UPA students on busy urban street corner.
Urban & Public Affairs, MA

Alumni & Careers

Graduates pursue careers that make a difference in nonprofits, government offices, political entities, and the private sector. Career paths include governmental relations and advocacy; nonprofit advocacy and administration; grassroots and community organizing; campaign strategy and management; lobbying; and policy writing.

Join a National Network of Urban & Public Affairs Alumni

Our program benefits greatly from active and engaged alumni across the country who are eager to work with current students. Alumni support students with internships and career seminars, by serving on thesis committees, and by hiring students in permanent jobs following graduation.

David Woo in front of a mural that reads SOMA

David Woo ‘17

From the Bottom Up

Every day is an opportunity to organize and strengthen community power."

David Woo ‘17

Employers

A select list:

  • California Association of Nonprofits
  • California State Assembly Member Marc Levine
  • CalTrans
  • Department of Public Health
  • Latino Community Foundation
  • Office of the Brooklyn Borough President
  • Ohio Democratic Party
  • San Francisco District 7 Supervisor Campaign
  • San Jose Mayor’s Office
  • United Healthcare Workers West
  • Urban Strategies Council
  • World Wildlife Fund

Job Titles

A select list:

  • Campaign Manager
  • Capital Budget and Economic Development Coordinator
  • Communications Specialist
  • Council Policy and Legislative Aide
  • Deputy Director
  • Director of Programs and Policy
  • International Public Policy and Campaign Organizer
  • Regional Organizing Director
  • Senior Field Representative
  • Transportation Planner