LinkedIn Workshop
The LinkedIn Workshop microcredential is designed for STEM Ready students to create their LinkedIn accounts and begin to understand the fundamentals of the professional social networking site. In this immersive 1-hour workshop, high school participants actively engage in a step-by-step exploration of the account creation process. Facilitated by experienced mentors, students receive hands-on support, ensuring they craft a basic yet impactful LinkedIn profile. This includes guidance on incorporating essential resume details, creating compelling personal statements, and selecting profile images that resonate in the dynamic world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
As participants navigate the intricacies of LinkedIn, they uncover the platform's inherent value for career development. Through interactive sessions, students gain insights into the fundamental features that make LinkedIn an indispensable tool for aspiring STEM professionals. The workshop emphasizes the potential of a well-crafted LinkedIn profile as a gateway to opportunities, providing a glimpse into the ways it can open doors to meaningful connections, industry insights, and future STEM endeavors.
Earning Criteria
- Complete the workshop activity guide.
- Create an active LinkedIn profile
- Complete a comprehensive exit survey to provide valuable feedback.