Interviewing and Networking
Interviewing
Job Hunters often make the mistake of working incredibly hard to secure an interview and then neglect to prepare. Preparation is as required for an effective interview.
- Big Interview Practice your interviews virtually
- Watch Career Spots Interviewing Videos
- Dress for Success
Networking Strategies
Networking is the number one strategy for helping students identify job openings and get jobs. Research shows that 85% of job opportunities are never advertised and that informational interviewing and networking can be your key to the “hidden job market”.
What is Informational Interviewing?
An informational interview is just what it sounds like – an interview designed to gather information. It is an opportunity to “test” a career by going to talk to a person who is actually doing the work you would like to do. The purpose is to gain current “insider” information on various aspects of working in the field including typical entry level positions, educational background required, keys to success, typical career paths, work environments, etc. All students and alumni, regardless of the stage of their career development, can benefit from this career-search tool. Review the Guide to Information Interviewing.
LinkedIn is a business-oriented social Networking site. It is an interconnected network of experienced professionals from around the world, representing 170 industries and 200 countries.
- LinkedIn Guide
- LinkedIn Video: Your Career Starts Here
- LinkedIn 101: Using LinkedIn to Land You Dream Job Before You Graduate
- LinkedIn Profile Checklist
- Tips and tricks for students on LinkedIn
Get started:
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Add your Ursinus education to your LinkedIn profile by clicking on the Add to profile button . Members with education on their profile get 7x more views.
- Join Ursinus College Alumni Group on LinkedIn, which connects UC Bears around the world.
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Use LinkedIn Jobs to harness the power of your network to uncover insights such as whom you know at a company, providing you an edge in your job search.
Alumni
Ursinus College alumni are a vital partner in providing opportunities and career advice for our students. We encourage you to consider posting full-time positions and internships with us, serving as an Extern Sponsor, or making yourself available to network with students and other alumni. Email us for additional information.