Job Transfer Resources — Networking
People are perhaps the most important source of information about job
opportunities or careers at Duke. During your professional exploration, visit the web
sites for all of Duke's
undergraduate and
professional schools
and the Health System research clinics and
hospitals to explore individual
departments and learn more about work culture, research and programs.
As you start to meet people, remember that you are approaching them for information. Avoid asking for a job. Networking is a way of gathering facts
that will be invaluable when you begin your efforts to transfer into a new
position.
At this point you may be saying to yourself, "I don't know anybody!" Don't panic. Duke offers many opportunities to meet and connect with
people. For a list of upcoming events at Duke, please visit the
Duke Events Calendar.
Make Your Contact List
As you mix and mingle throughout Duke, you will start building a network of people to help in your search. Consider contacting departmental managers for
informational
interviews. Calling the offices of a potential employer can produce many
interesting results.
Reading
INSIDE, ECHO, and
other Duke news publications and web
sites is an excellent way of researching potential contacts. Those featured
or quoted in articles may end up becoming potential contacts.
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