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How to Talk to Strangers
(external link)from STANFORD magazine
Meeting new people can be uncomfortable. You should do it anyway.
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Career ConnectionsYou’re Going Places
And Stanford alumni want to help you get there. Whether you’re an alum or a student, find opportunities to network, get career advice, and lend a hand.
Career Connections
Get in Touch with Alumni
A classmate from freshman year, a contact in an industry, a sounding board for career advice—find them all in the Alumni Directory, the only verified online listing of Stanford alumni. Update your profile to make better connections.
Discover Job Opportunities
Fellow alums are hiring, and you might be the perfect fit. Explore alumni-posted jobs on the official LinkedIn Group only for verified Stanford alums.
Join Alumni Communities
Whether you’re focused on professional goals or personal growth, the support of a community of alumni who share your interests can go a long way.
Hey, New Alums!
Not sure how to navigate this new chapter? You don’t need to go it alone. If you completed your undergrad or graduate degree in the past five years, there are career development resources just for you.
Career Resources
Regardless of where you are on your career path, Stanford is here to help connect you to the right resources.
Career Coaching
Need a career coach to help you through a transition? If you graduated within the past five years, contact a Stanford Career Education career coach through Stanford PlusFive. If it’s been more than five years since you graduated, view bios of career coaches you can contact for a complimentary first session.
Job Search Resources
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Networking Tips
(external link)Embarking on a new path. Considering your next professional step. Switching to a different industry. If you’ve ever found yourself at one of these career crossroads, you could have benefited from a career conversation.
Grad School Planning
Thinking about grad school? Read tips or contact an advisor to help you create a path to graduate or professional school that fits your needs and interests.
Your School Resources
- Stanford BioSciences and School of Medicine(external link)
- Stanford Graduate School of Business(external link)
- Stanford Graduate School of Education(external link)
- Stanford Law School(external link)
- Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability(external link)
- Stanford School of Engineering(external link)
- Stanford School of Humanities & Sciences(external link)
Need Help Getting Started?
Get up to speed on the dos and don’ts of connecting with fellow alums with these short videos.
Mythbusting: How to connect with Stanford Alums
How to connect with Stanford Alumni on LinkedIn
How to connect Update Your Alumni Directory Profile
Please note that the LinkedIn Import feature has been discontinued as of March 31, 2024.
Give Career Support
Have advice to offer students or alums?
Post a Job for Alums
Join fellow alums in posting job openings and prospects on the Stanford Alumni LinkedIn group.
Hire Students
Connect with up-and-coming Stanford talent by posting jobs and internships on Handshake.
Become a SAM Mentor or Mentee
Raise your hand to mentor students or recent grads, or find your own mentor in an alumni volunteer who wants to help.
Update Your Directory Profile
Sound easy? Introduce yourself with your name, photo, location, headline, and professional experience, and offer career support to help students and recent grads.
Upcoming Events and Webinars
Ready to network? Looking to learn? Find events online or near you that take your career goals to the next level.