We take pride in supporting our alumni and encourage everyone who has studied at Swinburne, no matter where you live in the world and wherever your qualification takes you, to be active and engaged with your Swinburne community. The benefits are many and lifelong.
Here are some of the reasons our alumni get (and stay) involved.
Careers
Mentorship and Guidance
Participate in Swinburne’s mentorship programs where you can connect with experienced professionals in your career area or share your own experience to provide guidance, advice and insights to support other alumni to navigate their career path.
Resume Building
Being an active volunteer demonstrates your commitment, leadership, and community involvement on your resume which can make you stand out to potential employers.
Access to Job Opportunities
Share job postings, internships, and career opportunities within the Swinburne alumni network.
Recognition and Awards
Nominate and be nominated for recognition and to celebrate the contributions of Swinburne Alumni to create a better world.
Access to Resources
Gain access to various University resources such as libraries, research databases and career services that you will find immensely helpful in staying updated with the latest developments in your field.
Professional Development
Participate in workshops, seminars, and webinars that focus on skill-building, career advancement, personal growth that will help keep you up-to-date with developments in your industry.
Lifelong Learning
Benefit from learning and development opportunities through lectures, panel discussions, and educational events, allowing you to stay intellectually engaged and to expand your knowledge beyond your formal education.
Connect
Networking Opportunities
Being part of Swinburne’s alumni community allows you to connect with a diverse group of professionals who share a common educational background, enabling valuable networking opportunities that could help you in your career.
Community Engagement
Stay actively involved in your University and enjoy a sense of belonging and community as you reconnect with former classmates, make new friends, and engage in shared interests and activities.
Access to Events
Receive invitations to special events to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
Global Network
Connect with Swinburne’s worldwide alumni, tapping into a global network of professionals with the potential to open up international opportunities.
Social and Emotional Support
Swinburne’s alumni community can offer social and emotional support during various life stages, from career transitions to personal milestones.
Contribute
Collaborative Projects
Collaborate on new initiatives, inside and beyond your discipline, working with other alumni on projects that have a positive impact on society.
Celebrating Achievements
Swinburne’s alumni programs celebrate the achievements and successes of our thriving global community, providing a platform to share accomplishments and to inspire others.
Create and lead opportunities
Swinburne Alumni are invited to connect and collaborate with us to create opportunities, and lead events, activities, projects or initiatives for collective benefit to help us build a better world, together.
Continued University Involvement
Being part of Swinburne’s alumni community will keep you connected and up-to-date on activities, research, and developments, fostering a lifelong connection with your alma mater.
Give Back
Volunteer Experience and Skill Utilisation
“Give back” by contributing your time, expertise and skills for the betterment of your University and its current student cohort. Volunteering allows you to utilise and enhance your existing skills in areas like mentoring, event planning, guest speaking, leadership, and communication.
Philanthropy and Fundraising
Support Swinburne through giving scholarships, research initiatives, and other philanthropic endeavours that align with your values. Give your time and energy by being a part of fundraising efforts, including initiatives you design and lead.
Personal Fulfillment
Staying connected to Swinburne provides a sense of fulfillment, knowing that you are making a positive impact on the lives of other students, and contributing to the vitality and agency of your alma mater.
Legacy and Tradition
Continue to be part of Swinburne’s legacy and support future generations of Swinburne students.
Opportunities and Benefits
Learn more about the opportunities, benefits, services and offers (including discounts) available to Swinburne Alumni. Every year, we grow, evolve and expand, bringing you new opportunities and extra benefits to being involved.
Mentor and Volunteer
Stay connected and engaged with your alumni networks, register to join your Alumni and Industry Mentoring program and/or to volunteer.
Celebrate Alumni Impact
Recognise the impact of our alumni leaders, learn more about our Alumni Impact Award winners and finalists and read stories of how Swinburne Alumni are coming together to make a better world.
Events Participation and Networking
Expand your horizons at Swinburne events. We host workshops, seminars and public lectures for alumni, industry and general enthusiasts, physically at all campuses and online.
Get in touch
We encourage you to stay involved and invite your active participation. Please reach out to our Alumni team if you have any questions, suggestions, or ideas for engagement.
