GradFinder.com

“Gradfinder’s mission is to keep people in touch with friends from school. We aim to provide a free, fast, and easy to use site. We will continue to try to list every school from kindergarten through to grad school from every country in the world. To help supplement the directory service we provide photo albums, message boards and a free reunion planning system. We are … [ Read more ]

Networking on the Network

This essay from UCLA provides advice and information for using the Internet to network with potential employers.

Alumni Net

claims over 1.3 million members representing 40,000 schools with 4000 people reunited each day.

Networking Your Way to a New Job

An article on how to network successfully written by Dr. Randell S. Hansen, co-author of Dynamic Cover Letters.

Secrets of Effective Networking

William S. Frank, author of 200 letters for Job Hunters and founder of CareerLab offers networking advice.

MBA Association (Ireland)

The MBA Association in Ireland is the representative body for graduates holding a Masters degree in Business Administration from Irish business schools and MBAs living in Ireland from business schools throughout the world.

The Association of MBAs

Bills itself as the global network for the MBA community.

Why Network?

This professional networking site explains the importance of networking, presents the seven steps to effective networking and offers a networking search for professional contacts by industry, job function and company.

How to Network Like an Expert

A source of information about networking from WetFeet.com offering a discussion board. Some of the topics that have been discussed include how to get started and making it easier.

How to Evaluate a Job Offer

The article from Black Collegian outlines major issues to be considered before deciding whether to accept a job offer.

The Job Interview

This .pdf brochure from Harvard University provides information on the different types of interviews including informational, recruiting, second, and consulting interviews. Preparation tips and sample questions are also available.

JobStar Cover Letters

A site answering the questions of who needs a cover letter and what makes one good. Also provides a sample cover letter, cover letter resources, and for those who need help with their grammar, a link to Jack Lynch’s Guide to Grammar and Style.

Position Comparison: How to Evaluate a Job Offer

Discussion about evaluating the pros and cons of accepting a job offer. A test is included to help you compare two positions.

Job Interview Tips,

U.S. News talked to career advisers at three top MBA programs to find out what you can do to make the most of your job interview.

RPI Writing Center – Cover Letters

This site provides information on the content and format of a cover letter and sample cover letters.

To Accept or Not to Accept: Properly Evaluating a Job Offer

Article covers non-cash compensation issues to consider when evaluating a job offer. Compensation issues include vacation and sick time, professional membership or dues, and educational assistance programs.