Did you know that after you have completed one full semester at Bucknell you are officially members of the alumni community? This means you have access to the alumni directory through BucknellConnect.
Beyond career fairs you will have a number of opportunities to connect with employers, alumni, and friends of the university who could be real catalysts to helping you define and launch your career goals.
Everyone has a story but the trick is to actually know what yours is, determine how it is unique and be able to communicate it clearly and confidently. Here’s some advice:
Paul Danenberg ’23 attended the recent exclusive session for Bucknellians to learn how to best use LinkedIn with Ruthie Hertzberg ’13. Here are is tips and takeaways if you couldn’t attend.
Networking requires action and a willingness to share information over time to form a professional contact. It’s estimated that somewhere between 50-80% of internships and jobs are gained through networking, so consider giving it a try!
Informational interviews allow you to ask a professional questions about their career path, job role, and company.
Everyone has a story but the trick is to actually know what yours is, determine how it is unique and be able to communicate it clearly and confidently to employers and networking connections.
Whether you are exploring future internship or career options or have a path in mind, networking with professionals is always a good idea. Here are some tips to get you started.
Sign up on the Bridge for one of two sessions for “Networking for Everyone: How to Make Connections While Social Distancing”
Whether you are just starting or still actively searching the on-campus Internship & Job Fair is a great place to be on January 28th!
Don’t miss the annual Career Connections & Experiences Sophomore Brunch with Alumni, hosted by the Bucknell Alumni Association and the career center.
Raj Thagavelu ’98, former Alumni Board member and Civil Service employee, will provide sessions for students to network and learn more about working and applying to jobs in the government.
Thursday, April 11 | Noon – 1 pm | AW 108 RSVP on the Bridge Free lunch and join Bucknell Parent, Scott Pansky to learn more about career paths and career advice within the field of Public Relations! He is the Co-Founder and Senior Partner at Allison & Partners in Los Angeles.
Join us for a lunch discussion of the legal profession featuring Bucknell Alumni and Parents currently working in the legal profession.
Don’t forget to sign up for the 3/27 NYC Spring Finance Networking and Career Fair!