Want to help spread the word about Rutgers Giving Days? Check out the online toolkit for tips and suggestions or use your creativity. It’s an easy way to show your scarlet pride during #RUGivingDays.

But getting involved can happen any time of the year.  Whether you donate your time, creativity, or resources, you make a difference—so participate in your unique way! Because amazing things happen when Rutgers alumni offer their time and talent to support academic excellence, our beloved community, and the common good. Check out the opportunities below and sign up for the latest updates on new opportunities by filling out the volunteer interest form.  For more information, visit Ralumni.com/volunteer

• Participate in the free virtual alumni book club and connect with fellow Rutgers alumni and friends. Or consider attending an upcoming event or on-demand via YouTube.

• Join Student-Alumni Career Connect (SACC), an online platform where you can share your academic and professional experiences, tips, and guidance with Rutgers students and alumni.

• Share a student internship or job opportunity by becoming part of the Handshake network, and help the next generation of leaders launch their careers.

• Want to develop scarlet connections through workplace engagement? Or thinking about a new career? Take advantage of the free career resources available to alumni, including Google Career Certificates and Grammarly account.

• Nominate a high-achieving candidate for induction into the Hall of Distinguished Alumni, which recognizes graduates who embody the scarlet forever ideal. These alumni are world-changers, bringing distinction to themselves and Rutgers through professional and civic achievements. https://alumni.rutgers.edu/awards-recognition/distinguished-alumni/

• Share your professional expertise with students and/or alumni as a speaker at an upcoming event or in a classroom. There are in-person or virtual opportunities throughout the year. Sign up to discover more.

• Become an Event Ambassador for the 257th Anniversary Commencement on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at SHI Stadium. Be part of the largest academic event of the year by volunteering as an Ambassador to support the graduates in an up close and personal role. Training, parking, and a gift will be provided to each volunteer. Please note, volunteer assignments will be confirmed by the Commencement office. Details to register https://sims.rutgers.edu/commencement/ambassador.htm

• Connect with Rutgers alumni through a diverse network of Alumni Groups that unite in regions around the country or for a common interest. The volunteers led groups offer an array of opportunities from leadership to attending an event and everything in between.

Schools and organizations across the university make up a vibrant tapestry of volunteer opportunities. Whether you are getting involved for just one day or looking for a year-long opportunity, these campus partners offer great ways to engage with Rutgers students and alumni through mentoring, events, and service. See below for specific campus and program opportunities!