Now that you have opened a LinkedIn account, started your profile and connected with people you know, you can expand your outreach by joining groups.
Groups are ways to instantly connect with other LinkedIn users outside of your network. These groups may be based on general hobbies or careers, but most are more specific. Some groups that you should consider joining and adding to your profile are groups for:
Your alma mater’s alumni;
Honor Societies members;
Sorority/Fraternity members;
College athletes;
Your Careers (particularly local groups); and
Your College major.
When you join a group, you can make postings to the group and comment on other member’s posts. In alumni groups, jobs and internships are posted to give alumni the first opportunity to apply for such an opening.
