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Networking Strategies, Tools and Engagement

Creating a networking strategy in preparation for applying to a job, internship, research experience or graduate school can come in many forms, shapes and sizes depending on your intended industry or professional experience. See below for support on the most common strategies to jump-start your networking experience.

What Can Employers Ask Previous Employers? Reference Check Explained

Published on December 3, 2024

When you’re in the process of getting a new job, one important step that often comes up is the reference check. A potential employer may contact your previous workplaces to gather more information about you, which might make you wonder: …

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Students Build Networks, Gain Career Insights At Industry Day

Published on November 4, 2024

Over 250 students connected with alumni during the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Industry Day on Friday, Oct. 25.  

Hosted by VPA’s Office of Academic and Career Advising in partnership with Syracuse University Career Services, Industry Day brings …

By Jackie Flores
Jackie Flores Assistant Director of Career Services
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Career Closet

The Syracuse University Career Closet offers students access to professional attire, empowering them to make a strong impression in career-advancing …

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Vault Guide to Networking, Second Edition

Vault Guide to Networking, Second Edition

When it comes to job success, it’s not only what you know: it’s who you know. Every year employers fill …

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