LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with hundreds of millions of members. Establishing a professional profile on LinkedIn will enable you to:

• Build and maintain a professional network
• Re-connect with colleagues from previous jobs
• Connect with companies to gain industry insights
• Discover new opportunities through networking with companies
• Get noticed by employers who search for potential employees through LinkedIn

Have a look at Build your professional brand on LinkedIn for tips on how to create a perfect Profile

Other resources

• www.leisurejobs.com/staticpages/18285/the-ultimate-linkedin-cheat-sheet
  A comprehensive guide to setting up your profile and other tips such as how to message someone you are not connected with.
  
  
• www.linkedin.com/learning/learning-linkedin-for-students This is an online tutorial aimed at undergraduates on setting up a profile and how to use the Alumni group to network. There is a 1-month free trial.

Get advice

If you would like to speak with a member of the careers team about creating a LinkedIn profile, we run appointments throughout the week covering CVs and Applications. For more details see beds.ac.uk/careers/cvs-and-applications/advice