Northwestern Externship (NEXT) Program:
 Help students explore new fields by hosting them at your workplace for this annual one-day job-shadowing program.

Mentor Circles: 
Lead a small-group discussion with students or alumni on career or industry topics.

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I think that people maybe don't realize how valuable it is to have a mentor, especially someone who aligns with your career goals, or maybe just your career interest. I think having that insight and kind of insider information about a career is so valuable.”

Sharmel Gibson ’28, mentee

Build Your Career from Anywhere

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Career Webinars

Grow and stay ahead with videos from industry experts covering a range of professional topics on our YouTube channel.

Explore career topics
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Northwestern Intersections Podcast

Listen as alumni share how key experiences shaped their life’s work—and the lessons learned at each intersection along the way.

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Network with Northwestern Alumni

At every stage of your career, Northwestern can help you build genuine, mutually beneficial relationships that open doors.

Meet Alumni in Your Area

Join your local alumni club and get to know Wildcats in your community.