The Alumni Resource Center (ARC) is an online career development hub for U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni. ARC provides Exchange Alumni with courses, trainings, and other resources to develop professional skills and abilities, market themselves, and explore careers in and outside of public service.

Upcoming Events

Webinar: How AI Is Reshaping the Job Search in the Private Sector
Thursday, September 4 from 5:30 -7:00 p.m. ET

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we search for jobs, build professional visibility, and grow careers—but not without questions, myths, and mixed feelings. In this panel-style webinar, U.S. Exchange Alumni share how they have used AI tools, like ChatGPT and features within LinkedIn to navigate job searches, tailor applications, and succeed in the private sector. Panelists will also reflect on the challenges and opportunities AI brings, and how alumni can pair their global experience with digital tools to stand out in a competitive market.

The deadline to register is Thursday, September 4, 12:00 p.m. (noon) ET. *Note: all registrants will undergo a verification process to confirm their U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni status. Please allow some time to allow for this approval process.

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ARC Cohorts

ARC resources are available on a cohort model to provide participants a structured and collaborative learning environment. Each cohort runs for a three-week period.

To access ARC, all current users and new registrants must sign up for an active cohort. First time ARC registrants can request access HERE. Once verified as a U.S. Exchange Alumni, alumni will be given access to ARC. *Note: Access to ARC and enrolling in a cohort may be subject to change due to verifying alumni status*.

In ARC, alumni must sign up for a cohort by the registration deadline. Failure to register for a cohort by the deadline will result in the removal of ARC access. Individuals who miss the deadline can request an extension by registering for a new cohort.

Cohort Registration and Completion Deadlines

Each cohort has a unique number, a registration deadline, and a specific run period. All deadlines are set for 11:59 p.m. ET of the specific date. Once given access to ARC, alumni will be added to the cohort of their choice. If the alumni verification goes past the course run start, alumni will be given the opportunity to access the requested cohort or choose a different cohort.

Current and Upcoming ARC Cohorts

Cohort 13

  • Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 4
  • Course Runs: Monday, September 8 – Tuesday, September 30

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Request ARC Access

Complete the form HERE to request access to ARC.

Questions?

View the ARC FAQs or contact us at USAlumni@GlobalTiesUS.org.

 

How to Access ARC

Joining a cohort for the first time? This guide will help you navigate the registration and verification process, gain access to the platform, and ensure continued engagement with your learning journey. 

  • Sign up: Complete the form on the right side of this page to request access to ARC.
  • Verification: Verification of your U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni status is completed once a month by the Office of Alumni Affairs. If you have not done so, make sure to sign up for the Exchange Alumni website and join the U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni group, as this may assist with expedited verification.
    If alumni are asked to submit additional proof of program completion, please note this may delay their verification and access to ARC. Depending on what cohort you have opted in, you will receive access to a cohort by the start of the cohort.
  • Verification Status: Once your verification has been approved, you will receive an email confirming your status.   
  • Waitlist: due to high registration numbers, alumni may be put on a waitlist and will be notified via email. 
  • Access to ARC: After opting into a cohort, you will be granted ARC access at the start of the cohort. You will receive an email with instructions to create your username and password, along with guidance on navigating the Learning Management System (LMS) and accessing the resource library. 
  • Enroll & Begin Your Course(s): Once given access to ARC, you must enroll and begin the course(s) indicated in your registration. Failure to begin will result in removal from ARC to make space to allow alumni on the waitlist access to the center.  
  • Extension Policy: if you are in need of additional time, make sure to register for the upcoming cohort in order to continue to get access. Failure to register for a new cohort will result in removal from ARC.

ARC Courses & Resources 

A strong career presence in online spaces is essential for professional advancement. Whether preparing for career growth or pivoting into a different sector, this course will provide U.S. Exchange Alumni the opportunity to learn how to showcase their professional identity digitally.

This course shares strategies for standing out to hiring managers, staying visible online using LinkedIn, and leveraging other online tools to assist with employment goals. If you are a U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni who is ready to translate their international experiences into a compelling and career-aligned digital identity, we encourage you to take this course.

 

The Alumni Resource Center (ARC) is an online career development hub for U.S. citizen Exchange Alumni and a part of the Career Connections program family. This portfolio is sponsored and funded by the U.S. Department of State under a cooperative agreement implemented by Global Ties U.S. in partnership with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.