Career questions tagged networking
How do I get the job?
I am a 2025 Graduate with a degree in Communications and minors in Business, Creative Writing, and Philosophy. Since I graduated, I held small jobs to stay afloat, but nothing that would be good long-term financially. I have struggled through what feels like thousands of unanswered applications and dozens of interviews where I was "a great runner-up". I'm feeling the pressure of needing to pay my bills and build my experience, but I can't seem to get job offers no matter what I do.
If my strengths are reading the room and spreading my words what are two best career choices ?
What are the best careers choices for my strengths, reading the room, and spreading the word, and how would my strengths be included in a specific career and it's basis.
What should I do after graduating college?
I recently got accepted into Notre Dame's Master's of Science in Digital Marketing program, and I have less than a month to decide whether to go or not. I am currently a senior at Eastern Illinois University and work as a creative media intern for the FCS-level Division 1 athletic program. My goal is to work for a college athletic department in marketing, communication, or student-athlete brand development. I don't want to be stuck doing content creation such as video and graphic design forever. I want to work at the Power 4 level eventually. If I went to Notre Dame, I would have to take out at least $50k more in student loans. I likely will be able to be a student intern for Notre Dame athletics social media, which is paid hourly, but I have not found any opportunities that directly help pay tuition. My other path would be applying for entry-level jobs in college athletics or other graduate assistantships, but those opportunities won't really be open for me until around January since I am graduating in May. I understand working in sports, especially college athletics, is all about connections, so I understand how valuable building a network at Notre Dame can be. Especially since my network is mainly just Eastern Illinois, which isn't at the Power 4 level and where I want to end up eventually. Plus I understand having connections with the Mendoza School of Business will be very helpful if I want to work outside of sports.
How do I create my resume to stand out from other applicants? Is my resume at a large disadvantage because I have not worked an internship? What are some of the best ways to network for a niche career path?
Hi, my name is Addy, I am currently a senior at the College of Charleston majoring in Communications and minoring in Arts Management. As excited as I am about my post-grad life, I am just as anxious. I want to work in music PR, although I am unsure if my resume is strong enough. I have worked since I have been 16 but, I have not worked an internship or in a position for my career goals. I also understand that the subfield of PR I would like to work in is more niche; what are good ways to network/ make connections for this career path? Thanks, Addy
How can I stand out when applying for entry-level corporate jobs in New York City if I don't have corporate internship experience?
I'm currently a senior in college majoring in Communication, and I'm hoping to move to New York City after graduation. I'm interested in corporate communications, marketing, and other business-related positions. Most of my work experience has been in retail, so I'm worried about competing with applicants who have already completed corporate internships. What can I do now to make my resume stronger, build connections, and increase my chances of getting hired?
Why might creating connections with people in high school or when you are young in general help in the future? What are some ways where you can meet new people related to what you are interested in? How are you?
What are some ways that we can connect and meet with peers to talk about our interests and build a connection?
How can I stand out when applying for marketing internships at luxury and beauty brands?
I’m a senior at Baruch College majoring in Marketing (3.95 GPA), concentrating in luxury branding and social media strategy. I graduate in December 2027 and I’m applying for Summer 2027 marketing internships at companies like Estée Lauder, L’Oréal, LVMH, and Hermès. I’ve interned at Capri Holdings on Michael Kors social media campaigns, worked in hospitality marketing in Italy and Saudi Arabia, and earned the Inside LVMH certificate. I currently do social media marketing for a growing startup. My long-term goal is to become a marketing manager at a beauty company while building my own drink brand. What helps candidates stand out for these roles? Should I build a portfolio, focus on networking, or learn specific tools like GA4 or Figma? I’d also love advice on how to turn informational chats with employees into referrals.
Would you recommend someone interested in Cyber Security to learn Networking first?
I'm a 16 year old in a High School dual enrollment program at Prince George's County Community College. I want to get into Cyber Security, and I plan to major it later down the line for my undergraduate, but a lot of my research shows that getting into networking, and learning fundamentals in networking is imperative before doing cyber security. I hope to reach out to some professionals in Cyber Security, and I want to ask you, if you were in my position, what would you do to become successful in the Cyber Security industry?
What do recruiters/ employers look for at conferences or career fairs, and how can I make a strong impression?
I’m attending my first NOMAS conference as an architecture student, and I hope to connect with employers and find an internship. I would like to approach the experience with clear goals and break my preparation into manageable steps.
