Connecting with Swatties
Connecting with others is a powerful tool at any stage in your career--whether you're looking for a job, applying to graduate schools, searching for internships, or seeking information about careers. 80% of opportunities are found through professional connections. Your search strategy should include a combination of several approaches, integrating both technology and face-to-face interactions through networking.
If you need help getting started on networking, please meet with a career counselor or read our networking guide [pdf].
Remember to stay safe while networking--here are some safety tips.
SPEED Project: Explore the first steps for Swat grads, based on over a decade of data from graduating seniors. See what students in different majors go on to do.
Alumni Outcomes Data collected by Institutional Research: Data collected on alumni on post-graduate plans.
Swatties Helping Swatties: SHS provides a place to connect current Swarthmore students with alumni who mentor them by providing professional advice, information and support.
Mock Interviewing: Need interview help? By joining this subgroup, you’ll be able to connect with other Swatties who are seeking practice and offering mock interviewing.
