Networking

Research suggests that more than 70% of jobs are found through relationships. Although most companies post their positions online, the effectiveness of the applicant in landing the all-important interview is often times a function of how successful they are in networking their way in the door. 

As a WashU student, you have a distinct advantage of having a potential built-in network of alumni connections, representing a broad array of professions in many companies across the globe. The WashU alumni network is both active and expansive. The following resources will help you start to get connected.

Jen’s 10 for the Informational Interview

By Jen Logan Meyer
Jen Logan Meyer Associate Director, Arts, Design & Media Career Community
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GPSi Podcast: Career Coaching for Budding Advocates, Politicos, Policy Wonks & Social Entrepreneurs

Are you a burgeoning policy wonk, politico, change agent, advocate, or public sector leader? Dreaming of being a diplomat, running for office, or founding a nonprofit? WashU’s Government, Policy & Social Impact Career Community has you covered! Listen in for …

By Susan Craig
Susan Craig Associate Director, Government, Policy & Social Impact Career Community
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Academic Data Science Alliance (ADSA) – a community of leaders, practitioners, and educators who thoughtfully integrate data science and AI …

Joining a professional society can be beneficial for several reasons. Here are some key advantages:

Association of Energy Engineers. St. …

Joining a professional society can be beneficial for several reasons. Here are some key advantages:

Association for Advancing Automation (A3)

Joining a professional society can be beneficial for several reasons. Here are some key advantages:

Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL)

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