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Shadowing

Did you know...

Shadowing opportunities are short-term observational experiences that teams a professional and student in an effort to assist the student with his/her career planning process. They are designed to help you to identify and explore career options and observe the real working environment.

Depending on your field of interest, activities could include: attending meetings, going on sales calls, observing surgery or courtroom trials, listening in on conference calls, participating in some hands-on projects with the alum, etc. Shadowing visits may be arranged between the student and interested alums at various times of the year, including the school year and summer.

The Winter  Break Shadowing Program

Each year, during winter break, The Office of Career Services offers a formal shadowing program. In past years, up to 100 alumni from a wide variety of career fields and geographic locations have participated in the program. To participate in this program, students:

  • Attend a mini session in October to learn about the program
  • Choose 1-2 shadowing opportunities to apply for
  • Complete an application and submit a resume

The Office of Career Services will then match students with one or two of their opportunities based on the alumnus' requirements and the student's application. After matches are made, students then:

  • Attend a mandatory orientation session in order to receive important details and tips for the shadowing day
  • Contact the alumnus directly to set up the date and time of their shadowing day

Don't Miss Out! Additional Details will be available in October!