Networking
Networking is integral to managing your job search. You are encouraged to build a networking community of executives with whom you can discuss aspects of your career path - to request career advice or to explore connections at a specific company. Programs such as the Externship and Executives-in-Residence, and on-campus events, such as the Atrium Company Showcases, give students immediate networking opportunities. These valuable professional relationships are often the keys to achieving career goals and objectives.
The Office of Student Services has also developed contacts at a wide variety of companies across the United States and internationally. Search for a list of contacts in a particular industry segment, at a particular company, or geographically. Or reach out to Hotel School alumni by accessing the Alumni Directory, which lists both undergraduate and graduate alums.
Networking Opportunities
Career Day
Representatives from hospitality companies make annual visits to campus to meet and recruit students.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet employers in person, learn about different organizations and positions, and talk with them about your experiences. This is the perfect place to make a good first impression and start networking your way to a career!
The Center for Hospitality Research and The Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship bring distinguished hospitality leaders to share their wisdom in the classroom and through informal gatherings, giving our students distinctive learning experiences.
The Executive-in-Residence program brings senior executives to the school for an academic year of student advising. This is a unique opportunity to interact with and learn from highly successful hospitality leaders who bring to campus a wealth of proven management strategies.
Alumni Directory
Alumni can be excellent sources of help in networking, identifying potential employers or offering industry tips and informational interviews.
Company Contacts Directory
This database contains thousands of industry contacts, including addresses, phone and fax numbers, and e-mail addresses.
CornellTRAK and the Permanent Job Listings
These resources will help you research companies that might have the job you are looking for.