Find Key Contacts Handout (PDF)

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know anyone there,” then this is the place to start!

This handout walks you through how to find WGU alumni, recruiters, and employees at the companies you’re interested in. You’ll learn which tools to use (like LinkedIn and Handshake), how to search for people who might be able to help, and where to look for contact info.

To locate the file, follow these steps:

  1. Once located, double-click to open it or move it to your desired folder.
  2. Open your computer’s file explorer (e.g., Finder on Mac or File Explorer on Windows).
  3. Navigate to the “Downloads” folder, typically found in the sidebar or under “This PC” (Windows) or “Go” (Mac).
  4. Look for the file you just downloaded—it should be listed by its name or download date.

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