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Building my LinkedIn profile
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international
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https://deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/building-my-linkedin-profile/
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2026-03-19T06:41:40+00:00
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Building my LinkedIn profile

Source: https://deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/building-my-linkedin-profile/ Parent: https://deakintalent.deakin.edu.au/disc/

Explore practical resources to help you build\ and enhance your LinkedIn profile.

LinkedIn is the world’s largest online professional networking platform. In today’s professional world, it’s a key tool for connecting with others, discovering opportunities and staying up to date with industry news. A strong LinkedIn profile can help you attract the attention of potential employers and allows you to showcase your skills, projects and achievements. By creating a LinkedIn profile, you can also start building your professional network, connecting with peers, alumni and industry professionals. Plus, you can look at how others have got to where they are, follow companies you’re interested in and stay updated on industry trends. Creating a LinkedIn profile and actively using the platform as a student gives you a head start in building your professional brand and gaining a competitive edge in the job market.

Start building your LinkedIn profile

Learn how to use LinkedIn and your profile

Work through a self-paced learning pathway to learn how to effectively utilise LinkedIn’s features to develop a strong profile and expand your professional network. 

Duration: 20 to 60 minutes

Access LinkedIn resources

Explore our LinkedIn resources, which includes information on LinkedIn and tips for getting started.  

Duration: 5 to 10 minutes

Connect with DeakinTALENT

Connect with DeakinTALENT on LinkedIn to stay up to date with news, job opportunities and events.

Get support with your LinkedIn profile

Join a live session

Register for a live session on ‘How to use LinkedIn and your profile’ to learn how to effectively utilise LinkedIn’s features to develop a strong profile and expand your professional network. 

Duration: 60 minutes

Speak with a career coach

Want to talk to someone about your LinkedIn profile or how you can get more out of the platform? Book a one-on-one appointment with a career coach. 

Duration: 20 minutes