As one of the top job search methods, networking should play a central role in any
job search. University of Miami alumni have a number of opportunities to network
through the Toppel Career Center, Alumni Association, and in their local communities.
Take advantage of these opportunities to find a job or for your personal professional
development.
- Career Expos & Fairs - Employers from all over the country
come to UM to recruit students and alumni for full time and internship positions.
- Employer Information Sessions - These sessions are designed for
students and alumni to learn about the organization and available positions. Click
HERE for a list of upcoming employer infosessions.
- CaneConnections-
Connect with alumni across the country through our online networking service offered
within 'Cane Connections,
or sign up to be a career network volunteer and provide advice to fellow alumni.
- Alumni Clubs-
In more than 30 cities nationally and worldwide, the University of Miami Alumni
Association charters alumni clubs and contacts to reach out to University of Miami
alumni, families, and friends and keep that green and orange bond alive!
- Professional Associations- Most career fields have a professional
association composed of employers, professionals and individuals that have an interest
in networking within their career field. The website of a professional association
may have job listings, current events in the field, conferences, and other networking
events designed to connect individuals in the field. A sample of associations can
be found at the following website: CareerLinks
- Local Business Journals
- become familiar with the business climate where you live or where you
are thinking of re-locating by subscribing to the local business journal.
- Chambers of Commerce Your local chamber of commerce
is an excellent way to become involved in the community, obtain employment information,
and attend networking functions. Use the following on-line directory to locate your
local chamber of commerce.
If you know of an excellent networking resource that you would like to share with
fellow alums by having it posted on our website, please email Edward Cruz at
ecruz2@miami.edu.
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