What is the best way to break into finance, especially wealth or asset management, as a college student with no prior finance experience What should I focus on during my last 7 months of school to improve my chances of getting an internship or entry-level position??
How do I break into finance/wealth management with no finance experience? I’m currently 22 finishing my B.S. in Finance & Technology with a 4.0 GPA, and I’m about 7 months away from graduating. I’ve been taking extra courses to move my graduation timeline up from 2029 to 2027 due to family pressure which is making my stress daily. Over the past year, I’ve become much more interested in wealth management, asset management, investing, and financial services, but I’m struggling to get my first real finance-related opportunity. I’ve applied to a lot of internships and entry-level positions, even positions that are entry level banking, but I haven’t been able to land anything yet. I’ve also worked with my school counselor to make my resume as strong as possible based on my experience, so at this point I’m trying to figure out what I should actually be doing differently to break into the industry. For people already working in finance: * What’s the best way to get into finance/wealth management when you don’t have prior finance experience? * How did you get your first finance-related opportunity? * With about 7 months left before graduation, what should I focus on learning or building right now? * Are cold emails/LinkedIn networking with wealth-management firms, RIAs, or investment firms actually effective? * Would it be worth reaching out to smaller firms about internships, part-time positions, or even shadowing opportunities? * What skills or certifications would make me more competitive? (SIE, Excel, financial modeling, investment analysis, etc.) * What entry-level positions would you recommend targeting if my long-term goal is wealth or asset management? * If you were in my position again, what would you do during your final 6–7 months of college to give yourself the best chance of getting into finance? If I’m unable to land something before graduating, I’m also considering pursuing a Master’s in Finance in Fall 2027, potentially back in New York. I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has actually broken into finance, especially wealth management, asset management, investment management, or financial services. If anyone is willing to connect or share advice about breaking into the industry, I’d really appreciate it.
I'm 16 and have nothing going for myself, what should I do?
I finally figured out that I want to major cybersecurity in college. I do believe I would find joy in that career as it uses a mix of networking and security. However, currently I'm unemployed and making no money for myself. Granted, I'm grateful for how I'm living now (I'm well taken care of) and very healthy which I'm grateful for, I lack financially. I've made about 70 applications to fast food chains, grocery stores, and other places in which none of them accepted me (or I didn't hear back from) Do you have any advice?
“What subjects should I become strong in before studying neuroscience”?
I am a high school student interested in neuroscience, AI, and biomedical engineering, but I am still exploring which direction fits me best. I want to build useful skills before university and understand what professionals in these fields actually do. What subjects, skills, projects, experiences, and habits would you recommend me
How can a student learning web development and accounting stand out and secure employment in a severely constrained local economy?
Hello professionals, I am currently a commerce student proactively expanding my skill set by learning web development, including both front-end and full-stack concepts, alongside accounting and business fundamentals. My goal is to build a sustainable career that bridges my knowledge of business operations with practical software solutions. However, I am navigating an extremely challenging economic environment in my region. Local job opportunities in the traditional market are scarce and hyper-competitive, with high unemployment rates and minimal entry-level roles. Additionally, access to mainstream international freelancing platforms and remote work infrastructure is heavily restricted or inaccessible for most students in my area, leaving few direct pathways to earn online or gain formal local experience. Given these systemic barriers and the lack of traditional career entry points, I want to ensure that my self-driven learning leads to tangible outcomes. I would appreciate advice on the following: Alternative Pathways: How can a self-taught student build verifiable experience and credibility when standard local job listings and freelance marketplaces are not viable options? Skill Combination: What specific types of roles, projects, or niche services benefit most from a combined background in commerce, accounting, and web programming? Remote Outreach: What strategic steps can an applicant take to connect directly with international clients, open-source communities, or global companies without relying on traditional freelancing hubs? Portfolio Strategy: What kinds of practical projects can I build to demonstrate value to potential employers despite a lack of formal workplace experience? Thank you for sharing your insight and guidance.
How can I make the best out of networking with people. I'm not a shy person.
I'm a recent graduate whose life goal is to experience people around the world through event proxy brand. I recently got on a call with a big professional and I want to be able to make something out of it do the connection doesn't just pass. #edit: without crossing the line of professionalism
1) What made you choose a career in business, sales, or marketing, and what do you like most about it?
1) What made you choose a career in business, sales, or marketing, and what do you like most about it?
What high school classes should I take if I want to study business in college?
