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Career Counseling for Alumni

All Emerson alumni can meet with a career counselor for up to three 1-on-1 sessions per calendar year. We cover:

  • Career planning & job search strategy
  • Resume & cover letter review
  • Interview preparation
  • Industry transitions

Schedule an Appointment on Handshake

Just Graduated?

Start strong with support tailored to early-career alumni:

  • Handshake: Find entry-level roles posted by trusted employers
  • 1-on-1 coaching: Strategize your post-grad job search
  • LA & NYC Job Lists: Get industry-specific leads in your city
    • Join NYC Jobs List
    • Email ela_jobopps [at] emerson.edu (ela_jobopps[at]emerson[dot]edu) for weekly L.A. job and career updates

Register for Handshake

Mid-Career or Changing Fields?

We offer support for experienced alumni too—career transitions, leadership moves, or exploring something new.

  • 1-on-1 Career Counseling
  • Emerge: Connect with alumni mentors or offer your expertise
  • Networking Events & Webinars

Connect with a Career Counselor Sign up for Emerge

Tools and Resources

Handshake

Handshake is your go-to career platform. Use it to:

  • Browse job listings
  • Book career appointments
  • Resources and guides for your Career journey

How to Access Emerson’s Handshake Page (for Alumni)

  1. Go to Emerson’s Handshake page and click Sign up here > Student / Alumni.
  2. Use the name the Registrar has on file. If you're unsure, contact them at registrar [at] emerson.edu or 617-824-8660.
  3. Use your personal email, not your .edu email, even if the form asks for it.
  4. After submitting the form, please wait a few days while we confirm your alumni status.
  5. You’ll get a confirmation email from Handshake once you’re approved.
  6. After logging in, you can update your profile, search for jobs and internships, book appointments with Career Services, register for events, and more!

Alumni Stories

Curious to learn more about what other Alumni are doing? Check out our Alumni playlist on YouTube and hear more about alumni experiences on their careers, their time post-grad, and what are some successes they’ve had in their career journey.

Build Your Network with Emerge

Emerge is a career networking platform built just for Emersonians. Use it to:

  • Find or become a mentor
  • Connect with alumni in your industry
  • Browse curated resources and job leads

Join Emerge

Questions?

We’re here to help, no matter your background or career stage. Reach out anytime at careers [at] emerson.edu (careers[at]emerson[dot]edu).