Tagged: Networking
December 12th, 2015
in Current Semester, Fall 2015, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
How to Make the Most of the Semester
Carolyn Downs
Fall 2015
My semester in Washington, DC has taught me more than I could have imagined. Some of which I would like to share. My advice may be generic, but I believe that it cannot be stressed enough.
First, be an awesome intern. This means talking to people and doing work for others in the office. It means dressing professionally and knowing your place in the office. It means working late if necessary; I even worked on occasional Fridays. More
Tagged Carolyn Downs, DC Tips, Fall 2015, Interning, Introverts, Networking, Seniors
December 12th, 2015
in Current Semester, Fall 2015, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
How to make the most of Boston University’s alumni network
Heather Goldin
Fall 2015
Boston University has over 300,000 alumni, a large portion of whom have ended up in the DC Metro Area. While studying and interning in the Nation’s capitol, taking advantage of local alumni is a great way to expand your professional network.
A good starting point is Boston University’s own Alumni Directory Application (http://www.bu.edu/alumni/careers/alumni-directory-app/). The app helps current and past students find fellow Terriers by industry and location. If apps aren’t your thing, BU also has a web directory set up. In addition, there is a specific alumni division for those in the DC area. Check out the BUDC alumni website (http://www.dcbualum.com) for more information. The BU Washington Alumni Twitter account (https://twitter.com/BUDCAlumni) posts frequently about upcoming events, outstanding alumni and news from campus. More
Tagged 2015, Boston University Alumni Network, BUDC, Fall 2015, Heather Goldin, Networking, Social Media, Terriers
November 24th, 2015
in Fall 2015, Student's Blog
4 Reasons I chose to study “abroad” in Washington
Heather Goldin
Fall 2015
Entering Boston University, I knew I wanted to study abroad. Last Spring, I was deciding between leaving the country completely -- a choice that 40 percent of students make -- and interning in Washington, D.C. Here are the reasons I chose to be in the Nation’s capital.
1. Networking with professionals, and other students
Boston University’s Washington, DC program is typically smaller than other abroad destinations, which is a great way to get to know other students in the program. Many of my peers are also interested in coming back to DC after graduation, so I know that they will be great connections down the road. More
Tagged abroad vs. DC, application process, CNN, Connections, DC, explore, Fall 2015, Heather Goldin, Internship, job opportunities, Nation’s capital, Networking, Study Abroad
August 20th, 2015
in Student's Blog, Summer 2015, Washington, DC
Surviving DC without asking your parents for more money
Kathryn Teran
Summer 2015
Washington DC—not quite city not quite town, where history is made, opportunities are found, and networks are linked. The Metro (DC’s public transportation service) is clean and functions consistently until 3 am on the weekends. Shopping is abundant and there is food from every corner of the globe in every form from bakeries to food trucks to restaurants with $2.50+ tasting menus. For all you ladies and gents over 21 coming from Boston, behold, the promised land of happy hour. If you’re staying at the Deb you will be thrilled to find that the restaurant right next door has $1 margaritas. God Bless America.
We have arrived, well, kind of. Unless you’re fortunate enough to have either a paid internship or your company pays for your public transportation, costs will start to add up, and fast. It happens slowly, and then all at once—your food truck lunches, bottomless mimosa brunches, and frequent use of the metro will add up and have you looking at your bank statement wondering where the money that was supposed to last you all semester went.
So, my tips for surviving DC without awkwardly asking your parents for more money?
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Tagged advice, Intern, Kathryn Teran, library of congress, Lincoln Memorial, Money saving tips, Networking, Smithsonian, Summer 2015, toaster, Washington DC, WMATA
April 17th, 2015
in Spring 2015, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
Get in on LinkedIn
By Alyssa Lodge
Spring 2015
The greatest lesson taught in DC is the power of professionalism. From building a network to perfecting a handshake, learning the steps towards a professional career is essential and valuable. DC is the ideal city in which to master these skills based on its production of highly successful politicians, business people, and scholars.
The BUDC program in particular has focused on networking, acquiring the motivation to pursue a career path, getting involved in the DC community, and being conscious of a professional online presence. The latter is the point I’m going to address. On the topic of professionalism, there is no better online social media to talk about than LinkedIn—it can be a powerful tool if you know how to make the most of it.
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Tagged Alyssa Lodge, LinkedIn, marketing, Networking, professional development, Professionalism, Social Networks, Spring 2015
April 14th, 2015
in Spring 2015, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
How to Survive DC as a Second Semester Senior
By Becca Saran
Spring 2015
With graduation quickly approaching, the real world can seem daunting and scary. Here is some advice I would give to any second semester seniors on the BUDC program as they transition to life after graduation as a young professional:
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Tagged Becca Saran, fun, goal-setting, Networking, organization, professional development, Reflection, Seniors, Spring 2015
April 2nd, 2015
in Spring 2015, Student's Blog
How To Network As An Introvert
By Steve Sisto
Spring 2015
If you’re an introvert like me, then the idea of networking is absolutely terrifying. As an introvert, social interaction is already difficult. Why in the world would I want to go out of my way to meet new people and be social? I think I’ll just stay with my small group of friends, enclosed from everyone else… If only that were possible. The truth is that in D.C., networking is simply a part of life. For introverts like me, this is terrible news.
Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and meet new people! Photo courtesy of Shutterstock user Ulegundo
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Tagged blogs, body language, DC, fun, Introversion, Networking, networking tips, planning, Spring 2015, Steve Sisto
July 28th, 2014
in Student's Blog, Summer 2014, Washington, DC
The Networking Experience In Washington
By Hannah Lowry
Summer 2014
When I first arrived on the scene in Washington DC, the only thing people talked about was networking. “Everyone has networking events, conference, happy hours, dinners…. Anything you could ever think of” or “Your boss will take you out to lunch or sit down with you. This is the best opportunity to network in your office. Take every chance you get!” That was all I seemed to hear in the nation’s capital. As the summer progressed, other interns from the program came home at night, ranting about an event they’d been to and about the people they’d been able to meet. Some students ordered business cards, once they realized that they had a place to distribute them.
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Tagged Comfort Zone, Hannah Lowry, Networking, Summer 2014
April 7th, 2014
in Spring 2014, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
By Charles Crocker
Spring 2014
As anyone can point out, Washington has little regard for money. With a debt that our grandchildren’s grandchildren will still be paying off, and an ability to pass a budget that’s more in line with fighting over toys in preschool than passing legislation in the government, one has to think if they ever even consider monetary transactions. Well, as it turns out, the currency of Washington is not a five spot with Lincoln’s mug. It’s business cards. A day doesn’t go by where one doesn’t receive or give out info to someone wearing a fancy suit. It’s not about how many bills are in your wallet, rather how many business cards are in your pocket.
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Tagged Charles Crocker, Connections, DC, Networking, Spring 2014
November 12th, 2013
in Fall 2013, Student's Blog, Washington, DC
By Taylor Hartz
Fall 2013
Joy, Brittnee, Kelsey, Myself, Shelby, and Sidney (L-R)
From the moment we arrived in D.C., we were taught that in addition to our college degree and internship experiences, real world connections would be essential during the post-grad job hunt. The word “network” appeared on every orientation hand-out and came up in all our discussions, helping us to understand that if we planned to get a handle on networking, this was the place to do it.
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Tagged DC, Fall 2013, Networking, Taylor Hartz
