The Alumni Resource Center (ARC) is an online career development hub for U.S. citizen ExchangeAlumni. ARC provides ExchangeAlumni with courses, trainings, and other resources to develop professional skills and abilities, market themselves, and explore careers in and outside of public service.
ARC Cohorts
Based on popular request, we are introducing a cohort model, where ExchangeAlumni will be able to access all of the resources during a three-week cohort period. Each cohort is designed to provide a structured and collaborative learning environment, encouraging participants to engage actively with the content and their peers.
To participate in ARC and access its resources, all current users and new registrants must sign up for an active cohort. This ensures that ExchangeAlumni make the most of the platform during the designated cohort timeframe. First time ARC registrants are encouraged to sign up for access here. Once verified as a U.S. ExchangeAlumni, 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. However, individuals who miss the deadline can request an extension by registering for a new cohort.
The cohort model will be fully implemented in ARC starting December 2, 2024. Each cohort will have 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. See the registration form (new registrants) on the right or ARC (past and current users) for more information.
HOW TO ACCESS ARC
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- Sign up: Complete the form on the right side of this page to request access to ARC.
- Verification: Verification of your U.S. citizen ExchangeAlumni status by the Office of Alumni Affairs will be conducted once a month.
- Username and Password: Once accepted, you will receive an email prompting you to create a username and password for ARC and how to navigate the Learning Management System. Here you will gain access to the library with resources.
- Begin Your Course: Due to limited seats, all cohorts will have a deadline where they must complete the use of ARC resources. For an extension, please sign up for a new cohort in ARC and reach out to the ARC team at USAlumni@GlobalTiesUS.org.
ARC COURSES & RESOURCES
- Seize the Advantage: Understanding Non-Competitive Eligibility (NCE): Learn more about NCE and how you can leverage this unique opportunity to apply for federal jobs in this course.
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Exchanges on the Move: Unleashing the Power of Transferable Skills: Learn how you can leverage your transferable skills as a U.S. ExchangeAlumni to shape your personal and professional goals in this online course.
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Applying for CDAF Course: This course is a great overview for alumni interested in applying for the Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund (CDAF) and shares best practices to help strengthen your application.
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Networking Booklet: This resource contains helpful tips on ways to expand your network, set up and prepare for informational interviews, and maintain relationships after the meetings.
QUESTIONS?
View the ARC FAQs page or contact us at USAlumni@GlobalTiesUS.org.
The Alumni Resource Center (ARC) is an online career development hub for U.S. citizen ExchangeAlumni 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.