Networking

GW provides alumni opportunities to connect with fellow alumni through both virtual and in-person networking programs.

Alumni Industry Networks

GW's Alumni Industry Networks provide alumni with opportunities to connect with fellow alumni in their professional industries through both virtual and in-person events. Whether looking to expand your network in your current profession, or seeking to make connections in a new area of interest, the GW Alumni Industry Networks are a great way to network and stay connected to your alma mater, from wherever you are!

If you are interested in potentially taking on a leadership role with any of the networks as a volunteer, please fill out this form.

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Alumni in Finance

Who you’ll find in the finance network:

Sub-Industries: Banks, Capital Markets, Consumer Finance, Diversified Financial Services, Insurance, Mortgage REIT’s, etc.
Job Titles: Investment Manager, Financial Analyst, Senior Attorney, Wealth Management Advisor
Companies: Goldman Sachs, Freddie Mac, Ernst & Young LLP, JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley

The GW Alumni in Finance Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, this career field. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): private companies and firms, government, law firms, banks, financial services institutions, and consulting companies covering areas such as analytics, wealth management, investment management, financial services, accounting, financial advising, economics, and other areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in this multifaceted industry and related industries.

To sign up for finance network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Healthcare

Who you’ll find in the healthcare network:

Sub-industries: Biotechnology, Healthcare Equipment & Supplies, Healthcare Providers & Services, Healthcare Technology, Life Sciences Tools & Services, Pharmaceuticals

Job Titles: Clinical Psychologist, Chief Operating Officer, Medical Lab Technician

Companies: Kaiser Permanente, Amgen, MedStar Health, Johns Hopkins University Hospital, U.S. Food and Drug Administration

The GW Alumni in Healthcare Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, this career field. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): hospitals, government, the private sector, healthcare consulting, and management covering areas such as medicine, health policy, global health, health and wellness, health research, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in this multifaceted industry.

To sign up for healthcare network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Marketing & Advertising

Who you’ll find in the marketing & advertising network:

Sub-industries: Agencies, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Photography, Social Media

Job Titles: Photographer, Strategist, Creative Director, Web Content Manager, Director of Communications

Companies: Google Inc., Hilton Worldwide, Yahoo Inc., Bloomberg News, Kate Spade New York, Disney ABC Television Group, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide

The GW Alumni in Marketing & Advertising Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, these career fields. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): agencies, private firms, consulting companies, and non-profit companies covering areas such as public relations, graphic design, photography, design, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in these multifaceted industries.

To sign up for marketing & advertising network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Media & Communications

Who you’ll find in the media & communications network:

Sub-industries: Digital, Print, Television, Mobile and Radio Production, Telecommunications Equipment and Services, Mass Communications

Job Titles: Media Relations Specialist, Multimedia Producer, Animator, Freelancer, Talent Agent, Digital Press Secretary, Publicist, Senior Graphic Designer, Reporter

Companies: NBC Universal Media, US Department of State, ESPN, Fox Television, National Geographic Society, The Washington Post

The GW Alumni in Media & Communications Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, these career fields. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): agencies, reporters, freelancers, government, production companies, private firms, consulting companies, and non-profit companies covering areas such as entertainment production, journalism, social media/digital strategy and communications, media relations, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in these multifaceted industries.

To sign up for media & communications network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Politics & Government

Who you’ll find in the politics & government network:

Sub-industries: Energy, Public Security, Politics, Human & Social Services, Finance & Treasury, Public Transport, Infrastructure, Education Policy

Job Titles: National Policy Director, Researcher, Lecturer, Senior Community Development Analyst, Foreign Service Officer, Policy Director, Formal Complaints Manager

Companies: FedEx, United States Army, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Defense, Government of Canada, U.S. Coast Guard, Library of Congress, Raytheon, Alzheimer’s Association

The GW Alumni in Politics & Government Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, these career fields. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): congressional/legislative offices, government, think tanks, public service organizations, non-profit organizations, the private sector, and advocacy organizations covering areas such as policy, international affairs, energy, finance, defense, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in these multifaceted industries.

To sign up for politics & government network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Real Estate

Who you’ll find in the real estate network:

Sub-industries: Commercial, Residential, Industrial, REIT, Law

Job Titles: Director of Commercial Leasing, Broker, Realtor, President, Real Estate Attorney, President

Companies: Jones Lang LaSalle, RE/MAX Spectrum, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The GW Alumni in Real Estate Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, this career field. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): residential and commercial real estate companies, government, resorts/leisure centers, law firms, and consulting companies covering areas such as commercial/residential transactions, properties, development, construction, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in this multifaceted industry.

To sign up for real estate network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Retail & Fashion

Who you’ll find in the retail & fashion network:

Sub-industries: Apparel, Footwear, Beauty, Licensing, Manufacturing, Specialty, Luxury, Consumer Products, Accessories, Toys, Grocery

Job Titles: Merchandise Manager, Brand Manager, Account Executive, Designer, Buyer, Planner, Operations Lead, Consultant

Companies: Macy’s, Amazon, Gap, Inc., L’Oreal, ELLE Magazine, Tory Burch, Nike, Starbucks, and PepsiCo

The GW Alumni in Retail & Fashion Industry Network welcomes all alumni currently working in, interested in working in, or working in an industry closely related to the retail, fashion, and consumer products market. This network comprises a diverse group of alumni across companies including (but not limited to): global fashion brands, large retailers, ecommerce companies, consulting firms, beauty companies, and manufacturers across sales, planning, sourcing, supply chain, visual merchandising, marketing, and retail finance. This network also includes many alumni members whose fields directly relate to the retail market.

To sign up for retail & fashion network emails, please fill out the form.

Alumni in Technology

Who you’ll find in the technology network:

Sub-Industries: Communications Equipment, Electronic Equipment, IT Services & Consulting, Internet Software and Services, Software, Technology Hardware, Semiconductors, Office Equipment, Education Technology

Job Titles: Software Developer Engineer, Entrepreneur, Market Analyst, IT Data Security & Compliance Officer, Lab Tech, Business Owner, Patent Counsel

Companies: 3M, Amazon Web Services, Airbnb Inc., Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard Company, GE Aviation, Verizon, Apple, Google, The Boeing Company, IBM

The GW Alumni in Technology Industry Network is open to all alumni who are currently working in, or interested in working in, this career field. This network includes alumni from a wide range of institutions and backgrounds including (but not limited to): government, private sector, and management covering areas such as equipment, IT consulting, hardware and software development/sales, management, and other growing areas of current industry trends. As a member of this network, you will be connected to fellow career professionals involved in this multifaceted industry.

To sign up for technology network emails, please fill out the form.

GW Career Connect

GW Career Connect's Industry Career Network is an online community that enables students to seek career guidance and professional development from alumni, as well as provides alumni an opportunity to network with fellow alumni around fourteen industry areas of interest, including: Finance; Healthcare; Marketing & Advertising; Media & Communications; Politics & Government; Technology; Real Estate; Retail & Fashion; Arts & Design; Consulting; Education; Law & Legal Services; Museum Professionals; and Science & Engineering.

Virtual Networking

Our virtual networking hours enable you to speed-network from wherever you are. Don’t miss these unique opportunities to share your experiences, exchange career tips and build your professional network with alumni from around the world. Look for upcoming virtual networking hours on our alumni events calendar.

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By joining the GW Alumni Association LinkedIn group, you’ll have the chance to network and exchange career advice with more than 37,000 members of the GW community to further your professional connections. You can also search for fellow GW alumni by following the university page and leveraging LinkedIn's robust career insights platform.

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