Experiential Development

Look for volunteer opportunities in your community or church that may help you grow career readiness skills which include leadership, professionalism, communication, career and self-development, digital knowledge, teamwork, critical thinking or problem-solving, and intercultural fluency.  Check out VolunteerMatch to find volunteer opportunities in your area.  

Don’t forget to strategically choose your CSER to work on a specific skill or get industry experience.

Job shadowing offers a focused and immersive experience within a short timeframe. Shadowing offers a look into the day-to-day activities, gaining insight into the intricacies of a role, responsibilities, and workplace dynamics. Job shadowing also allows you to explore multiple professions or industries within a short period giving you a valuable tool for career exploration, skill development, and networking.

TIP: Check out our Networking Page for ways to find people to shadow. 

Internships offer vital experiential learning opportunities that help make connections between academic knowledge and real-world application. They provide:

Check out the 1,000s of internships on our job/internship board! 

Micro-internships provide a tremendous opportunity to explore different career paths and work on interesting assignments while demonstrating your abilities to potential employers. You also will build your professional portfolio and network! Micro-internships are often just a few weeks or a month-long, allowing you to do several internships in one semester. Most are virtual so you can do them while you are in school!

Our industry Career Coaches can help you think creatively about how to pursue experiential opportunities that build your skills and expand your network! 

Coaching is available on these topics:

• Career Discovery
• Resume Development
• Interview Preparation
• And More!