Expand Your Network

Navigating your career development – whether from college to a professional career, growing into leadership roles, or pivoting into a new industry – can be challenging. Leveraging professional connections can ease these transitions. Learn more about informational interviews, mentoring programs, and platforms like LinkedIn, to help establish vital professional connections. Check out the resources below to start expanding your network.

network using the flash mentoring program

conduct an informational interview

Find professional connections on linkedin

Join a Professional Association

Handshake Career PlatformShare This: Share Handshake Career Platform on FacebookShare Handshake Career Platform on LinkedInShare Handshake Career Platform on X
Handshake is a platform that connects CSU students and alumni to career opportunities. Over 900,000 employers are using Handshake, including …

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Professional AssociationsShare This: Share Professional Associations on FacebookShare Professional Associations on LinkedInShare Professional Associations on X
The CMC has gathered a collection of professional associations for each concentration. Find yours, linked below, to explore possible organizations …

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Generative AI Prompts for Your CareerShare This: Share Generative AI Prompts for Your Career on FacebookShare Generative AI Prompts for Your Career on LinkedInShare Generative AI Prompts for Your Career on X
The CMC has generated a list of possible prompt questions, grouped by topic. Use these as a guide, and modify …

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Flash Mentoring ProgramShare This: Share Flash Mentoring Program on FacebookShare Flash Mentoring Program on LinkedInShare Flash Mentoring Program on X
Undergraduate and graduate students often have questions about an industry, current corporate practices, or simply seek advice about a specific, …

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Informational Interview GuidesShare This: Share Informational Interview Guides on FacebookShare Informational Interview Guides on LinkedInShare Informational Interview Guides on X
Connecting with professionals to ask for advice is a great way to build your connections and learn about companies and …

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LinkedIn Groups for College of BusinessShare This: Share LinkedIn Groups for College of Business on FacebookShare LinkedIn Groups for College of Business on LinkedInShare LinkedIn Groups for College of Business on X
Groups on LinkedIn provide an avenue to connect with professionals and students with a shared experience or interest. Use groups …

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