Job Search & Networking

A one-on-one appointment with an advisor can help you develop a Job Search plan that’s suited to your career goals. Visit OWL-Careers to make an appointment.

As a Rice Business student, you have access to thousands of alumni who work in different industries across the globe. Tapping into this network – through online platforms or coffee chats – is critical to your career success.

Although networking often does result in job opportunities, the point is not to simply use others to find jobs. It is a lifelong process of expanding your sphere of influence, helping others, and receiving help in return. The resources found on this page will guide you through the full cycle of job and internship search as well as networking, from creating the perfect pitch to ramping up your online profiles.

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Job Search Strategy

Below are some resources to support the job search process. Use these tools to learn how to work smarter (and faster) to secure your first interviews.

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Coffee Chat

Learn about coffee chat etiquette and how to make the most of these conversations using best practices and tips from the CDO.

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Back in the Heart of Houston Healthcare: A Revitalized Career Trek Experience

Published on May 7, 2025

By Amy Pan, Associate Director & Employer Engagement Relationship Manager, Rice Business Career Development Office

Back by popular demand (for the first time in six years), our revitalized Healthcare Trek took students straight into the heart of Houston’s world-renowned medical …

By Troy Tabner

Navigating a Career Transition? Rice Business is Here for You.

Published on May 1, 2025

Career transitions — whether anticipated or unexpected — can be challenging. If you’ve recently been laid off, are exploring a new direction, or simply considering your next chapter, you’re not alone. At Rice Business, we’re committed to supporting our alumni with resources …

By Tyler L. Hough

Investment Banking Coffee Chat Guide: Questions, Topics, Tips, & How to Prepare
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Published on April 21, 2025

A coffee chat is your shot to connect with a senior banker, analyst, or associate on a human level. These casual conversations offer an insider’s view of the firm, team culture, and career paths, and they often lead to mutual …

The Hidden Job Market: How to Land Senior Roles Before They’re Posted

Published on April 14, 2025

Have you been hunting for a senior role and feel like you aren’t doing something right since jobs are getting snatched up quickly? You’re not imagining it because many executive and senior-level positions get filled before they hit a job …

By Ivy Exec

How to Grow Your Network Without Awkward Small Talk

Published on March 4, 2025

Stepping into a new field comes with a unique set of challenges – one of the biggest being the need to build a strong professional network. For those who thrive in structured conversations and prefer more profound, more meaningful discussions …

By Ivy Exec