How students can develop a great online presence

Who Uses LinkedIn

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How LinkedIn Helps You?

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Example of a Student Profile

Live Demo of a LinkedIn Profile

The 5 Golden Rules of Student LinkedIn Profiles

1. Professional photo of student alone

2. Headline with area of study and/or career ambitions

3. Keyword-rich summary that includes type of positions student is seeking

4. Inclusion of volunteer activities, internships and extra-curriculars

5. Recommendations from professors, advisors, internships

Promote Your LinkedIn Profile:Email Signature Line

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Jane Doe

National Company, Inc.

Ph: (800) 555-1234

Fax: (800) 555-5678

Jane.Doe@National.com

Connect with me on LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/in/JaneDoe

Promote Your LinkedIn Profile:Status Updates

Videoshttp://university.linkedin.com/career-services/

resources#videos

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Questions??

Communication Career Services

BMC 2.302

Career Advisor: Monica Jackson

monica.jackson@austin.utexas.edu

Skype: mjackson0424

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