How to Build a LinkedIn Profile for an Industry Job Search: Beyond the Professoriate Watch Party

LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional networking platform—and an essential tool for PhDs exploring careers beyond academia. If you’re new to LinkedIn or unsure how to use it effectively in an industry job search, this webinar is for you.

You’ll learn how to create a compelling profile that clearly communicates who you are, where you’re headed, and the value you bring to nonacademic employers. We’ll also walk through how to tailor your profile as you move through different stages of your career exploration and job search.

Join the Fleishman Center and the Graduate School for a Beyond the Professoriate Watch Party and Discussion to gain the tools and confidence to present yourself professionally on LinkedIn.

This virtual session is designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs from all academic disciplines who are wondering:
● Why is LinkedIn important for my nonacademic job search?
● How do I write an effective “About” section that highlights my skills and goals?
● How should my LinkedIn profile evolve throughout the job search process?

*We encourage you to bring your own lunch to this event as lunch won’t be provided.

Event Format:
12:00 – 12:45 PM: In-person webinar viewing
12:45 – 1:15 PM: Guided discussion and personal reflection

📌 Can’t attend in person? You can still watch the webinar on your own time by registering through Beyond the Professoriate’s platform: https://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-linkedin-for-industry/

If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate, please contact Fleishman Center at careers@binghamton.edu We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.

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