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Jobs for Students: What’s a Career Trek?

Explore your career interests, build professional connections with industry experts, and learn more about internships and full-time jobs with career trek programs at Shorelight universities.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work at a Silicon Valley startup, a major New York financial firm, or a Hollywood studio? By taking a career trek with your university’s career services team, you can go on a field trip to companies just like these and see in person how they operate. In addition to getting a “day in the life” glimpse at how these types of companies work, you’ll also get the chance to explore jobs for students, network with industry professionals, and learn more about your chosen industry in a real-world setting.

Continue reading to learn more about the benefits of career treks for international students.

What Is a Career Trek?

Career treks allow students to travel to different cities or countries to visit companies and organizations in person. Think of it as a professional field trip: You’ll meet employees, take guided workspace tours, hear presentations, and participate in Q&A sessions with different organizational representatives. Along the way, you’ll connect with industry experts, gain a first-hand understanding of workplace culture, observe day-to-day operations, and more. Career treks also offer insights into which skills are needed to perform specific roles and how development projects work, and they showcase jobs for students (especially potential internship and full-time job opportunities). 

During the pandemic, many career treks shifted online, and in some cases may still be offered virtually. 

No matter the format, career treks provide an engaging platform to network with professionals in a setting that’s both low pressure and well organized. It gives you the opportunity to market your strengths to employers while learning about job openings, application requirements, and hiring timelines.

What to Expect at a Career Trek

The start of a career trek usually includes a tour of the company you are visiting and an overview of the general workflow and communication channels. You may learn more about the structure or hierarchy of the team, overall work environment, and business operations procedures. There may be small breakout groups for specific roles and departments, lunch and learn sessions, and time for Q&A with different representatives across the organization.  

Many Shorelight universities offer career trek programs that enable students to directly connect with employers in the US. Here are just a few examples. 

Auburn University

At Auburn University ’s recent virtual career trek, students spoke with representatives from CNN, Macmillan Publishing, and Major League Baseball. Auburn alumni joined the trek to share their journeys from Auburn to their current roles. 

The virtual event was organized in one-hour time slots. The first segment began with a Zoom call featuring five executive producers and senior business editors in CNN’s Atlanta and New York City offices, speaking with students about how the news industry operates. The second, with Macmillan Publishing, focused on how to make the most of the university’s career resources and what it takes to excel in the publishing industry. Company representatives also spoke about potential jobs for students at their respective organizations, including internships and full-time roles.

Gonzaga University

Career treks at Gonzaga University are offered in multiple locations in the US, including Los Angeles, New York, Portland, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Spokane, and more. Students get to interact and learn from professionals at leading organizations, including Adidas, Amazon, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Boeing, Google, Meta, and many others. 

Gonzaga also provides a career trek in London, giving students an international perspective from companies such as Salesforce and Splunk. 

University at Buffalo

A recent two-day career trek to New York City with the University at Buffalo ’s School of Architecture and Planning included visits to high-end housing projects, water and energy conservation projects, and One World Trade Center, the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex. Students learned from industry experts about regional transportation planning and participated in an alumni-led Career Conversations networking event to discuss how major firms in the industry operate and recruit graduates. 

University of the Pacific 

The Tiger Trek program at the University of the Pacific is offered twice a semester at no cost. Students gain an inside look into the operations of companies such as LinkedIn, Netflix, Roku, and more. In the most recent trek to Bloomberg in San Francisco, employees spoke about their job roles, Bloomberg’s work culture, the hiring process, and jobs for students, including available internships and externships .

University of Wyoming 

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Wyoming organizes three- to four-day career treks for 14 selected students. Activities include company site visits, networking events with industry experts and alumni, and opportunities to learn about engineering and applied science in a real-world setting. Students also visit organizations such as Apple, AutoDesk, Baker Hughes, Google, NASA, and more.

How to Prepare for a Career Trek

Career trek programs may vary based on your university’s policies, alumni connections, and resources. The itinerary of each trek may differ from previous ones, offering different experiences suited for your degree and overall career development. By preparing for a career trek ahead of time, you can make the most of your experience.

Before you begin a career trek, your university will share the details and itinerary in advance. You’ll find out about the specific locations, program duration, accommodations and meals, daily schedule, and the companies you are going to visit. 

To prepare for a career trek:

Research the companies you are going to visit — Getting to know the companies in advance gives you a better understanding of their culture, operations, and overall management. You can also prepare a list of questions beforehand to ask a representative if you get the chance.

Choose appropriate attire for your trek — Check with your advisor about a dress code. If there isn’t one, business casual attire is recommended as the most appropriate for a professional setting. Checking the weather forecast of the area you will be visiting can also help you decide what to wear and whether you should take an umbrella, jacket, etc. 

Have copies of your updated resume — Remember to bring your resume and portfolio with you in case you have the chance to share them with a potential employer. Your resume should include your most recent achievements and contact information, so hiring managers can get in touch if they want further information or to schedule an interview.

