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Step 4: Connect with people. Get the offer.

You’ve built your resume, polished your LinkedIn, and started applying. Now it’s time to level up your job search by making real connections and preparing to shine in interviews.

In this section, you’ll learn how to network with confidence—both online and in person—and how to practice and prepare for interviews so you’re ready when it counts.

We’ll break it into two parts:
Networking: Build genuine connections and expand your opportunities.
Interviewing: Communicate your strengths and get ready to land the offer.

  • When it comes to landing a job, relationships matter. Networking isn’t awkward small talk or forced emails—it’s being curious, kind, and consistent.

    Where to Begin:

    • Grow your LinkedIn network - Connect with classmates, professors, coworkers, mentors, and recruiters
    • Reach out to people in companies you like - Find BYU alumni, recent interns, or team members
    • Post on LinkedIn - Share what you're working on or the role you're seeking; be specific
    • Say yes to real-life moments - Talk to recruiters, follow up after events, and share your job search status with others

    💡 Pro Tip: Most opportunities come from “weak ties”—acquaintances, classmates, or friends-of-friends. Every conversation matters, but no one can help if they don’t know you’re looking.

  • Quinncia's AI-powered mock interviews help you practice answering real questions, see how you come across on video, and get feedback on your delivery, tone, and content. That way, you can walk into the real thing confident and prepared.

    How to Get Ready with Quinncia:

    • Do your homework – Research the company and role so your answers—and your questions—show you’re genuinely interested
    • Schedule a mock interview – Use Quinncia to schedule an interview and review the feedback to refine your interview-readiness.
    • Polish your stories – Practice at least 3–5 STAR examples (Situation, Task, Action, Result) that highlight your skills and impact that highlight your skills and impact
    • Follow up  – Send a short, genuine thank-you email after the interview to leave a lasting impression

    💡 Pro Tip: Don’t wing it. Even informal interviews deserve preparation. With Quinncia, you’ll be ready to deliver answers that are clear, confident, and authentic.

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Need Help?

Need help preparing for an interview or growing your network? You’re not in this alone—we’re here to help you feel confident and ready.

Drop by the Business Career Center

TNRB 4th Floor
Mon–Fri, 8AM–6PM
801-422-7696
front.desk@byu.edu

Meet with Your Career Director

Get one-on-one help with networking or interview prep

💡 Pro Tip: Whether you’re messaging an alum, prepping for an interview, or just practicing your pitch, a 10-minute conversation with someone you trust can make all the difference.

Faith in Action

Before, during, and after your job search, take quiet moments to ask:

What can I do to draw closer to my Savior, Jesus Christ?
Where would You have me work so I can bless others and develop my talents?

Ponder these questions as you prepare, network, and interview. Seeing your search as part of a larger, purposeful journey can help you recognize the Spirit’s guidance and trust that the Lord is leading you to the right place at the right time.

Ready to Put It into Practice?

You’ve built your skills—now it’s time to use them. Go back to Step 3 to keep applying, and check out upcoming events where you can connect and grow your network.

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Remember: There’s no perfect formula—but there is a process.

Build your tools (resume, LinkedIn), apply consistently, reach out to people, and prep for conversations. Repeat as needed. The offers come to those who keep showing up.