Career Services for Current Students and Alumni

Pursue new career opportunities or learn how to level-up at your current job.

University of Maryland Global Campus's Office of Career Services offers current students and alumni easy access to career-related support and resources. Whether you are a career transitioner, entering the workforce for the first time, or an experienced professional looking to climb the corporate ladder, Career Services can provide you with professional development tools applicable for any stage of your career. E-mail careerservices@umgc.edu, call 240-684-2720, or visit CareerQuest to access your career resources today. Prospective students are eligible for general career planning and career change advising as it relates to potential UMGC studies only.

Career Services for Current Students and Alumni

CareerQuest

Find out about CareerQuest, your hub for job and internship listings, career tools, mentoring, events, and more.

Job and Internship Search

Get advice on landing a new job or internship.

Job Fairs and Career Events

Browse a schedule of employer recruiting events at UMGC.

Career Planning

Get career planning tips from the advisors at UMGC.

Career Services for Employers

Recruiting at UMGC

Source your professional talent needs through UMGC Career Services.

CareerQuest

Find out about CareerQuest, and search for UMGC students and alumni to fill your open positions

Featured Resources

Job Search Websites

Explore links to job search websites recommended by UMGC career advisors.

Federal Job Search

Find out about Federal job hunting and the Federal job application process.

Resume and Cover Letters

Learn how to make your resume and cover letter stand out with these tips.

Interviewing

Find out how to make a great impression at a job interview with tips from UMGC career advisors.

Blog: Explore Your Career Goals

Need an Internship? Think Outside of the Box

Engaging in an internship while going to college is an excellent way to begin to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.

Unlocking Career Opportunities: Navigating the Job Market with CareerQuest and Handshake

CareerQuest and Handshake are at your disposal to streamline the job search process and maximize your network opportunities.

5 Strategies for Turning Rejections into Opportunities

Good news! You can use rejection to drive yourself.

Student and Recent Grad Pathways to Federal Jobs

The Federal Government offers many internship and employment opportunities tailored to individuals at various stages of their academic and professional journey.

6 Unusual Interview Techniques to Watch Out For

Today we’re going to talk about some unconventional and unusual interview techniques that you might come across during your job search.

Dealing with a Second Job Interview: What to Expect and How to Prepare

Here’s what you can expect from a second job interview, as well as how to prepare.

Best Practices for Pre-Interview Social Media Clean-Up

If you have an interview coming up, you’ll want to do some social media cleaning beforehand.

Information Sessions Available at the March 2024 Virtual Career Fair

Register for Information Sessions at UMGC’s Virtual Career Fair to learn about workforce-relevant resources and student support services.

Mentoring

Explore mentoring programs at UMGC and receive assistance with your academic and career goals.

Mentoring

Contact Career Services

E-mail: careerservices@umgc.edu
Phone: 240-684-2720

I am actually getting a promotion because of earning my degree and some of the projects that I've taken on at work through the different skills I've accumulated at UMGC. So that's really exciting.

Shaina L. Master of Business Administration (MBA), Kalamazoo, MI

UMGC did have many job fairs, including virtual job fairs. They have an Alumni Association where you get to meet other alumni throughout the region and also overseas. And you get to meet a lot of the military veterans and active military.

Michael H., Charlotte, NC Master of Business Administration (MBA)

A degree from UMGC can move you up the ladder. UMGC helped me succeed again.

Chris S., Memphis, TN BS in Human Resources Management

Career Services

Pursue new career opportunities or learn how to level-up at your current job.