About The Event

HireUC Alumni Career Summit – Irvine: Connecting alumni with employers ready to hire The HireUC Alumni Career Summit – Irvine brings together University of California (UC) alumni, graduate students, and doctoral candidates with 75+ employers representing a wide range of industries and career fields. The event welcomes alumni from all 10 UC campuses and is designed to create meaningful connections between talented job seekers and employers actively recruiting. Taking place on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at the UCI Student Center Conference Center, Pacifica Ballroom (311 W. Peltason Drive, Irvine, CA 92697), this complimentary, expo-style career event offers attendees the opportunity to network face-to-face with hiring representatives, explore career opportunities, and build valuable professional connections. Advance registration is required for alumni attendees. Employers benefit from direct access to a pool of 500+ accomplished candidates spanning diverse majors, degrees, industries, and career levels. Employer registration includes a booth display, two recruiter passes, and lunch. Participation is open to all employers—not just UC alumni-owned organizations. Whether you're an alumnus ready for your next chapter or an employer looking for proven talent, the HireUC Alumni Career Summit – Irvine is where it all comes together. Questions? Jeffrey Nortman — jeff@gohiretalent.com Patricia Nguyen, Director of Systemwide Alumni Engagement & Diversity Initiatives — patricia.nguyen@ucop.edu