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Strengthen Terp Ties at Your Workplace

Your Alumni Association supports thriving Terp communities at workplaces across the nation. Read on for three ways to get involved.

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Terrapins Connect Live: Women at Work

Engage with fellow Terps in your office.

The University of Maryland Alumni Association offers a variety of corporate events, from breakfasts and receptions to student and alumni networking opportunities.

Be the voice of Maryland at your company. Corporate Champions are Terps who create strong connections between the University of Maryland, their company, and fellow alums. As a Corporate Champion, you proudly promote the spirit of Maryland throughout your workplace. Email cfolk@umd.edu to hear more today.

Northrop Grumman Terps Student & Alumni Networking Event

Boost your company's recruitment success by supporting efforts to hire talented Terps.

Your Alumni Association works closely with campus partners to provide the highest level of service to employers and companies who hire Terps, with the overall goal of improving placement outcomes for current students. Here are some ways to boost your company's recruitment success with the next generation of Terp alums in the workforce:

The University Career Center's popular Intern for a Day program connects undergraduate UMD students with professionals, including alums, parents and other partners, for in-person job shadowing or virtual informational interviews, to help students explore potential career fields. Check out a recent Intern for a Day experience.

Represent your company at a University of Maryland Career Fair and meet the next generation of talented Terps.

Terrapins Connect is the University’s virtual platform designed to link Terps worldwide for mentoring, networking and professional opportunities.

  • Participate in the Corporate Mentorship Program
    Share your expertise by mentoring Terps through our corporate mentorship program. Launching in Spring 2025.
  • Post an internship or job opportunity
    Support the Terp community by posting available internships or job opportunities at your company.
Terrapins Connect Live: Terps in Law

Support the University of Maryland by giving back.

Many companies offer matching gift programs. Double your impact by exploring your company's matching gift options today.

Represent your company by joining the Alumni Association and connecting with other Terps.

Participate in company-hosted Days of Service with fellow Terps. Organize events like volunteering to review resumes for current students or hosting on-campus mock interviews to give back to the community. Learn more about Do Good Month.

Find out more about mentorship and volunteer opportunities through the Alumni Association.

Contact Us

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Cara Folk

Director of Alumni Corporate and Industry Engagement

If you would like to get your company more involved with the Alumni Association or connect with a UMD office on campus, reach out to Cara Folk, Director of Corporate and Industry Alumni Engagement.