How do I gain relevant experience in business and marketing education?
Experiential learning is “learning by doing.” It is a great way to gain experience relevant to your field of study and helps connect classroom theory to the “real world.”
Experiential learning can help you gain the skills employers seek [.pdf].
Internships
Internships are a great way to gain hands-on, practical experience in a position that interests you as a potential career.
BME internship resources
- Food Dude marketing internship [.pdf], University Dining Services
- Green Team marketing internship [.pdf], University Dining Services
Volunteer
Service learning
International opportunities
An international learning experience is life changing! Imagine living with a host family and learning a new language in Mexico, participating in an educational research project in England, or interning in a clinic in Ecuador.
- Learning Abroad Center
- Study abroad in business and marketing education [.pdf]
- Learning abroad minor
For assistance clarifying your career direction, or for assistance regarding internships, job searches, and résumé writing, visit the ETC Services center in Appleby Hall 127 or call 612-625-3339 to schedule an individual appointment with a career counselor.
September 2007