Are you between jobs or exploring a new career path? Do you have job openings or an internship you would like to post for other Buffs to apply? The Alumni Association in partnership with Career Services offers a multitude of alumni resources specifically for Buffs, including job search and networking strategies, resume and cover letter samples, interviewing tools and much more. Visit the Career Services webpage for more information.
Join our career workshops, events, teleclasses and webinars
Utilize all of the career resources that the Alumni Association and Career Services has to offer!
Whether you are a new professional, changing careers or reentering the workforce, we have events designed to meet your needs. See a complete list of events. Additional events available through Career Buffs (Reactivate your ID by calling 303-492-6541).
Job postings
If you’re searching for a job or considering a career change, browse Career Buffs, which features job postings and events. If you are new to the tool, you will need to get your ID reactivated by calling Career Services at 303-492-6541.
Career Counseling
The world of work is constantly changing as are the needs and goals of today’s workforce. CU is committed to helping alumni manage their career transitions. Lea Alvarado and Donna Lynch are the two Alumni Career Counselors and are available by phone or in person for appointments. The first two sessions are free and each additional session, up to six per year, is $30. Call 303-492-6541 to schedule an appointment.
Lea Alvarado
Alumni Career Program Manager & Career Counselor
Career Services/Alumni Association
About Lea
Lea Alvarado develops career programs and special events and provides one-on-one career counseling to alumni, locally and across the country. She has more than 15 years of career development experience in corporate, nonprofit and university settings as a career counselor, executive recruiter and staffing manager. Lea has worked with adults in transition in both the aerospace and biotechnology industries and also has created programs and services specifically for alumni. She is a trained coach and has a master’s degree in counseling with a specialization in career development. She enjoys helping people develop strategies that will increase their job search success. She is especially passionate about helping individuals shift their perspective in a way that decreases their anxiety and improves their confidence and sense of hope with regard to their job search or career transition.
About Donna
Donna Lynch, MA
Alumni Career Counselor
Career Services/Alumni Association
Donna has more than 20 years of experience counseling diverse individuals in higher education, government, Fortune 500 corporations, global career management firms and private practice. She brings a strong forward-thinking entrepreneurial orientation having developed career management programs coaching adults at all stages in their careers. Donna’s experience serving on executive teams as HR director and employment manager benefits her clients by bringing front-line, real-world credibility, business acumen and insider expertise to her career counseling. She brings the philosophy that each of us is gifted with a unique blend of talents, strengths and passions that are distinctly ours and lead us to best fit and career fulfillment benefiting one and the world of work.
Employers
If you’re an employer, bring Buffs on board with your company by posting job openings and internships. Visit Career Services’ employer page for more information.
Get Involved
We realize many of you are looking for ways to stay connected and contribute to CU. We have plenty of opportunities to get involved, especially in assisting students and alumni with their career exploration and job search. Read more.
