»LinkedIn & Online Profiles

Any Online Profile is a Professional Profile

Whether a LinkedIn account, personal website or Instagram account, your online presence tells a holistic story of who you are as a person and a professional.

Profiles are an important part of your personal brand, so be intentional about what you are sharing, commenting, reposting and creating.

On-Demand Resources

View LinkedIn profile building guides, best practices, tips and networking support in the "Resources" section of Handshake

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Schedule a LinkedIn, Social Media and Portfolio Review appointment with a career advisor from the Chapman Career Team

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Start or join a discussion in this Chapman-exclusive group

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Find and filter fellow Panthers by filtering by industry, employer/organization, region and more

Update Your Panther Network Profile

Show MoreShow LessImport your LinkedIn profile on The Panther Network, your easy-to-use platform exclusive to the Chapman Community

VMock's Aspire LinkedIn Optimizer Tool

Receive AI powered feedback on your LinkedIn using VMock 

Why is LinkedIn Important?

• To build and maintain a professional identity (through your resume and portfolio) 

• Serves as a networking tool (e.g. informational interviews) 

• To connect with alumni and potential employers 

• Gives you access to jobs and internship opportunities 

• Recruiters are constantly looking for new talent on LinkedIn 

• Receive updates on industries and your organizations of interest 

• It is an extension of your resume (and an online portfolio!) 

• Engage in discussions within groups 

Why Create an Online Portfolio?

• Showcase your work in a visually engaging way 

• Opportunity to demonstrate your brand, style, character and vision 

• Expand on the skills in your resume 

• An organized space for your growing body of work 

• An easy  and convenient way to for people to access your work 

• Essential for a job application, depending on the industry and role 

When making and updating your LinkedIn or online portfolio, keep in mind: 

• How you want to be perceived 

• What message/theme you want to portray 

• The content you intend to share 

• How you will interact with others on the platform 

• Industry standards and expectations 

• How a user will navigate through your portfolio 

Need a professional photo for your LinkedIn or online portfolio? 

Check out our upcoming Career Fairs, Networking Nights and college-specific career events for professional photo opportunities. 

Need a professional photo now? Visit the Panther Photobooth in Beckman Hall.