I’m currently in high school and I’m interested in studying business in college. What classes should I take, extracurricular activities should I do, and skills should I develop to prepare for a business major and become a competitive college applicant.
what is the best ways to find business mentors? esp those who are in a financial position that I aspire to be at
I am an absolute wreck when it comes to showing up in networking events. I often times do not know enough to be curious about the other person and how he/she is doing, and ask questions that will lead the attention back to my agenda of seeking someone established as a mentor. How should I best cold approach someone in networking events that I meet at the first time? How can i be strategic about it F2F, or online when I'm going about LinkedIn? I feel that I am very blinded and without a plan, yet I know that stupid action beats perfect inaction.
How do I connect with alumni who had my major?
I'd like to learn what kind of business roles are best for me.
College Applications/Schools List Deciding Career?
Hello I am a rising senior; I am wondering if anybody could give me advice on college applications. I live in Florida and I feel like staying in state would be a reasonable choice especially since it is expensive to go out of state. I want to major in Psychology and become a licensed psychologist. I am almost done completing my associate degree in high school. It would allow less money to pay for college. But I heard by my family that I should at least reach for some big schools out of state but I am unsure whether too. I have a couple listed but wondering if I should not apply for them. I will be applying for all universities in Florida and right now I have UT Austin, University of Georgia, University of Tennessee, Texas A&M, UT Dallas (I choose to put 3 schools in Texas since I really liked the atmosphere and the city there when I visited family). If anybody was in my position during college application season or decided to stay in state in Florida instead. What advice/guidance would you give? Also it would be really helpful if anybody majored in psychology and had any experiences of choosing a school in Florida that helped flourish their career.
What skills and experiences helped you transition from being a technical professional to a leader in AI driven organizations, and what should a student start building today?
I am a final year Computer Science and Business Systems student from India. My interests include AI, healthcare technology, data analytics, research, and entrepreneurship. I have completed internships at ICMR NIE and Menmozhi Technologies and am building AI based solutions for accessible education and healthcare. I hope to pursue graduate studies abroad and would appreciate advice on the technical and leadership skills I should prioritize.
next what i do ?
hi professionals , i am intrested to do defensive security (blue team).To attain job in this field which type of skill I want to learn . Either do any outer certifications or college degree is enough ?? , I found that i had a huge gab between my learning and industry working .Give the right decison to gain knowledge
How can i find a dedicated teammates to help me in my business?
I need expect advice and also I want to learn more in business development and entrepreneurship
Where can I find a mentor in business and life ?
Advice in finances, business, personal relationships. Mistakes I can avoid with your personal wisdom and experince that has came before me. ...........
I have graduated! What now?
Any tips you wish you had known right after you graduated? Job hunting? Or internship hunting for those who have no experience? I have a complete ATS resume and a portfolio.
How can I succeed with connecting with professionals?
I have graduated from Finance study in 2025. Now I am looking for AI data training and want to connect with people who can share experiences with me to help me succeed.
How impactful is networking?
I'm Shiloh, a 7th grader who hopes to pursue a career in aerospace and eventually become an astronaut. Currently I'm building my portfolio to get a scholarship that can boost my career. Students are often encouraged to build strong networks, but it can be difficult to understand the real impact, in aerospace or any related fields, how much do professional relationships influence career opportunities, and in what ways? Are there any opportunities, mentors, internships, jobs, or projects that you likely would not have obtained without the relationships you built along the way?
How to earn money at 13?
Hello there, I was wondering if anyone had any jobs ideas that I can do at age 13, I just want an income to start buying my own stuff such as baking items, useful room items, and much more. Whether it be a corporate job, anyone I can work for, except baking jobs and lawnmower + plant related jobs, anything else would be great!
if my strengths are understanding and hobbies are hanging out what type of careers or industries might best fit me
what other strengths or experiences might i need for the suggested careers?
I'm starting off on a Business Development role. What should I expect and how should I tackle them?
I'm an entry level graduate who landed a job as a Assistant Manager - Business Development. I need to have a clear picture of how I should do my role before taking serious decisions.
How do I get refferals for Co-Ops and Internships I'm applying for?
What’s the best way for students to get referrals for co‑ops or internships? I’m trying to understand how the process usually works and what steps actually make a difference. I've already completed one Co-Op as a financial analyst at TJX, but did that without referrals or networking. Any advice from people who’ve been on either side of the referral process would be really helpful.