Ducks with career and job search insight and industry experience are here for you, offering their perspectives and advice to enhance and inspire you in your career path. Through alumni career profiles and blogs, you can access alumni insiders’ perspective on jobs, organizations, and industries.

Career Profile

July 7, 2015

Modern ideology sets strict standards for starting a career: go to college, get your degree, and get to work. What happens, however, when someone breaks the mold? Alumnus Tim Sellard, BA ’76 has the answer. He is the proof that finding success does not require following someone else’s roadmap—there are options.

Connie Seeley Career Profile

April 2, 2015

Connie Seeley ’92, senior vice president and chief of staff at Oregon Health and Sciences University refutes the stereotypes associated with a career in politics, explains the nature of her field, and shares her focus on making a positive impact.

The Start of a Medical Journey (Dr. Allen pt.1)

March 31, 2015

Former president of the UOAA Board of Directors and Alumnus Dr. Richard Allen ’58 looks back at his career in medicine with no regrets...

Career Profile

November 17, 2014

In the midst of the most recent economic crisis, many recent college graduates struggled to find work. However, alumna Jennifer Lleras ’08 landed her first job in a matter of weeks after graduating. 

Career Profile

November 17, 2014

"You definitely have to pay your dues in this industry, and sometimes go for the jobs you wouldn’t initially seek out. However, I found out that you could be very pleasantly surprised, doing something different and new."

We don’t want our alumni to miss out on our array of webinars. There’s no substitute for meeting in person, but when that’s not possible, or you’ve missed an event, a recording is the next-best thing. Watch these at your convenience, then consider attending a future event!

Beyond the Pond

May 25, 2016

As part of the Life Beyond UO series, this webinar, Beyond the Pond, features three alumni speakers and a professional career coach to share advice on the transistion from college to career for graduating and recently graduated Ducks. The insight is helpful for all!

Ducks in Tech: Live Webinar Broadcast from 942 Olive

May 19, 2016

Hear advice, career stories, and industry insight from three superstar Ducks in Tech while getting a sneak peak at 942 Olive Street.

Duck Insider: Careers in Politics and Public Policy

February 22, 2016

The road to a career in public service can begin at the University of Oregon, go through Washington, DC, and come back west.

Duck Insider at LinkedIn with David Ecker

October 23, 2015

David Ecker BS '09, relationship manager at LinkedIn, shares his insight on how to stand out in the virtual sphere.

Duck Insider: A conversation with Mark Pilkenton '79

January 26, 2015

Mark Pilkenton, Director of Global Brand Culture at Nike and UO Alumni Association Board of Directors Member, will share his experience and insight from working inside Oregon’s best-known company for nearly 35 years.

Both hard and soft skills play equal roles in employment, career success and work-life balance. When seeking the ideal job candidate, employers must consider a diverse set of skills that demonstrate achievements. Whether it's people-oriented skills or analytical data-centered skills, our Duck alumni community is made up professionals eager to share their expertise!

The Duck Career Network is happy partner with volunteers to bring you an ever-growing skill-sharing series, covering a wide range of career topics. Check back often see what's new!

We want to ensure our graduating Ducks are prepared for life after the UO, and our alumni volunteers are here to help. We leverage our alumni as advice givers and storytellers to the benefit of soon-to-be grads. This blog series, completely written by alumni contributors, features a variety of helpful content for students and new graduates. Topics range from setting down roots in a new city to establishing oneself as a professional, from interview and job search tips to the benefits of networking and chapter involvement.