Networking 101: Make Those Connections

Last month we discussed resume maintenance, and now we are moving on to networking. Below you will also find the Career Resources toolbox and upcoming opportunities.

Networking:

What:

Interacting with others who have similar interests or career goals to develop professional contacts.

Why:

• You create a community of long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships

• Access to new opportunities

• Able to exchange ideas

• Mentorships

How:

• Connect with your professors and peers

• Tap into your school's alumni network

• Tap into your school's career resource office

• Professional conferences (a conference opportunity is listed below)

• Professional social media such as LinkedIn

Where to start:

Do not forget your classmates, peers, friends, and family are great starting points when building your network!

Note: It may seem scary reaching out to people and making these connections, but you are more than capable.