Step 4: Connect with people. Get the offer.
In this section, learn how to network with confidence—both online and in person—and how to 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 receive more offers.
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Toggle ItemNetworking: Build Real Relationships
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.
Find BYU Alumni on LinkedInBYU alumni are an incredible resource — many are eager to help fellow Cougars.
How to search:
- Visit BYU’s LinkedIn profile
- Click the Alumni tab
- Filter by company, major, location, or graduation year
Send a thoughtful connection request and mention your shared BYU connection or interest in their career path.a
💡 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.
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Toggle ItemInterviewing: Communicate Your Value Proposition
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.
- Follow up – Send a short, genuine thank-you email after the interview to leave a lasting impression.
Need a quiet interview space?
Reserve a private interview room in the BCC for mock interviews, virtual interviews, or practice sessions.
*Scroll to the bottom of the page and select BCC Interview Rooms to find available times.
👉 Schedule an Interview Room💡 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.
💡 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.
Need Help?
Drop by the Business Career Center
Meet with Your Career Director
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 He 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.
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.