Career questions tagged networking


How does the business program support networking and job placement after graduation?
How does the business program support networking and job placement after graduation?

How can I build connections within the museum industry as a college student?
I'm currently a high school senior planning on attending George Washington University starting in the Fall of 2025, with a major in art history. My dream is to work on creating exhibits for a museum/gallery but I've heard that the field is super competitive and that job opportunities are limited. I want to start networking so that I can find my dream job, but I'm not sure where to start.

How can I find an Electrical Powerline Technology internship?
I have been selected for the Electrical Powerline Technology program starting Fall 2025, and I'll be required to complete an internship in Kansas after my first year. What is the best way to begin networking to increase my chances of securing an internship opportunity in electrical powerline technology?

How do I make connections, network, and connect with people who work in environmental/conservation related fields while I am in high school?
I am a high school senior, starting college in the fall. I am planning on double majoring in BioChemistry and Environmental Studies

How do I expand my network of people to join certain organizations? #Spring25
Hello. I am trying to put myself out there more and network. How do I connect with people who I do not have any immediate connection with?

Where and how can I effectively network with others to open up opportunities in the university, at a lab, and at organizations that align with my goals?
I will be pursuing a Bachelors of Applied Science in Applied Human Nutrition. I would like to secure roles as an assistant researcher and eventually do my own research.

How did you prepare for your future (post-college graduation) What steps did you take to stabilize a career for yourself? What role does someone's university play in providing job/internship opportunities?
I am currently a high school senior graduating from an early college high school.

How do students build a network?
How do students majoring in finance or other business classes build and expand on their network and connections? When is the best time to start, and how? Lastly, when it comes to finding jobs for after graduation, what is the best way to secure a job early on in your professional career?

How can I use connections in the finance world to land a future career?
Senior at Harrison High School in New York Majoring in Finance at Fairfield University

Hello, I am an incoming freshman in college. How should a Mass Communications student approach networking for jobs #Spring25?
Hello, I am an incoming freshman in college. How should a Mass Communications student approach networking for jobs? #Spring25

How can we transform our networking motivation from that of selfish intentions to genuine interest in those around you ?
As a business student, networking is crucial, but I often see people network purely for their own gain- they don't actually care about the people they are talking to, they just want to advance their career. I've found this makes our industry appear quite disingenuous and it is difficult to assess when you've actually made a friend in your field versus when someone wants something from you. How can we approach networking so that we are truly interested in meeting new people, allowing opportunities from connections to arise naturally? How can we balance maintaining integrity in that way with seeking out career growth?

What are the key factors that contribute to making and keeping successful professional networks, in the field of marketing More focused on someone who's just starting off. #spring2025
I'm currently a highschool senior, who is planning on majoring in marketing at Plymouth State University. I have always been interested in the idea of being able to make a career in business while also being able to stay creative.

How can I prepare for an internship in a new field with unfamiliar people? #Spring25
I'm new to the city, this is my first office internship, and I feel anxious. #Spring25

How can I build stronger relationships with professionals already in my network #Spring25?
Hello, I'm a first-year student in college who has had the privilege to meet many great people in the past few months, nonetheless, I am curious how can I build deeper relationships with people I've met? I am happy to hear any advice from others who have been in a similar situation.

How do you start networking with others while in college?
Hello, Im currently a second-year undergrad. My question is how do you get started with networking while in college to ensure you have connections after graduating? Everybody says how important it is but i'm not sure how to start. #Spring25

How can I maximize resources at university to network with companies for internships and jobs?
I am an incoming college freshman, looking to major in civil engineering at UMD.

What is the best way to network as an aspiring graphic designer?
Which organizations or events in NYC are best for meeting other designers?

Are there any platforms besides LinkedIn for professional or academic networking?
Hello! I will be starting university this fall, and I have been using LinkedIn as my primary networking platform. For some context, I plan to attend law school after, so I'm trying to connect with like-minded individuals. To prepare for this journey, I'd like to know which platforms I should explore as I enter the professional world. Are there specific options that cater to pre-law students or individuals looking to network in the law or policy fields? #Spring2025

What is the best way to network yourself throughout colleges to get exposure to your major?
I am planning on going to Indiana University in the Fall of 2025 and I am majoring in Marketing and Sales as a pre-business student. #Spring25

How can I find good internships outside of networking with professors/instructors?
I am pursuing industrial engineering and looking for different ways to find internships. Should career fairs be on my list of options?

How do you network/make connections with college professors in schools with large classroom sizes? #Spring25
I'm a high school senior planning on attending UC Berkeley with film and media studies major! I'd love to work in PR or marketing for the entertainment industry. I've heard that making connections and networking is key to getting jobs in this industry, so I was wondering how I can do that while in college!

What skills can I learn outside of the classroom to make me a stronger applicant?
I am thinking about ways to be a better networker or other methods to demonstrate my general capability as an employee and team member.

What is the most effective way to network and build connections in the business industry?
I'm majoring in accounting and I know networking is a big part of the job. I want to know how people in business find new ways to network with people besides doing the ordinary things.

In your experience, what’s the most effective way to build meaningful connections with others?
I find networking events so intimidating and have no idea how to approach them to begin with.

Music Producers, what are some tips on becoming a music producer?
Preferably about/ Networking, experience building, professional development, and, lastly, work-life balance.

What can I do in college to help pursue and prepare myself for a career neuropsychology?
I'm starting college in Fall of 2025 and want to gain some insight on how I can set myself up to excel in neuropsychology- the profession I plan on going into. What extracurricular work/experience would be recommended to do so?

As a freshman associate student recognizing the critical role of hands-on experience, what strategies can be used to build a strong professional network in communities where victim advocacy is not yet widely acknowledged or supported ?
For students who think ahead, getting an early start can feel overwhelming—especially when resources are limited—but gaining experience as soon as possible is key to building confidence and direction. #Spring25

How can I best network for my future career in college?
I understand communication is vital and key to creating opportunities. So what are the best ways I can network myself in college to develop connections that can set me up for my future career?

How important is networking with fellow students and staff as a business administration major? #Spring25?
I will be pursuing a business administration at UGA in the fall with hopes of going to law school after to be a cooperate lawyer.

How can I get better at networking not just making connections, but actually building meaningful relationships that could be beneficial in the long run? Also, can you suggest any good networking platforms for artists, apart from LinkedIn, that are beginner friendly and great for connecting with like minded creatives?
Thank you so much in advance! I’d truly appreciate any tips or insights you have to share.