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Connecting with employers

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Find a Job or Internship

 

  • Focus your search
  • Set up search alerts
  • Get Organized
  • Network

 

Career Fairs

 

Attending a career fair, in-person or virtual, is a great way to gather information about a wide range of opportunities from various industries. Conversations had with employers can help you learn about different industries, build your networking skills and possibly identify upcoming internship and job openings.

 

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LinkedIn

 

Explore career options, research companies, apply to jobs, find out where MIT alumni work and more. LinkedIn is an important tool that helps you build your online presence, brand and make powerful connections.

 

In person interview

Etiquette

 

Both in-person and written communication with employers are an important part of networking, interviewing and the job and internship offer stage of the recruiting process. The following resources are available to help you make a good professional impression.

 

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Recruiting Guidelines

 

In addition to the following topics, learn about the rights, responsibilities, and ethics of engaging in recruiting activities.

  • Communicating with employers
  • Interviewing
  • Cancellations and no show policy
  • Evaluating offers
  • Negotiating and accepting offers

 

Job and Internship Offers

 

Getting to the job or internship offer stage of the recruiting process is exciting but can also be stressful. We have information and resources to help you manage making a decision that is well thought out, professional, and ultimately the best choice for you.

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Featured Resources

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Professional correspondence guidelines (with samples)

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