On November 14, 2024, a group of Columbia undergraduate students visited Major League Soccer (MLS), the governing body for the premier professional soccer league in North America. A panel session of MLS staff shared their career journeys, roles, responsibilities, and favorite memories and projects.
On November 20, 2024, a group of Columbia undergraduate students visited Rokt, a dynamic e-commerce company that has redefined the online shopping experience. Read on for an overview of Rokt’s approach, values, and culture, and for student reflections on the site visit experience.
The Center for Career Education (CCE) is excited to announce the completion of another successful application cycle for the Work Exemption Program (WEP) for the Fall 2024 semester. As an enhancement to financial aid for undergraduate students in Columbia College and Columbia Engineering, the WEP program provides Columbia Grants to support eligible students’ pursuit of unpaid internships, research projects, and community outreach.
This summer, CCE’s Employer and Alumni Relations team explored opportunities for students in North Carolina’s “Research Triangle” which is centered around Duke University, NC State, and UNC Chapel Hill. The team engaged in meaningful discussions with a diverse group of employers in sustainability, biotech, science, engineering, the humanities, and more!
During the Center for Career Education’s trip to Chicago this summer, Senior Associate Director of Employer and Alumni Relations Karla Puga had the opportunity to connect with two Columbia alumni: Collin Woldt, a paralegal at Kirkland & Ellis, and Robert Mosher, partner and co-owner of the Michelin-star restaurant Monteverde. Karla spoke with Collin and Robert about their career paths, experiences working and living in Chicago, and advice for current students and recent graduates.
This summer, CCE’s Karla Puga, Senior Associate Director of Alumni and Employer Relations, visited Chicago to learn more about career paths and opportunities in the Windy City. Read on for a blog post from Karla sharing her experiences and highlighting key takeaways.
Washington, D.C. is a major hub for Columbians both for summer internships and post-graduation plans. Read on for insights we gained visiting with think tanks, research & advocacy organizations, and government offices, including employment opportunities and tips for applying.
This summer, CCE’s Employer & Alumni Relations Team traveled coast to coast, visiting major cities to discover career opportunities for students. Jazmin Lesane traveled to Seattle, Washington, a hub of innovation, technology, and social impact! Read on for her key takeaways.
This summer, CCE’s Employer & Alumni Relations Team is hitting the road again to explore careers, industries, and employers across the country! First on the intinerary is Bianca Bryson’s trip to Atlanta, Georgia.
Over spring break, 104 Columbia students visited 12 employers across New York City through the Site Visit Program. This program gives students a firsthand look at what it’s like to work at employers across industries. Read on for key takeaways from each site visit.
This spring break, Columbia University’s Center for Career Education (CCE) offered students a remarkable opportunity to explore the professional landscapes of San Francisco through its Site Visit Program.
Consulting application season is almost here! If you are planning to apply to jobs or internships for summer 2025 , you’ll find useful recruiting timelines, guidance for preparing, and helpful tips for interviewing below.
Are you interested in a career in tech? LionSHARE , powered by Handshake, is an online platform available exclusively to students and alumni served by the Center for Career Education (CCE) where you’ll find job postings, information sessions, and virtual and in-person recruiting events. However,...
On Monday, March 25, 2024, the Center for Career Education (CCE) hosted Five Rings for a Design Your Next Steps workshop on Tech Interview Tips: Software Development. Five Rings is a quantitative proprietary trading firm founded with a vision of combining strategy, innovation, and technology to...
Congratulations on your graduation! CCE is here to support your career journey—wherever it takes you. Here’s a roundup of key resources for recent graduates.
