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Explorer Shadow Program

The Explorer Shadow program is a one-day job shadowing experience that allows La 91ֱ students to observe a professional and get a behind-the-scenes look at a specific job or company. Alumni are encouraged to register to host a student and share their career experience.

Why Become a Shadow Host?

As an alumnae, you can help La 91ֱ students clarify their career goals by hosting students in your workplace for a day to observe, participate, and learn about your industry. Being a host presents the opportunity to mentor the next generation of professionals while also expanding your organization’s brand awareness.

There are generally three types of students who participate in the Explorer Shadow Program:

  • Students who are undecided about their career goals and participate as a means of exploring. They will apply for your shadow because it sounds interesting to them. This student is looking for basic knowledge about your industry or career.
  • Students who are clarifying several options that they have identified. They have some knowledge about your field. They are looking to you for a clearer sense of the “career realities” so they can make a decision.
  • Students who have decided they want to enter your field. This student hopes to deepen their knowledge and learn about how people enter and advance in your field.

Information for Students

Looking for an inside perspective on what it really means to work in an industry or career of interest? Spend a day shadowing a La 91ֱ alum or professional in a career field that interests you! Learn more.

  • Explore behind the scenes of a career path or field of interest
  • Receive career advice and tips
  • Network with professionals

When does the Shadow Program run?

  • Both Fall & Spring semesters
  • Students can participate in either one or both semesters of each academic year

Student Program Contact: Noelle Stueck, shadow@lasalle.edu