Career Services

The priority deadline for Summer Experience Funding applications has been extended to Friday, April 4!

If you’ve secured an unpaid or low-paid internship, research opportunity, or project this summer, you may be eligible for funding to help cover expenses such as housing, transportation, and living costs.

What is Summer Experience Funding?

We know that taking an unpaid or low-paying opportunity isn’t always financially possible. Thanks to the generous support of alumni and friends, this funding helps ensure you can pursue valuable experiences that expand your learning and build skills for your future career.

Available Funding Options

• Summer Experience Funding (for unpaid or low-paid internships/research)
• Dennis Huebner Pre-Law Fund (for legal career exploration)
• Eloise Frick Cherven Fund (for geology-related research and projects)
• Class of 1968 Peace & Social Justice Fund (for projects focused on social justice, peace, or environmental issues)
• Additional funding opportunities available—contact Michelle Buchinger for details!

How to Apply

• Check out the eligibility requirements and details here.
• Make sure to submit your application by April 4 to be considered for priority funding.

Don’t miss out on this chance to get financial support for your summer experience! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Michelle Buchinger at michelle.m.buchinger@lawrence.edu.

Saturday, Feb. 22 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Lambeau Field, Green Bay—Meet at Wriston Turnaround

The Wisconsin Broadcasters Student Forum at Lambeau Field is your backstage pass to the world of broadcasting and journalism. Whether you dream of being on-air, producing behind the scenes, writing an award-winning news piece, or managing media operations, this event is your chance to explore the possibilities, connect with industry professionals, and take your first steps toward an exciting career. See Handshake for details and sign up by Feb. 19.

Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 3-6 p.m.
Third St. Market Hall, Milwaukee

All students are invited to attend and explore opportunities at the Career Expo with 100+ companies seeking students and recent graduates for full-time, part-time, and internship roles. See Handshake for employer list and details, and email Danielle Kolman (danielle.kolman@lawrence.edu) to sign up for transportation. Limited spaces; sign up today!

From Pages to Airwaves: Explore Careers in Publishing and Radio

Thursday, Feb. 13 | All Day
Madison, WI | Meet at the Wriston Turnaround

Join us for an exciting day trip to Madison, WI, where you’ll explore the dynamic industries of publishing, radio, and journalism!

• Stop 1: University of Wisconsin Press: Get an inside look at how books are published, marketed, and sold. Discover the behind-the-scenes processes that bring impactful stories to life, meet with publishing pros, and learn about careers in publishing.
• Stop 2: Wisconsin Public Radio (WERN): Step into the world of radio programming and cultural arts. Tour the studios, meet radio professionals, discover how WPR selects and programs its music, and learn about the vibrant careers available in journalism and broadcasting.

We’ll also meet with the Program Manager at UW-Madison’s graduate school of Journalism and Mass Communication. This is your chance to connect with industry professionals, gain unique insights into creative careers, and experience Madison’s thriving cultural scene.

Itinerary

• 7:30 a.m. | Depart Lawrence from the Wriston Turnaround
• 9:30 a.m. | Arrive at the University of Wisconsin Press
• 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch at UW-Madison
• 1:30 p.m. | Arrive at Wisconsin Public Radio
• 3:30 p.m. | Depart Madison
• 5:30 p.m. | Arrive back at Lawrence

The deadline to register is Tuesday, Feb. 11!

Students are invited to a career discernment retreat at Björklunden February 21-23!

The retreat, called Charting Your Way, will focus on multiple factors that go into career exploration and planning, including your values, interests, and preferences. We will also work on résumés and LinkedIn profiles.

Space is limited, so sign up today! Registrations are due by Feb. 17 at 1 p.m.

If you have any questions, please email Kevin Gaw at kevin.gaw@lawrence.edu.

Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Warch 225-226 – Esch Hurvis & Mead Witter

Are you interested in the fields of Healthcare & Medical Professions or the Physical & Natural Sciences? Are you considering graduate school in these areas? If so, mark your calendars for this recruiting event!

You will have the opportunity to connect various recruiters and LU alumni to expand your professional network and gain full access to internships, early careers, and discover graduate programs in these areas!

All students, majors, and class years are welcome to attend.

Below are the organizations who will be there:

Employers:

• Aspirus, Inc
• Bellin Health
• City of Appleton
• Epic
• Fresenius Medical Care North America
• Lifespark
• LifeStance Health
• Merjent Inc.
• Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
• Partnership Community Health Center, Inc.
• ThedaCare
• U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service – Midwest Region
• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
• Wisconsin Early Autism Project

Graduate & Professional Schools:

• Marquette University Graduate School
• Medical College of Wisconsin
• University of Wisconsin – Madison, Masters of Bacteriology Program
• University of Wisconsin Stevens Point

Can’t make it to the showcase? The Career Center will help you contact any of the recruiters after the event. Contact Danielle Kolman at danielle.kolman@lawrence.edu for assistance.

Wednesday, Jan. 29 | 4:30-6 p.m.
Warch 308 – Kraemer Room

Students are welcome to join Career Center experts for informal one-on-one quick résumé reviews. No appointment is needed. Get immediate, personalized, and relevant feedback!

This event is for any level of résumé readiness.

Questions? Contact Kevin Gaw (kevin.gaw@lawrence.edu).

Tuesday, Jan. 21 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Warch 225 & 226 – Esch Hurvis & Mead Witter

Are you interested in the fields of Communications, Journalism, Written Arts (CJW) or the Visual & Performing Arts (VPA)? Or are you considering graduate school in these areas? If so, mark your calendars for this recruiting event!

You will have the opportunity to connect various recruiters and LU alumni to expand your professional network, gain full access to internships and early careers, and discover graduate programs in these areas!

Thursday, Oct. 24 | 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

All class years and all majors are invited to the Milwaukee Explore Trek where you’ll get behind the curtain and learn about stage production, costume design, administrative roles, and watch a live rehearsal with The Florentine Opera. See details and sign up on Handshake by Oct. 22. Space is limited.