Developing Your Web Presence

Abstract

University and private-sector employers increasingly utilize the internet to vet potential employees. Thus for graduate students, cultivating a web presence that is professional, informative, and positive, is ever more essential for securing employment after graduate school. There are a number of steps for establishing a “professional web presence.” These range from simply taking down public pictures of you at the last party all the way to curating your own website. This e-guide will explain the process of online image curation, explain how to showcase your professional qualifications online, and offer tips on website creation.