How to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market: How to Find People to Network With

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In today’s AI-driven job market, graduate students are finding it increasingly difficult to secure employment. Hiring has slowed, the market is saturated with qualified candidates, and many students are turning to AI tools that, unfortunately, hinder their job search more than they help.

“How to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market” is a virtual series designed to help master’s students navigate this new job market with confidence. 

You will learn essential job search strategies, tools, and techniques to navigate a hyper-competitive market. Each day, we’ll explore a key aspect of job searching as a master’s student today, so you can strategically plan your next steps.

This special event is open to master’s students from all academic disciplines. 

• Pre-recorded message: What employers value about your degree
• Monday, February 9: Résumé writing
• Tuesday, February 10: Unlock the hidden job market
• Wednesday, February 11: How to find people to network with
• Thursday, February 12: I’m an international student. What do I need to know?

Duke graduate students can attend this webinar series for free, including access to replays of events when available, through The Graduate School's subscription to Beyond Graduate School. Advance registration is required.