# LinkedIn

**Source**: https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/resources/linkedin/
**Parent**: https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/channels/international-students/

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[LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/) is an online professional networking tool that boasts over 700 million members in more than 200 countries (representing 170+ industries). LinkedIn can be used to:

- Research jobs and industries.
- Exchange information or advice.
- Locate and contact professionals.

Additionally, LinkedIn lists job, internship, and volunteer opportunities. 79% of job opportunities are posted on at least one social network, and 77% of those are posted on LinkedIn.

## Getting Started

Visit the [LinkedIn student site](https://students.linkedin.com/content/me/students/en-us) for more advice and information.

Joining groups is one way to connect professionally with other Harvard students and alumni. Consider joining the [Harvard Alumni Group](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/5121870/) for the student job search.

## LinkedIn Workshops

Email the front desk at [mcs@fas.harvard.edu](mailto:ocsrecep@fas.harvard.edu) for assistance with your LinkedIn profile during [daily drop-ins](https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/talk-to-an-adviser/) (College), [express appointments](https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/talk-to-an-adviser/) (GSAS), and [call-in advising](https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/talk-to-an-adviser/) (HES). Check our [event calendars](https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/events/) for upcoming workshops.

## Free Professional Headshot

Use the [Headshot Hub](https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/resources/headshot-hub/) in the Collaborative Commons on the 2nd Floor of the Smith Campus Center for your free professional headshot!

[View Resource](https://www.linkedin.com/)