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Alumni

Pomona College Alumni Resources

Once a Sagehen, Always a Sagehen!

As an alum, you are welcome and encouraged to use the Career Development Office. Whether you’re exploring a career, interested in graduate school, or seeking assistance with a job search, we are here to help. We also invite you to support current Sagehens by participating in networking events, career panels, and as a mentor via Sagehen Connect!

Connect with a Career Advisor

As an alum you are encouraged to use the CDO as a resource for anything and everything career related. From considering graduate school, to making your next big career step, our advisors are here to help.

Sagehen Connect

Sagehen Connect is Pomona College’s official alumni directory, where students can search and connect with alumni in their areas of interest. The site is free to use, and we encourage you to become a member! You’ll gain access to alumni groups, and can even become a SageCoach – mentoring current students with insider tips and advice.

Recruit Fellow Sagehens

If your organization has openings for paid positions and you would like to recruit on campus or through networking, please reach out to our recruiting team.

Join Chirp & Chat During Alumni Weekend

Annually, Pomona College hosts Alumni Weekend. During that time, the Career Development Office hosts Chirp & Chat, a student and alumni networking mixer. This event connects alumni with students who are interested in meeting with professionals in their areas of interest.

Alumni Stories: David Berkinsky ’19

Story Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Major: Chemistry        

Profession: Ph.D. student in Physical Chemistry

Hometown: Mendham, New Jersey

What are you doing now?

I am currently working on my Ph.D. in physical chemistry at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). I am …

By Leandra La Fon
Leandra La Fon Manager, Communications and Digital Media
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Alumni Career Stories: Emma Sheridan ’21

Story Date: Monday, October 23, 2023

What are you doing now?

I’m a product manager at Microsoft building digital experiences for our commercial customers to manage their Microsoft 365 subscriptions through the admin center. I currently live in Seattle, Washington.

How …

By Leandra La Fon
Leandra La Fon Manager, Communications and Digital Media
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Key Terms to Negotiate in Your Next Executive Job Offer

Successful senior executives like yourself often receive calls from recruiters or are, in any case, sought-after by other companies.

When the right job opportunity comes your way and you become genuinely interested in making a move, what do you do? …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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2 Email Templates for Networking | Template Toolbox

When it comes to introducing yourself to other social-impact professionals, learning about organizations, and ultimately landing your next job, writing a strong networking email is an incredibly useful skill. Even if you aren’t currently job searching, networking is an important …

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What Is Lifelong Learning? (And How to Do it Yourself)

We often equate school with learning — so once we’ve graduated, we’re done, right? While we may not return to lectures and discussion groups, learning is far from over the second we leave high school or college. Embracing lifelong learning, …

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Career Resources

If you think you have encountered a fraudulent job or employer?

Reach out to the Career Development Office at cdo@pomona.edu

For Class Years 2001 to Present, there is already a Handshake account created just for you. Simply:

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Contact & Location

Phone
(909) 621-8144
Address

Alexander Hall
550 N. College Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711

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

The CDO is closed from 12-1pm daily.

Students and alumni are welcome to drop-in Mon. - Fri. from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. Virtual and in-person appointments are also available.