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Originally Posted by charolastra00
Because colleges often do a really bad job at teaching students how to network, so you don't think about it! My college was an exception, thank goodness.
What department did you work in and which are you applying for? There might be more connections than you think! I would approach your old supervisor (maybe ask him or her out to lunch) and ask to talk about working in higher ed. You will learn something about a field that offers fantastic benefits, gain a stronger connection, practice your networking skills, and hopefully get a leg up! As you are discussing the field, mention the job you are applying to.
It might even open the door to future employment in the office if this position doesn't work out! I interviewed from out of state and my old supervisors actually helped set me up in interviews for jobs that were not listed yet.
We have also now transitioned from a student worker - supervisor relationship to a colleague relationship. I find this incredibly beneficial in learning how to exist in an office environment as someone who was always either a student worker or intern.
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I worked in the library as well as buildings and grounds. The job I'm applying for is at the career center.
It seems kind of awkward to have lunch with the old boss - we weren't exactly close. Not that I was in bad terms with the boss, but we barely talked. I just sat in a corner and did my work. Would someone like that really recommend me?
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