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Networking & Informational Interviewing
Networking is the most important part of your job search. More than 80% of all jobs are found through networking, so it is critical that you develop and use this skill. It is one you will use throughout your life.
Open your conversations with a question that ANYONE can say “YES!” to: Would you share your experience? Would you be willing to give me some advice? For more ideas about how to network, go to our Networking Etiquette and Informational Interviewing guides.
Use Networking To
- Explore careers, research industries, companies and specific jobs
- Build a community of people with whom you share professional interests
- Uncover job leads
Sources for your Network
- Family, friends, neighbors, acquaintances, faculty, advisers, fellow students, coworkers
- Professional organizations in your field. To find professional organizations, try the ASAE.
- ARE YOU LINKEDIn? LinkedIn is THE premiere professional networking site. Join for free and start connecting. See our LinkedIn page or join the Career Services group and attend a LinkedIn 101 to learn how to create and build your profile.
- HuskyNation – There are more than 150,000 alumni who would love to help a fellow Husky. Juniors and Seniors can search alumni on the HuskyNation tab of myNEU, and alumni can use the Alumni Directory.
What Is An Informational Interview?
An informational interview is a meeting with a professional in your areas/companies of interest, in which you ask them questions regarding their occupation and industry. It is an excellent way to research jobs and get personal insight from an industry expert.