LinkedIn does more than connect you to recruiters. It’s a powerful resource to connect you with professional U-M alumni. Here are the different ways you can make LinkedIn work for you:
Complete Your Profile
- Tag the University of Michigan so you get found by fellow alumni and interested employers
- Include a photo so they take a second look
Alumni Association LinkedIn Page
- Learn about events and networking opportunities
Official Alumni Association LinkedIn Group
- Search the group and direct message fellow alumni — you don’t need a premium account for direct messaging in this group
- Post career questions or articles of interest in your industry to get advice and make connections
Search the U-M LinkedIn Alumni Tool
- Find alumni by grad year, company, industry, location, skill set, and area of study
- Identify top employers, skill sets of alumni with desired career paths, and more