UCLA Bruin Network Program – Winter 2026

Are you a UCLA Extension student looking to build your professional network? Or maybe you’ve tried networking before but want to strengthen your skills?

Introducing the UCLA Bruin Network Program—a brand-new 5-part professional development series launching Winter 2026 Quarter! Hosted by the UCLA Career Center, Graduate Career Services, and UCLA Extension, this pilot program is part of our commitment to expanding access and career readiness resources through the 2025–2026 UCLA HSI Fellowship.

Why join?

• Learn the basics of networking, professional branding, and career communication
• Build confidence, community, and real connections across UCLA cohorts
• Gain practical skills to kickstart your career journey

Who can apply?

• Current UCLA Extension students
• Recent UCLA Extension alumni (within 6 months of program completion)

Apply Now!
Application Link: Bruin Network Program Application Form
Deadline: December 7, 2025

Join us for a program Info Session to learn more:
Date: 12/2/2025 at 11AM
Link: https://ucla.zoom.us/j/94485579627?pwd=u65TlJzKfeAByA5PeGa8IOQ6qWy2QP.1

Program Schedule – Winter 2026

• Orientation & Kick-off with all Cohorts: Tuesday 1/13/26 | 6-7 PM | UCLA Campus
• Workshop #1: Networking, Professional Brand & Elevator Pitch | Tuesday 1/27/25 | 6-7 PM | Zoom
• Panel Session: Virtual Panel with all Cohorts | Tuesday 2/10/26 | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM | Zoom
• Workshop #2: LinkedIn & Informational Interviews | Tuesday 2/17/26 | 11 am – 12 PM | Zoom
• Program Wrap Up: Networking Event & Mixer | Tuesday, 3/3/26 | 6-7 PM | UCLA Campus