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Recent graduates from educational institutions at all levels have a wealth of resources available as they prepare for their careers. One of the most rewarding is an alumni association, a network of individuals who share an educational background and offer their connections in various industries to help their fellow alumni. If you’re interested in making use of your connections, keep the following tips in mind as you get ready to enter the professional workforce.

How an Alumni Association Can Boost Your Career

1. Make New Connections

Alumni associations can include hundreds or even thousands of members who attended the same school as you and who now work in professions and industries of all kinds. You can meet these individuals through an association’s online community, through career advisors and counselors, or at in-person networking events hosted for the purpose of providing you with valuable professional contacts.

These contacts can provide you with tips related to your chosen profession, connect you with potential employers, and act as trusted partners for future collaborative projects.

2. Access Career Portals and Job Boards

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Many alumni associations operate their own online job portals, career webinars and tutorials, and other resources which can help you refine your skills and match them to employers. Many employers partner with alumni groups to identify candidates with qualifications specific to their job openings, and they may contact you directly about promising opportunities. You can also attend job fairs and other events, which allow you to meet directly with companies and expand your list of professional contacts.

3. Establish Mentor-Mentee Relationships

One of the most valuable resources a young professional can have is the guidance of an individual experienced in their field. Established professionals often maintain ties with their schools to offer help to recent graduates, thus helping them identify assets such as training courses, industry-specific advice, and tutelage in niche skills.

 

For over a century, high school graduates of St. Louis School in Honolulu, HI, have relied on the St. Louis Alumni Association to provide them with invaluable professional resources and connections as they begin their careers. They connect recent graduates with experienced mentors, an extensive network of alumni in a wide array of industries, and professional career advice. To get connected, call them at (808) 949-6633, or visit them online to learn more about the benefits of membership.

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