Between one-click applications, online aggregators, and AI-enhanced resumes, applying to jobs has never been easier. Yet growing a career is a long game that requires more than just clicking a submit button. So what’s the glue that holds it all together? Professional Networking!
Far from its stuffy connotations, networking is all about relationship-building, and because Terriers are always willing to help other Terriers, BU created BU Connects, a digital community of over 26,000 alumni & students – united for networking – both online and in-person. But how can you utilize BU Connects to its full potential?
Join us online on Thursday, January 25th at 12pm EST as speakers from the offices of Alumni Relations and the Center for Career Development for an in-depth discussion of networking strategies and how BU Connects can be a key tool in your networking toolbox.
Topics covered include:
- How to identify students & alumni that you want to connect with
- What to write (and what not to write) in direct messages
- When and how to convert an online conversation to a coffee chat, informational interview, etc.
- How to find and post jobs on the BU Connects Job Board
- Where to find Terriers near you and participate in group networking and social activities
- How to find a mentor or offer your career wisdom to others
If you’re not yet on BU Connects activate your profile
here, so you can follow along.
About the presenters:
Michael Ouellette (Wheelock’08), Associate Director, BU Alumni Career Engagement
Michael Ouellette began his work at BU in student affairs for the College of Fine Arts before spending nine years with the BU Study Abroad Los Angeles Program, advising students and alumni on careers in the entertainment, media, and tech industries. Michael’s professional experience also includes several years in the film and television industry in Los Angeles. Upon returning to Boston, Michael joined the BU Alumni Relations team and now connects alumni to networking and career programs & resources in his current role of Associate Director of Alumni Career Engagement. Michael holds a B.A. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and an Ed.M. from Boston University.
Colby Sim, Peer Engagement Manager, BU Center for Career Development
Colby joined the Center for Career Development as Peer Engagement Manager in May 2022. In her role, Colby works alongside the Peer Engagement Coordinator in overseeing the mission and operations of Peer Engagement and the Career Ambassador Program, a peer education and student outreach program. Colby’s work is focused on increasing and enhancing student engagement with CCD programs and services through leading peer-to-peer programming, workshops and partnerships with other offices. Originally from Long Island, she holds a bachelor of arts degree in urban and community studies from the University of Connecticut and a master of science in student affairs in higher education from Miami University. Colby enjoys swing dancing, baking, exploring new cities and local coffee shops and going to see plays, musicals, and comedy shows.
The webinar will be conducted using the online Zoom webinar platform. Access information and additional instructions on using the Zoom platform will be provided via email upon successful registration. This webinar is open to all members of the BU community including alumni, students, faculty, and staff.