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Let Your Career Soar!
Create your professional LinkedIn account today and start building your future.
Set Yourself Apart
Bristol Community College students enjoy free access to LinkedIn Learning. Access tools to build your skill set: resume writing, interviewing, career-specific training and more.
Sign Up for LinkedIn
Follow the tips below to get your account ready and join us at a Career Services workshop for help with your LinkedIn profile and much more.
- Visit LinkedIn.com
- Click "Join now."
- Enter your name, email address, and create a password (we recommend using a personal email address).
Completing Your LinkedIn Profile
Fill out your job title, location, and education details.
As a student, your "job title" can be your current major or area of study (e.g., "Marketing Major" or "Biology Student"). Include your school name, expected graduation date, and any relevant academic achievements.
Adding a Professional Photo
Upload a clear, professional headshot. Avoid casual photos, selfies, or images with distracting backgrounds. Think of how you would dress for an interview!
Writing a Compelling Headline & Summary
Craft a headline that highlights your skills, career goals, and passions.
Your summary should briefly describe who you are, what you're studying, and what you're aiming to achieve professionally.
Example: “Accounting Graduate | Auditing and Assurance | Ensuring Business Trust and Transparency”
Connecting & Engaging
Start connecting with classmates, instructors, alumni, and professionals in your field or the field you want to go into. Follow companies and join relevant groups to expand your network.
Attend a Career Services Workshop
Career readiness made easy! Take your profile as far as you can, then visit one of our upcoming Career Services workshops for personalized help. We’ll walk you through enhancing your profile and making the most of LinkedIn for your career!
- Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 9 a.m.
- Friday, Feb. 6 from 1 to 2 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 3 at noon
- Wednesday, March 11 from 10 to 11 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 1 at 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 8 from 6 to 7 p.m.