Networking is the process of discovering and making use of connections between people. These network connections can be as informal as talking to your family and friends, or as formal as attending a career event with prospective employers. Networking is useful for gathering information about a certain industry, organization, career path, or skill. Networking is about building relationships with people who can provide information and advice, and may lead to future opportunities. One great networking resource is the MIT Alumni Advisor Hub, an online platform to connect with alumni for career conversations and informational interviews.
MIT’s spring semester kicked off with a flurry of recruitment activity last February. Students seized the chance to network, explore career paths, and connect with top employers at a series of dynamic events on campus.
Spring Career Night 2/28 – CAPD …
Networking may feel a little strange if you are not used to it. Between coffee chats and career fairs, it can feel a bit uncomfortable if you haven’t taken the necessary time to prepare yourself to engage your network. Keep …
An important feature of networking is that it takes time. Here are the steps you may need to follow to grow and develop your network. Keep in mind that there is not one right way to network, so you may …
Tapping into your network can provide plenty of expected and sometimes unexpected benefits. If you approach networking with an open mind, you might get some really tangible benefits that can take your career in new ways. As you approach different …
Probably the easiest way to leverage your network is through conducting an informational interview. An informational interview is an opportunity for you to ask questions of a person to gain insight and information. Informational interviews tend to be short (20-30 …