A career trek can provide a wider perspective on the job market, inform you about jobs for students, and help you realistically plan your career pathway. Once you complete a career trek, you can work on building a career development plan where you can identify and progress toward your career goals. 

What Happens After the Career Trek?

After your career trek, you can use the information you learned to reevaluate your career plan and compare your current skills and academic background with industry standards. Figure out how you can meet the requirements of your potential employer and ways to set yourself apart from other candidates. 

If any of the businesses you visited aligned with your interests, consider following up with the firm’s hiring representatives. If you do not have access to their contact details, you can speak to your career counselors or get in touch with the company’s human resources office to learn more about their organization’s goals, recruitment process, and career openings. Try to keep your follow-up message respectful, short, and to the point!  

Once your career trek is complete, remember to apply your learnings within the classroom to enhance your learning experience and build the skills and knowledge to begin your career successfully. Shorelight’s Career Premium program provides additional courses and certifications, coaching and mentorship, and professional projects for you to enhance your skills and credentials and gain real-world experiences during your studies. Start working toward your dream job today!

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An immersion experience for sophomores and juniors.

Your support allows us to host annual career treks for prioritized industries and geographic locations.

Our location in Washington, D.C. leads to many opportunities for our students to meet face to face with professionals in careers they’re interested in. These in-person interactions are a crucial part of the career education process for our students and serve to expand recruiting pipelines for current and future Georgetown undergraduates.

But our students are interested in employers and industries that are not conveniently located right outside our gates, and we know that those employers will be interested in our students. So when they don’t come to us, we try to take our students to them.

By supporting our Career Treks initiative you will give Georgetown students the chance to travel to cities around the country to visit companies they might not otherwise get to connect with in person. Career treks take students on the road to meet Georgetown alums and other professionals, develop their relationships, expand their networks, and expand their awareness of the possibilities available to them.

Career Trek Examples

Not sure what a Career Trek might look like? You will find previous examples of our treks below.

Los Angeles Multi-Industry Career Trek

• 17 participants, 9 employer sites visited

“I went into the LA Career Trek with nothing but curiosity and excitement to learn from this multi-industry experience. The exposure that we got to the multiplicity of experiences that exist after graduation through networking, panels, Q&A’s, and presentations left me feeling inspired, empowered, and motivated to hone in on my intuition about my next chapter of life. Knowledge is power and this trip allowed me to tap into a whole realm of opportunities that I didn’t previously know existed.” Charlotte Jackson, Junior, Georgetown College

“Attending established companies like Google to boutique firms like Secret Weapon Marketing taught me that innovation can occur at any business–regardless of size. I am grateful to the Career Center for exposing me to the inner workings of several companies that I interact with on a daily basis.” Michael Moonjely, School of Foreign Service

New York Healthcare Management & Policy Career Trek

• 12 participants, 8 employer sites visited

“As a first generation student, I never had the exposure of the many distinct careers I learned about during this trip. In my perspective, there was only a handful of careers a healthcare major could pursue because they were the only one’s I had knowledge of. This was scary for me… but this trip gave me a sense of relief. The possibilities are limitless.” New York Career Trek Participant

“As a transfer into the Healthcare Management & Policy major, I really had no idea what my career options were… but this trek has absolved any apprehension I have about my future. I now feel as if I have a purpose beyond attending classes and taking exams. I saw the difference the employees of these companies make in the world, and now I know I can make that difference too.” New York Career Trek Participant

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Career treks.

Career Treks are a career exploration initiative that allows students to travel to various cities in order to gain insight into career fields of interest.

This is a great opportunity to for students and employers to network, discuss internship and full-time job opportunities, and for students to learn about the company's environment, day-to-day operations, and the hiring process and timeline.

Employers can sponsor a trip for a group of students to visit their city, tour their office, or meet virtually. Fees for treks will vary based on the trek agenda and location.

Fall 2024 Schedule

September 12-13: Science and Nature Trek (Minneapolis) | Student Cost: TBD

October 2: Business and IT Trek (West Des Moines) | Student Cost: Free

October 17-18: Writing and Publishing Trek (Chicago) | Student Cost: TBD

November 8: Therapeutic Rec Trek (Des Moines) | Student Cost: TBD

November 14-15: Forensics and Criminology Trek (St Louis) | Student Cost: TBD

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We will work with you to package your remuneration should you choose to salary sacrifice, ensuing we're as flexible as possible to meet your financial plans.

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Career Trek

The Career Trek program brings students into the workplaces of Emory alumni and friends to expose them to potential career paths and broaden their understanding of industries.

The program leverages Emory’s well-positioned and successful alumni in major cities across the country who are excited to share their insights and personal career stories with students.

Every Career Trek includes a variety of experiences that help students envision everyday life in major cities across the country.

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Through targeted learning, conversation, and informal networking with alumni, students will gain critical insights that inform their academic and career paths.

