Career Services

Hear LU Studio Art alumni working in medicine and sciences share info about their career journeys:

– Lexi Ames ’17 | Studio Art & Biology Major | artist, deathcare worker, and science communicator
– Aedan Gardill ’18 | Studio Art & Physics Major | product development engineer at Mad City Labs
– Ora Raymond ’20 | Studio Art & Biochemistry Major | medical student at Uni of Minnesota
– Leila Raymond ‘23 | Studio Art Major | Dental Assistant and Project Manager at EXCELth Family Dental

Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 4:30 p.m., Memorial 002

The alumni will join us on campus in Memorial Hall 002 via Zoom. Bring your questions about these career fields!

September 26-November 7 | 12-1 p.m.
Warch 127 – Parrish Dining Room

When it comes to deciding your major and your career plan, what matters most to you?

Join Kevin Gaw (Career Center) any Thursday between Weeks 2-8 for an informal discussion about career discernment and early career plans. Drop-in any time.

Are you passionate about study abroad? Off-Campus Programs is hiring student workers for the 2024-25 school year!

Job Openings

London Centre Student Assistant

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The Lawrence London Centre Student Assistant position consists of helping the Off-Campus Programs Office with various aspects of promoting the London Centre program. Students average around 5-10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must have participated on a London Centre program 
• Genuine interest in promoting the London Centre on campus in Appleton 
• Excellent communication skills – Ability to articulate the benefits of a study abroad experience to prospective students to better facilitate cross-cultural competence   
• Organizational skills – to help plan fun and engaging events for students to learn more about the program

Outreach Specialist & Special Projects Assistant

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The Outreach Specialist and Special Projects Assistant position consists of helping the Off-Campus Programs Office with various aspects of promoting the study abroad and off-campus programs experience. Students average around 10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Previous participation in an off-campus study program is strongly preferred
• Should be able to articulate the benefits of a study abroad experience to prospective students to better facilitate cross-cultural competence.
• Must be genuinely interested in promoting inclusion in off-campus study to all members of the Lawrence campus.
• The student should also be experienced in social media management, especially Instagram.
• Should be innovative and creative and not afraid to share ideas on new ways of marketing and outreach.

Saturday, May 11 | 4-7 p.m.
Main Hall Green

Students can join the CCE team for a cookout, participate in community service projects, and meet community partners from local organizations on the Main Hall Green.

Monday, April 29 | 5-6 p.m.
Hiett 401

Join CA Ava and Ty Collins from the Career Center to perfect your LinkedIn profile and skills. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and complete your profile, make connections, and find job/internship opportunities, as well as tips to catch employers’ eyes.

Bring your laptop and also be entered in a raffle for $20 Lawlss gift card!

Transitioning to a New Job and Community

Tuesday, April 23 | 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Warch 414 – Runkel

As you prepare to leave Lawrence and embrace exciting new opportunities, we understand that adjusting to a new job and/or community can be both exhilarating and challenging.

In this session, we’ll explore essential aspects of succeeding in your new job, relocating, making new friends, and ensuring a smooth transition as you embark on this next chapter of your life.

Budgeting, Goals, and Emergency Funds

Tuesday, April 16 | 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Warch 414 – Runkel Room

As young professionals, it’s essential to strike a balance between earning and spending. Picking up where we left off last week, we’ll continue our discussions about managing your finances after graduation.

In this session, we’ll delve into the intricacies of personal finance, focusing on three critical aspects: budgeting, financial goals, and emergency funds. We’ll create a sample budget as a group and try to determine just how much you’ll need to earn to live the lifestyle you want!

Thursday, April 4 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. OR 5-6 p.m.
Warch – Pusey Room

Does networking give you anxiety? Here is your one stop shop to gain confidence and grow your professional network! Invite your friends, and sign-up on Handshake.

Sign up for 12:30-1:30 session

Sign up for 5-6 session

• Gain confidence in meeting people of authority
• Learn how to put together an elevator speech
• Uncover common questions to ask during networking events
• Find tips & tricks on how to make eye contact and shake hands
• Learn how to follow up and stay in touch with new contacts

The Career Center is hosting a series of sessions focused on working with seniors to help you feel ready for life after Lawrence! The series will take place Tuesdays in April at 5:15 p.m. in the Runkel Room (4th floor Warch).

If you register for the events in advance and attend, you will be entered in a raffle for a $250 prize basket including your choice of a $50 Amazon Gift Card or a Costco Membership, Magic Bullet Blender Set, a set of pans, LU swag, and more!

How to Navigate Your Financial Journey After Graduation

Tuesday, April 9 | 5:15 p.m.
Warch – Runkel Room

Personal Finance: Budgets, Goals, and Emergency Funds

Tuesday, April 16 | 5:15 p.m.
Warch – Runkel Room

Transitioning to a New Job and Community

Tuesday, April 23 | 5:15 p.m.
Warch – Runkel Room