Are you interested in creating meaningful opportunities for alumni to connect with one another — and with USC?
We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to serve on the boards and councils of several USC alumni groups for one-year terms: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
Many roles can be in a hybrid or remote capacity, making it easy to contribute from anywhere. All that’s needed is a commitment to supporting the Trojan Family through professional, social, cultural, and educational programming for both in-person and virtual audiences.
Ready to make your mark? Submit an application by April 19, 2026 to be considered!
Looking for more information about applying for the 2026-27 USCAA Board of Governors? Click here.
Board Leader Recruitment Open Houses
Want to learn more about what it means to serve in a volunteer leadership role?
Join us for an upcoming virtual Board Leader Recruitment Open House, where you’ll hear more about board responsibilities, time commitment, and available opportunities.
9:00 a.m. (PST)
Virtual Via Zoom
12:00 p.m. (PST)
Virtual Via Zoom
5:00 p.m. (PST)
Virtual Via Zoom
Explore Available Leadership Roles
Volunteer board and council members play an essential role in strengthening alumni connections worldwide. We encourage you to explore the full list of available roles below and consider where your interests and experience can make the greatest impact.
Affinity Networks and Generational Councils
The USC Alumni Association’s affinity and generational programs bring together USC alumni and friends with common interests, experiences and/or backgrounds, strengthening their ties to each other and to the university.
USC APAA Young Alumni Council
USC APAA Young Alumni Council
Join the USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association Young Alumni Council and help plan exciting and dynamic events for your fellow young alumni (those 35 or younger). Being part of the Young Alumni Council also affords the opportunity to build your personal and professional networks among influential alumni leaders.
Connect with USC APAA:
USC Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association
USC Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association
The USC Lambda LGBTQ+ Alumni Association’s mission is to connect alumni to the university and each other in order to create an enriching and supportive community, award scholarships to deserving USC students and promote education and increased visibility for LGBTQ+ students and alumni.
Connect with USC Lambda:
USC Trojan Women’s Network
USC Trojan Women’s Network
Thee Trojan Women’s Network (USC TWN) engages ambitious alumnae who are interested in personal and professional development, as well as in giving back to the university. Board members host multiple events throughout the year to engage alumnae and raise funds for student scholarships. Through networking events, workshops, and fundraising efforts for student scholarships, this community of trailblazing women is committed to strengthening the Trojan legacy.
Ready to connect with inspiring Trojans and give back? Join USC TWN!
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USC Black Alumni Council
USC Black Alumni Association
Founded in 1976 by Rev. Dr. Thomas Kilgore Jr., the USC Black Alumni Association (BAA) is a leadership network established to strengthen the legacy of educational attainment and excellence of USC’s students. The BAA provides scholarship assistance, career mentoring and cultural advocacy through alumni networking, volunteer involvement, philanthropy and social enterprise.
Connect with USC BAA:
USC Young Alumni Council
USC Young Alumni Council
The mission of the Young Alumni Council is to advise the USC Alumni Association and the University of Southern California on ideas for engaging USC recently graduated alumni, 35 and under, through professional networking, social, and cultural events.
The Young Alumni Council operates as an advisory council connecting this generation of alumni to each other and the university.
Connect with USC Young Alumni:
USC Alumni Veterans Network
USC Alumni Veterans Network
The USC Alumni Veterans Network (USCAVN) strengthens the community of Trojan veterans through social, educational and service-oriented engagement opportunities. The Alumni Veterans Network is open to all USC alumni who are veterans.
Join the USC AVN strengthening our Trojan legacy and supporting each other!
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Industry Networks
Alumni Industry Networks connect alumni within a shared profession or area of interest.
USC Alumni Entrepreneurs Network
Entrepreneurs Network
The USC Alumni Entrepreneurs Network (AEN) is open to alumni from any USC degree program who own a start-up or work for one; are considering entrepreneurial opportunities outside their current occupation; or are venture capitalists seeking innovative ideas. The network enhances Trojan ties through social, educational and professional-development programming.
Ready to ignite your next venture? Join AEN!
Connect with USC AEN:
USC Alumni Real Estate Network
Real Estate Network
The USC Alumni Association Real Estate Network (USC AREN) is designed to connect Trojans who work in all aspects of the real estate sector, from residential, commercial and industrial real estate to the land use industry. This network strengthens ties between real estate alumni through social, educational and career-oriented events. Network events feature alumni experts and address emerging trends and current matters in real estate.
Strengthen your Trojan ties and elevate your real estate game with USC AREN!
Connect with USC AREN:
USC Trojan Entertainment Network
Trojan Entertainment Network
Lights, camera, Trojans! 🎬 The Trojan Entertainment Network (TEN) strengthens ties between alumni working in entertainment through engaging programming and networking opportunities. TEN brings together its thousands of members from a variety of media professions to build an entertainment community among Trojans.
Join TEN and take your entertainment career to the next level!
Connect with USC TEN:
USC Trojan Sustainability Network
Trojan Sustainability Network
The Trojan Sustainability Network (USC TSN) is committed to amplifying, educating, empowering, and inspiring sustainability across the USC community and beyond. Whether you’re passionate about green innovation, environmental justice, or making a difference in your community, this network connects like-minded Trojans ready to lead the charge for a better planet.
Join USC TSN and be part of the movement! ! 🌍
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Commitment and Roles
All alumni volunteers serving on committees and advisory groups must commit up to 2 hours per month for general business and meetings— and up to 6 hours per month before a major event or program. Alumni volunteers serve as ambassadors, advisors and supporters of the USC Alumni Association.
Ambassador: As an alumni ambassador, you volunteer as an extension of the university and promote the university within your Trojan network. To stay up-to-date on university initiatives and leadership development, all committee members must attend the annual Alumni Leadership Conference.
Advisor: As an advisor, you will work closely with your USCAA staff liaison to collaborate on how to expand the impact of the Trojan Family, lifelong and worldwide.
Supporter: As a supporter, you understand that philanthropy is essential to moving the university forward. We ask that all volunteers make an annual gift in any amount to the USC school or program of their choice.
Questions? Contact Kayla Albano, Director of Volunteer Experience, at kayla.albano@usc.edu.