6 Steps to Job Search Success as an International Student – Step 5

5. Networking

Understanding Networking in the US:

Over 70% of jobs in the US come from networking
There is certain etiquette involved that you need to understand
Networking includes aspects of both social and interview skills
Networking is a great ‘door opener’ for international students

Tips for Networking in the US

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Testimonials

I am writing to thank you for this amazing workshop. I skipped two classes to attend this session. And it’s definitely the best session I've ever attended in the MBA program.

You are such an expert in networking and recruiting area and gave us many practical approaches in storytelling and networking. You are so familiar with my culture that you touched every pain point in my job hunting. And you gave us great insights of why we have those problems and how to overcome them. Your comments on how to express interest, how to tie your story into your expression and how to use body language really made me feel comfortable and natural to show my enthusiasm in a position. I can see tremendous changes we made through the role playing exercise. In terms of the small talk, you also provide us with a fantastic example to show us how to do it in real life. The most important thing that I took away from the session is the structure in a one-on-one meeting. It’s not like a Q&A, but more like a see-saw. Find a chance and tell your story. They finally all make sense. Successful networking is always associated with good storytelling.

I’m in the second year. So now it’s a critical time for me to find a job in the US. I will apply those skills into real life and always keep the words you gave us in mind, "You're not a failure until you stop trying".

Zhida Guo 
Babson College