Building the perfect LinkedIn profile
LinkedIn can be a valuable resource for job-seeking, even when you are not actively seeking a new job. Here we have provided some examples to help build your profile, useful organisations to follow and groups to engage with.
Examples of engaging headlines and summaries
You have flexibility in how you describe yourself in your headline. It doesn’t need to be your exact job title. Describe both your current skill set and your aspirational position. Highlight things you’ve worked on, what you’re good at, and what you’d like to be doing.
Geography Graduate | Urban Planning Enthusiast | Passionate about Sustainable Cities, transport planning and community development
As a geography graduate with a focus on urban planning and sustainable city development, I am passionate about creating liveable, inclusive urban spaces. Through my internship at… I gained practical experience in sustainable transportation planning and land use development, enhancing my skills in zoning regulation analysis, stakeholder engagement and Sustainability Disclosure Standards.
Geography with Quantitative Methods Graduate | GIS Specialist | Spatial Data Analysis & Mapping Enthusiast
As a recent geography with quantitative methods graduate, with a strong background in GIS and spatial data analysis, I have developed expertise in mapping and analysing geographic patterns to support decision-making across various sectors. Proficient in RStudio, QGIS, and ArcGIS, my passions lie in social sustainability and mapping accessibility.
My degree has honed my technical skills in data management, analysis and visualisation, aligning with my goal of using GIS and spatial analysis to drive social equity.
Human Geography Undergraduate | Aspiring International Development Professional | Interested in Global Humanitarian Issues
As an undergraduate studying human geography, I am deeply interested in international development and humanitarian work. My degree has provided me with insights into migration patterns, and the impact of climate change on vulnerable populations.
Volunteering at… provided me with invaluable experience, assisting with research on community development programmes, igniting my enthusiasm to further apply my experience to help address humanitarian challenges and contribute to sustainable solutions.
Physical Geography Undergraduate | Aspiring Climate Scientist | Passionate about Climate Change Research & Environmental Impact
An undergraduate in physical geography with a focus on climate science, with a strong interest in using climate data and modelling to monitor ecosystems for preservation and sustainable land management.
During my placement at… I gained practical experience studying climate patterns and their impact on ecosystems, applying a range of valuable skills such as data collection, statistical analysis, and report writing.
Filling in skills keywords
It makes a big difference in recruiter searches and network matches if you fill in skills keywords. You only get 50, so focus on those that
- Will have the greatest professional impact (what you want to get hired for).
- Are specialist, or skills fewer people will have (technical, especially).
Take a look at A Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Skills to Your LinkedIn Profile and The Best LinkedIn Skills To Skyrocket Your Profile Views In 2024 for more information.
Follow organisations and groups
Follow the pages of organisations you might like to work for to get a feel for their priorities and be alerted to vacancies. You can also use groups to engage with specific interests and actively contribute to discussions, there are loads to join, simply search a topic you are interested in such as 'Climate change' and click on the groups tab.
If you are a an undergraduate or recent graduate, looking for support in the transition from university to the start of your career, join our Geography Undergraduate Career Hub & Oppurtunities group.
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