Want to make the most of your winter break?
Curated with your career aspirations in mind, our Career Discovery Program is designed to provide an immersive and hands-on experience like no other. Imagine spending your winter break shadowing industry leaders, witnessing firsthand how they operate, and getting an inside look at their day-to-day operations. During the job shadowing experience, students have the opportunity to build their resume with industry-specific experience, expand their professional network, and identify the skills necessary to succeed in the industry.
We've carefully selected a diverse range of top companies across various sectors to ensure that you find the perfect fit for your interests. Whether you're passionate about finance, accounting, marketing, or another business related field, we've got you covered.
Shadowing opportunities will take place during the winter break and students can apply by completing the application process on Handshake (or another site) with the individual organizations that are of interest to you. You are welcome to apply to more than one. Click on the organization's title below to apply!
At Andersen, we don't just offer a career; we provide a thrilling expedition into the world of Tax, Valuation, and Business Advisory. We stand as a trailblazing force with the most extensive global presence among professional services organizations. You'll embark on a journey that transcends the ordinary, working with extraordinary clients spanning every industry, regardless of their size, because at Andersen, we are free from independence-related constraints that may hinder other firms.
Date: January 10, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024
Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services. The Group is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of clients’ opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Building on its strong 50-year+ heritage and deep industry-specific expertise, Capgemini enables organizations to realize their business ambitions through an array of services from strategy to operations.
Date: January 8, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: December 13, 2024
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Whether your needs are local or abroad, we promise to know you and help you. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
Date: January 13, 2025
Location: Champaign, IL
Application Deadline: December 13, 2024
Deloitte drives progress. Our firms around the world help clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. Deloitte invests in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds and empowers them to achieve more than they could elsewhere. Our work combines advice with action and integrity. We believe that when our clients and society are stronger, so are we. Deloitte is recognized as a leader of top talent and strives to be an organization where you can thrive.
Date: January 16, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: December 19, 2024
At EY, you will work with entrepreneurs, the biggest companies and entire countries to solve their most pressing challenges. We promise you an exceptional experience that is yours to build — using our opportunities, scale, technology, learning, and diverse and inclusive culture. We’re one of the world’s leading professional services organizations, with four integrated service lines: Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax.
Date: January 8, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: December 18, 2024
Grant Thornton is the brand for two professional services entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. Grant Thornton represents a community of more than 9,000 problem solvers, relationship builders, and industry specialists who know that how we serve matters as much as what we do.
Date: January 14, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: Rolling
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, providing innovative business solutions and audit, tax, and advisory services to many of the world’s largest and most prestigious organizations. KPMG is widely recognized for being a great place to work and build a career and is consistently named one of the nation’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune magazine. Cultivate your talents and thrive with us, where the work you do impacts markets around the world.
Date: January 9, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: November 27, 2024
For over 100 years, Miller Cooper has been achieving success in the middle-market by helping our clients, and our employees, win. As the largest independently owned and operated firm in the Chicagoland area, we are large enough to develop your passion; small enough to care. If you are looking for a firm that fosters an exceptional environment where employees can enjoy a unique blend of top-tier client interaction with a fun, friendly work atmosphere, then take a closer look at Miller Cooper.
Date: January 14, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024
Moneta is one firm with many solutions, and we provide a full spectrum of financial advisory services, but our true purpose is centered on building relationships and providing exceptional service to our clients around the globe. Moneta provides non-conflicted financial advice and unparalleled service with integrity and expertise. We are passionate about what we do; we act only in our clients best interests; and we deliver Raving Fan service.
Date: January 9, 2025
Location: St. Louis, MO
Application Deadline: December 20, 2024
At Plante Moran, business is never “just business” — it’s personal. It’s personal to our clients, and it’s personal to us. Our clients count on us to advance their businesses, chart new territories, build stronger strategies, and help support those who count on them. And with over 3,800 professionals in 23 locations across the Midwest, Rocky Mountain Region, and internationally — and a legacy that’s 100 years strong — we deliver. We’re proud to be one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms.
Date: January 8, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: November 22, 2024
At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 152 countries with over 327,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services. At PwC we're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. If you join us, you can help organizations meet the challenges and opportunities of the US marketplace in the areas of audit, tax and advisory.
Date: January 15, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: Rolling
West Monroe is a national business and technology consulting firm partnering with dynamic organizations to optimize their businesses. Our team of over 1,000 professionals is comprised of an uncommon blend business consultants and deep technologists, enabling us to design, implement, and run strategic solutions that significantly impact clients' profitability and performance.
Date: January 16, 2025
Location: Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: December 31, 2024
Grainger is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan, and the United Kingdom. We achieve our purpose, We Keep the World Working®, by serving more than 4.5 million customers with a wide range of products that keep their operations running and their people safe. Grainger also delivers services and solutions, such as technical support and inventory management, to save customers time and money.
Date: January 15, 2025
Location: Lake Forest, IL
Application Deadline: December 11, 2024
Note: Grainger has three different job shadow experiences available on Handshake in Finance, Merchandising and Supplier Management, and Supply Chain. They are listed individually on Handshake!
Who will cover the cost of housing and transportation to and from any job shadowing site?
Students are responsible for funding housing costs and transportation costs to the job shadowing site. Students should only apply for job shadowing opportunities that they will be able to complete. When possible, applying for job shadowing opportunities close to your home city can also help with travel and housing costs.
Will I be able to put the job shadowing experience on my resume?
Yes, you will! This is best added to your resume in a "Related Experience" section. Please see a Career Adviser to discuss how you can add your job shadowing experience to your resume.
I don’t have any experience in my field of interest. Can I still get a job shadowing opportunity?
That’s no problem! To apply for a job shadowing opportunity, you only need to show sincere interest in the possibility of a career in the field.
What should I wear and bring to the shadowing experience?
Some employers will provide you with attire guidance. For employers who do not, it's best to dress business casual or business professional. You may be doing a lot of standing or walking, so select comfortable shoes. You should bring a notebook/pen and any required personal items. You may wish to bring a backpack or tote bag to carry your items.