Making contacts

CAREERS SERVICE About For Employers Events Student and Graduate Stories Contact Us MyCareer Logo Explore your options Gain skills and experience Find jobs Work for yourself Making applications Support and resources Search... Search... Making Contacts Make connections with people working in the role or sector that you are interested in. Newcastle University Careers Service Explore your options Making contacts Building your network One of the best ways to boost your chances in the jobs market is to make sure you are as well-informed as possible. Making contacts and networking can be invaluable for your career. You can research possible career options or find out more about an employer. Contacts can give you personalised advice and insights and tell you about how to access opportunities. Many people are willing to help, and opinions and advice are things that almost everyone can offer. In this section you can find out about how to make connections through professional or social platforms. You can also learn how to get the most out of your meetings. NCL alumni on LinkedIn Research the career paths of graduates and reach out to them for advice and inspiration on LinkedIn Social media Find out how you can use social media to benefit your career Information interviews In an information interview you can get advice to help you with career planning in an informal setting Mentoring A mentor can share their experience and knowledge of a job role, employer or sector