Alum & Career Connections
LinkedIn Alum Connections
- Students should explore career services through the Cornell Career Services and CALS Career Development Center.
Alum Talks
The Communication Department is looking for communication alums to speak to current students in the fall 2024 semester, primarily from September to November. Talks can be in person or virtual. We welcome both recent graduates and longtime professionals.
Young Alum Mentoring (YAM)
Each fall, Cornell Communication alums connect with current students through Young Alum Mentoring. During this event, students meet young alums from a variety of careers to learn about internships, the job application process, and future careers. Date is TBA.
COMMConnect, See your degree in action
Each spring, Communication Advisory Board members and other alums visit campus to engage with and inspire Communication students. During this event, they meet with students in small groups to discuss job search processes and the state of the field. Other events include panel presentations, live podcasting, and workshops. COMMConnect is a wonderful opportunity for Communication students to connect with leaders in the field.
NYCOMM Seminar & Networking Trip
In fall 2024, the Department of Communication is offering NYCOMM, a 7-week seminar culminating in a trip to New York City. During the trip, students will tour leading media, public relations, news, and film organizations while interacting with some of the top leaders of each field, who just happen to be Cornell alums. Learn the details of the NYCOMM networking trip.
Cornell Handshake
Cornell Handshake connects students with alums in order to learn about various careers. Interested Alums can add themselves or their company to this program.
CALS Alumni Affairs and Development
The Office of Alumni Affairs and Development provides lifelong involvement opportunities that are relevant, and meaningful, and foster pride and loyalty among nearly 50,000 CALS alums. CALS enjoys a dedicated alum population that supports the college by engaging with students, volunteering, making gifts, recruiting future employees, and myriad other activities. Visit the CALS Alumni Affairs and Development office if you have additional questions.
CALS Alumni Mentor Network
Use the CALS Alumni Mentor Network to connect with Cornell alums around the world. Search by keyword to find someone in the area that you are interested in learning more about and then connect. Check out videos of past events on the Department of Communication youtube page.