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11 LinkedIn post ideas for college students: Share… ?1. Your progress in mastering a new skill / tool ?2. Lessons learned from something you failed at ?3. Advice that can benefit other college students ?4. A reflection on an internship / volunteer project ?5. A book / article that taught you a valuable lesson ?6. Something you appreciate about your institution ?7. The steps you took to land an internship / FT role ?8. An academic achievement / new role you secured ?9. Lessons learned from a side hustle you're building 10. Gratitude for a professor / mentor who's guided you 11. Takeaways from an impactful workshop / conference No need to come up with something revolutionary. Simply share your own experiences – the ups and the downs. ? What have you learned? ? What have you accomplished? ? What do you wish you knew a year ago? ? What do you know that might benefit other students? Sharing your experiences turns your profile into a narrative. And a narrative is what makes you memorable. — PS. Not comfortable creating a post? Start with commenting. Comments are like mini-posts that allow you to take part in the conversation without having to initiate the topic. But say more than just "I agree" or "This is interesting." Instead, try commenting with questions, additional insights, or personal experiences.

Internships aren’t just a line on your resume—they’re an opportunity to make a real impact, build meaningful connections, and develop the skills that will shape your career. But what truly separates a great intern from a good—or even a bad—one? Adam Goldstein, founder and CEO of Sway as well as an intern manager in Startup Academy and the Innovation Internship, has worked with countless interns and shares key insights on what makes the difference. The skills that set great interns apart aren’t just valuable during an internship—they’re the same qualities that define successful professionals in full-time roles. Why does this matter? Because internships are often a direct path to employment. Research from NACE shows that over 50% of interns convert into full-time employees at their host company. But landing a job isn’t just about showing up—it’s about how you show up. Companies invest time and resources in training interns, and a disengaged intern can create more work for their team rather than adding value. According to Gallup, businesses lose $8.8 trillion globally due to disengaged employees, a problem that starts early in careers. So if you’re interning this year, don’t just check the boxes. Take initiative, ask the right questions, and think beyond the immediate task. The skills you build now will follow you far beyond this summer—and could be the key to launching your career. Data Sources: https://lnkd.in/euY9YAMu https://lnkd.in/eUnU2YtY

First impressions matter. But unfortunately, many students miss the mark on LI. Their profiles are a lot like John's (image below): Vague, non-descriptive, and unmemorable This dulls the first impression they give. Imagine you've just applied to your target internship and listed your LI URL on your resume. The recruiter hops over to your profile and sees: ? A non-descriptive banner ? A blurry, poorly cropped headshot ? A headline that is vague and overly common Not the best first impression (on LI). Will this disqualify you from the internship? Of course not. But it won't make you memorable either. Compare it to Ron's profile (image below). The recruiter sees: ? A banner that tells a story ? A sharp, well cropped headshot ? A headline that highlights key qualifications These details matter. Both to human viewers and the LI Recruiter algorithm. They make the viewer want to scroll and learn more. There's a lot more to an impactful LI profile (and presence) than just these three areas, but they are the first thing your profile viewer sees. Be mindful of the first impression they give. — Banner → Canva is free and easy to use Headshot → Career Services offer free headshots Headline → A detailed framework coming on Wednesday — PS. Want a deeper dive into how students can use LinkedIn to build their brand and gain an edge in their internship and job search? I’ve led my "Leveraging LI as a College Student" workshop at 25+ institutions nationwide — and right now, it’s 25% off. Send me a DM, and I’ll share more details!

?? Great opportunities right in our backyard! St. Luke's University Health Network just opened applications for a wide variety of summer internships in areas like biomedical engineering, community health, IT, marketing, and learning & development. — Lehigh University Lehigh University College of Business P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University Lehigh University College of Arts and Sciences Lehigh University College of Health Lehigh University College of Education — #hirelehigh #careerready #lehighu

?? Exciting news from our Employer Engagement team—we're launching Employer Spotlight! We kicked things off with Deloitte on Tuesday, welcoming recruiters Hallie and Keith to the Career Center for an incredible day of student engagement. From hands-on Career Lab support to a Lunch and Learn and a Virtual Interviewing workshop (just in time for our Virtual Career Expo!), they provided valuable insights and support. We're grateful for Deloitte’s partnership in launching this initiative and can't wait to feature more employers soon! Students, stay tuned on Handshake and Instagram to see who’s next! ?? #EmployerSpotlight #CareerConnections #Deloitte #LehighCareerCenter

"Is it OK if I view the interviewer's LinkedIn profile?" A common question from students. Yes, it's OK. And not just OK, but something you should routinely do. They're doing their research on you, and you should do the same. Now, the question is "what am I looking for?" You're looking for: ? Common ground ? Relevant company / industry info ? Clues about what's important to them You can find some of this in their About, Education, and Experience sections. But also scan through their Featured section, mutual connections, and activity (posts / comments / reactions). The information you find can be used before, during, and after the interview. → Before Maybe they... ??Regularly post about going on hikes ??Volunteer for a cause you also care about ??Attended the same university you are attending Bring those up in the pre-interview small talk if there's a natural opening to do so. → During Maybe they... ??Posted about a new project the company is working on ??Reposted an article about a key industry trend ??Featured a podcast they've appeared on Incorporate those into your answers. → After Maybe they... ??Posted about a recongition the company attained ??Have gained certifications while at the company ??Have stayed at the company for 10+ years Tie those into thoughtful questions about the company and the interviewer. — Sometimes you find plenty of information that will help you in the interview, sometimes a little less. But you should always do your best to get to know the person on the other side of the table. Do your research – it'll show. — PS. Viewing their profile can lead to them viewing yours, so it’s important your profile is up to date and optimized to your target roles.

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All Lehigh undergraduate, master's and doctoral students are invited to SAVE THE DATE for the Spring 2025 Virtual Career Expo on February 13, 2025 from 3-7pm on Handshake! Student registration is available now at https://lnkd.in/gaEYp8Y4 Anyone looking for summer internships or entry-level jobs should not miss this opportunity to connect with employers and learn about available positions! Participating in the expo is also a great way to explore industries and gain insights about potential careers. -- #hirelehigh #careerready #lehighu Lehigh University Lehigh University College of Business P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University Lehigh University College of Arts and Sciences Lehigh University College of Health Lehigh University College of Education

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This week I had the opportunity to collaborate with the Lehigh University Center for Career & Professional Development team to celebrate our amazing faculty and staff members. The "CCPD Sips and Sweets: Faculty & Staff Celebration" welcomed campus partners from across departments to join us in the Career Center to share about and celebrate the end of the semester while enjoying seasonal treats together. The event was filled with smiles, laughter, and great conversations about career resources and partnership opportunities (plus lots of sweet confections and a hot cocoa bar). Our Career Connector events with faculty and staff always leave me with a sense of gratitude for our campus ecosystem and the core values here at Lehigh. I am already looking forward to future events!