New Grads
Congratulations! You’ve completed your degree, crossed the stage and you’re now officially a university graduate. You’re joining a vibrant, diverse group of 190,000+ Carleton alumni living and working in Canada and around the world. Explore tips, resources and opportunities to help you make the most of your alumni experience.
Let’s Stay in Touch!
Stay in the know — wherever your degree takes you! Update your email, address and legal or chosen name to keep up with alumni benefits, resources and university news and events.
Your Alumni Benefits
Now that you’re a Carleton alum, you have access to exclusive alumni perks! Take advantage of discounts, special offers and continued access to a range of on-campus services.
Attend a Carleton Event
Save the date for Throwback, Carleton’s annual homecoming celebration, and stay tuned for invites to lectures, career fairs, class reunions and more ways to stay connected to campus.
Get Involved
Giving back enriches your alumni experience, builds connections and keeps you engaged with the Carleton community. Explore opportunities to volunteer with your alumni association, at convocation and more.
Your Guide to Life After Graduation
Each year, the Carleton University community proudly watches our newest graduates cross the stage at convocation and begin their next chapter. As you navigate life after graduation, Carleton remains part of your journey.
That’s why we created the New Grad Handbook — a digital guide designed specifically for recent graduates. Inside, you’ll find information about alumni benefits and discounts, lifelong career support, volunteer opportunities and other ways to stay connected to the Carleton community.
Career Services
Figuring out what you want to do with your degree isn’t always linear. As an alum, you have lifelong access to Career Services and a range of resources and supports to help you explore your options. Learn how to articulate and showcase your skills, experiences and accomplishments on your resume, discover career paths that align with your strengths and interests, prepare competitive grad school applications, get tips on job searching during a tough economy and more.
Career Fairs
New grads and alumni are always welcome to attend Carleton’s career fairs and networking events. Update your resume, dress to impress and get ready to network with employers in your field! These events are a great way to stay up to date with today’s hiring practices, learn about job opportunities and explore your career interests. Career Services offers workshops, one-on-one career advising and resources to help you prepare.
New Grad Spotlight
Interviews and conversations with recent Carleton grads who are putting their degrees to work and making their mark.
How Brendan Mannik (BA/25) Found Connection and Inspiration at Carleton
For Brendan Mannik, an Inuk from Nunavut, the path to university wasn’t linear—but it was one filled with community and purpose. After completing a two-year development program at Nunavut Sivuniksavut that prepares youth for…
New Grad Spotlight: Darian Agapay (BA/21)
Hey Darian! How did your classes and extracurriculars at Carleton prepare you for a career in federal and municipal politics? When I came to Ottawa,…
New Grad Spotlight: Graham Bell (BEng/24)
Hey Graham! You just graduated this past spring from Carleton’s Bachelor of Systems and Computer Engineering program. How was your time in the program and…
We want to hear from inspiring new grads like you!
Finishing your degree and heading out into the world is both exciting and daunting. Help inspire confidence in your fellow new grads by sharing your experience and advice for finding a job in your field, choosing grad school or following your passion.