Career Shadow Day with the Board & Members of the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

Career Shadowing provides a behind-the-scenes look, a "Day in the Life," of a professional working in a career of interest. The focus of the experience is for you to learn more about a profession and an organization. Shadow day allows you to assess realistic career options. It is an opportunity to have frank discussions about the rewards/challenges of a career, learn about the skills and education required to succeed in the field, and gain an understanding of the professional's career path.

The experience helps students make informed career decisions. Students gain exposure to a company and develop connections, sometimes long-lasting friendships, with professionals in our community. We do not guarantee employment or an internship, but many students have landed jobs or internships by making a great impression.

The local Chambers of Commerce assist the University with finding matches with their Board or Business Members - https://www.sarasotachamber.com/board-of-directors.html

Shadowing occurs on Fridays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The day starts shadowing with the professional (9:00am to 11:00am) and wraps-up with lunch and networking with all students and professionals participating at at the Chamber of Commerce.

Please share your career interests using this form so that we can make a match for you: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/bzUETBW1e7

We will email you the professionals' contact information, company name, and address prior to the program. Please confirm receipt of the email and express enthusiasm and appreciation to the professional for participating.

Seating is limited - Students must be able to commit to the program. Students must be on-time, dress well, research the company and the professional, and have questions prepared.

Career Services is available to assist you with making career decisions and preparing for the shadowing experience.

For questions about the program, contact Toni Ripo at aripo@usf.edu.
To request accommodations, contact Student Accessibility Services at sas-sar@usf.edu.

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