“Using LinkedIn for policy roles” by Horizon Institute for Public Service

Home / Tips & resources / Using LinkedIn for policy roles Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 12 min read Share Using LinkedIn for policy roles This guide explains how to effectively use LinkedIn to build your professional network and identify and pursue policy-focused roles (e.g. in Congress, think tanks, state legislatures). ---Outline:(00:51) How to optimize your profile(06:41) Examples: About sections(06:54) "About" section examples(09:22) What to post and share(10:39) How to search for policy jobs on LinkedIn(12:41) Using LinkedIn to build your policy network(13:26) Who should you message?(14:28) What should you say?(16:58) Further resources(17:04) Notes --- If you’re interested in pursuing a career in emerging technology policy, complete our Policy Career Interest Form, and we may be able to match you with opportunities suited to your background and interests. The original text contained 9 footnotes which were omitted from this narration. --- First published: February 19th, 2026 Source: https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/using-linkedin-for-policy-roles