Welcome to our virtual space, where alumni can connect, network, and grow professionally. Offering access to job opportunities, industry insights, and career development tools, this community is designed to support our amazing alumni. Stay informed, inspired, and connected as you advance your career.

Did you know our services are available to our new alumni for up to 2 years post-graduation? ELCS supports our early alumni with the below services and resources as they launch their post-graduate careers.

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Resources for Early Alumni (2 years post-graduation)!

Early alumni can schedule a career coaching/advising appointment on the following topics by calling our front desk at 406.243.2022.

  • Resume Review
  • Cover Letter Review
  • Interview Preparation

Handshake is a recruiting platform used by schools across the nation and is the official platform for current University of Montana students and early alumni! 

Log in to Handshake  using your NetID to find your next professional opportunity. If you have any problems getting access, send us an email at elcs@umontana.edu.

Practice your interview skills and get on-demand guidance on a variety of job search topics from the comfort of your own device, any time 24/7. Do a mock interview with industry-specific questions and get optional AI generated feedback. Explore Interview Playbooks for targeted guidance for new grads, career changers, overqualified candidates, and other unique life stages and experiences.

Learn more about Big Interview and log in with your NetID to access the tool. If you have any problems getting access, send us an email at elcs@umontana.edu.

Access free virtual job simulations developed by leading companies to help you test drive careers, gain insights into roles at specific companies, and build skills. Include completion of simulations on your resume to show relevant qualifications for the role you’re seeking.

Learn more about Forage and log in with your NetID to access the tool. If you have any problems getting access, send us an email at elcs@umontana.edu.

Griz Career Network (managed by UM Alumni) connects Grizzlies, both students and alumni, to a vast network with endless career advice, experiences, and opportunities to share. Stay updated on opportunities to connect with other UM alumni and students in support of your career journey.

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Our Outcomes

This page provides a snapshot of University of Montana student career outcomes at graduation. This information is collected from student graduation surveys and public online data sources starting just prior to graduation until 6 months following graduation in accordance with standards set by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

The response rates across years exhibit significant variability.  Data presented may not accurately reflect the characteristics of the entire graduating population.

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  • Starting Salary
  • Experiential Learning Participation
  • Employment Industry
  • Employment Function
  • Employment Locations
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

NACE’s First-Destination Survey captures information regarding how new college graduates fare in their careers within six months of graduation. The annual initiative provides data on the outcomes associated with a college education on a national scale.

Contact & Location

Phone
(406) 243-2022
Address

Aber Hall, 2nd Floor
32 Campus Drive
Missoula, MT 59812

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm