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Are you looking to break into the tech industry? Join us at Northeastern University's Break Into Tech events to discover how you can kickstart your tech career—no prior tech experience required!
Northeastern University launched the Align master's program to provide a pathway to a master's degree in computer science, data science, and cybersecurity for people with a bachelor's degree in a nontechnical field. Align students come from over 150 undergraduate backgrounds, with many of them starting their tech journey outside of STEM. If they can do it, so can you!
Whether you're new to tech or already have tech experience and want to advance your career with a graduate degree, you're welcome here! Join us at our events and socials to meet and connect with current students and others who share similar goals in the tech industry. You'll also have the chance to learn more about how Northeastern's programs can help you take the next step toward a thriving career in tech.
We'll be sharing in-person events throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Irvine, and San Diego, where complimentary refreshments and appetizers are provided! Note these in-person events primarily focus on the Align program. We'll also post virtual events that are open to everyone, with some applicable to those already with a degree/experience in tech.
We can't wait to see you at our next Break into Tech event in SoCal!
Check out all the other events Khoury College has to offer, including webinars and more, at: https://www.khoury.northeastern.edu/events/
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Northeastern University's BiT Social: Coffee & Conversations UC Irvine
UC Irvine Student Center, A311 Student Center,, Irvine, CA, USCoffee & Conversation at UC Irvine
Explore Computing Graduate Programs with Northeastern UniversityCurious about advancing your career in computer science? At Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences, we believe computer science is for everyone—with the power to create meaningful change in the world.
Our graduate programs are designed to meet you where you are, offering flexible pathways grounded in rigor, real-world experience, and collaboration with industry and community partners driving innovation in tech.
Join us for Coffee & Conversation at UC Irvine Student Center to meet the Khoury College team and learn how our graduate programs can help you take the next step. Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise or pivot into the tech field, we’ll help you explore the options that best fit your goals.
Register now and grab a cup of coffee on us to start the conversation about your future in computing.
Please register through Khoury College's RSVP page at this link:
Registration Link:
https://enroll.northeastern.edu/register/Coffee&Convos_UCI
For the "How did you hear about this event?" question, we'd love it if you mentioned Meetup.Date/Time:
Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM until 01:30 PM PDTLocation:
Starbucks at Student Center
311 West Peltason Drive
Irvine, CA 92697-0001
United StatesQuestions? Email p.allen@northeastern.edu
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Past events
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