The Job and Internship Search Market Networking One of the most important strategies that you can implement in your job or internship search is developing your personal contacts. You can use informational interviews with people in a specific field, industry or company to help you learn more about the realities of that kind of work. Doing some research before applying for a position can help be better prepared for job interviews. Networking is the process of discovering and utilizing connections between people.
Genuine networks stem from friendships or business relationships.
Everyone knows other people, and thus has a network. Networking, or broadening your contacts, is another way to increase your chances of learning about job opportunities, and generally to expand your connections in your field or fields of interest. Networking Online - Section of Online Strategies workshops which discusses networking via the internet, online discussion groups and email listservs. MIT's Institute Career Assistance Network - Features alumni who will serve as mentors to help you learn more about their field. The Monster Board Career Networking Site - Articles and advice about networking.