Career Trek’s activities include:

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Career Treks occur during Fall and Spring break each academic year. Students are expected to contribute $300 towards the total cost of the Trek, although need-based scholarships are available. **Eligibility:   Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior on the Atlanta or Oxford campus.**

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Career Trek’s learning model encourages participants to self-discover and grow. The Career Trek Process introduces young people to a process of learning and discovery. Participants grow in self-awareness and can better understand career opportunities. 

Through hands-on education, young people learn problem-solving and decision-making skills. Skilled, confident young people feel empowered and engaged as students.

Engaged students identify links between their studies and future education and career paths.

Every stage of Career Trek programming follows the same steps: doing, learning, assessing. Career Trek participants grow into young adults with a love for lifelong learning.

At Career Trek, young people don’t just learn about occupations. They learn to become their own career champions.

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Brian heads to Victoria to meet an accounting clerk who shares that he works on accounts payable and receivable, financial statements, and more. He really likes working with clients to help them achieve their financial goals.

An account manager solves clients’ problems and helps them achieve their financial goals. It’s important to be social for this work, and as Viviana finds out, there is nothing boring about it—no two clients, situations or days are the same in this fast-paced career.

An account manager for a corporate travel agency takes Brian on a tour of this career. He arranges everything from cars, hotels and flights for his company’s clients, getting them home to their families and making their day easier.

Sara, an acupuncturist, explains to Mariam how acupuncture can treat pain and help people get back to optimal health. The most rewarding part of her job is when her clients realize how powerful acupuncture is and how able their body is to heal.

Viviana goes to Victoria to meet an advertising marketer who works with clients to develop and evolve their brand strategies. This career would be ideal for someone who is creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial—and thrives under the pressure of deadlines.

Siraj takes Mariam on an inspection of an airplane, ensuring all components are safe for it to return to the sky. Watch as he explains how his job involves troubleshooting and digging deeper to solve problems.

An architect shows Brian how he uses sketches, technical drawings and 3D animation in his work. He talks about the many areas an architect can specialize in, from design architecture to technical architecture to business ownership.

Watch as Mariam travels to North Vancouver to meet Danielle, an audiologist. Danielle’s focus is to help people manage their hearing health and to ease communication difficulties. She describes an audiological assessment and explains what a great sense of accomplishment knowing how much she is changing someone’s life.

Brian meets with an AV technician who shows how he installs and operates lighting, audio and visual equipment to create event spaces—all within 24 hours! He says half the job is technical and the other half is service related.

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What are Tiger Career Treks?  

Career Treks are immersive learning experiences that allow students the opportunity to explore various industries and career paths by visiting companies and organizations.  

Why should I participate in a Tiger Career Trek?  

• Gain industry specific knowledge 
• Establish valuable connections and engage with employer partners  
• Confirm or make informed career decisions 
• Learn about internship (maybe job shadowing and co-op for local employers) and full-time employment opportunities 

Who can participate?  

All currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply for participation in Tiger Career Treks. You will receive an email invitation to participate 1 month prior to the start of the Trek. 

How can I participate in a Tiger Career Trek?  

Visit Handshake to sign up. Applications are accepted 2 – 3 months prior to the Tiger Career Trek event. Tiger Career Trek dates and application dates are provided in Handshake. Be sure to check the site for updates. 

Location: Norfolk Southern

City & State: Atlanta, GA

Trek Date(s): November 7, 2024 

Time: 7:30 AM – 5 PM 

Application Opens: August 15, 2024 

Application Deadline: September 19, 2024       

FAQs  

How long is a Tiger Career Trek?  

Tiger Career Treks can range from 2 to 4 hours or a span of 1 – 3 days. The length of the Trek depends on the employer partner’s location and availability. 

When and where do Tiger Career Treks occur?  

Tiger Career Treks will occur between Monday – Friday. Treks can be local or in various cities across the country. 

  What are the activities in which I will participate?  

Employer partners will arrange a variety of activities. Some activities may include company tours, networking opportunities, conversation with alumni, and question-and-answer panels.  

Are Tiger Career Treks virtual or in-person?  

Tiger Career Treks are in person. 

Is there a cost to participate in Tiger Career Treks?  

In some instances, students may be responsible for all transportation-related costs unless otherwise noted. Be sure to read the details associated with each Trek. 

Can students earn academic credit for attending Tiger Career Treks?  

Unfortunately, students cannot earn credit for participating in Tiger Career Treks. 

Are meals provided?  

Some employer partners offer refreshments and/or lunch. Be sure to read the details associated with each Trek. 

My schedule changed and I can no longer participate in the Tiger Career Trek. What should I do?  

Please email Lakeshia Mobley-Edwards [email protected] as soon as possible. This will grant another student the opportunity to attend.  

If you are interested in the Tiger Career Treks program, please contact our Career Connections, Assistant Director.

Lakeshia Mobley-Edwards

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Phone: (334) 844-4798

Email: [email protected]