Business & Entrepreneurship Center
Lawrence is forming strategic partnerships with community organizations to develop innovative living-learning spaces where students can collaborate with businesses and non-profits for hands-on experiential learning.
Career Development Resources
Don't know how to start looking for an internship or job? Need help writing a resume or cover letter? Check out these useful guides.
Workshops and Programs
Upcoming events pulled directly from Handshake will appear below.
Circle Logistics, Inc. - Virtual Job Fair (Tuesday, May 26th 2026, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EDT)
When: Tuesday, May 26th 2026, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EDT Location: Virtual About the event Looking for a career path you may not have yet considered? Join Circle Logistics for a quick 30-minute virtual job fair designed to introduce college students to opportunities in the trucking and logistics industry.In this session, we will walk through how freight moves across the country and the role logistics professionals play in keeping supply chains running. Our team will introduce the types of entry level roles available in trucking and third party logistics, explain what the day to day work looks like, and share how many professionals build long term careers in the industry. We will also discuss the skills that translate well to logistics and the types of opportunities available for students who are interested in a fast paced, relationship driven environment where performance and results matter.There will be time for open Q&A so you can ask questions about the work, training, career growth, and earning potential.Open to all college students who are curious about exploring a career path they may not have considered before. Join us to connect, ask questions, and learn more about what it’s like to work at Circle Logistics in Fort Wayne, IN. We look forward to meeting you! Please note: This event is intended for general information and career exploration. We will not be addressing the status of any applications currently in progress during this session.SMBC Resume Review Workshop (June 2026) (Tuesday, June 16th 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT)
When: Tuesday, June 16th 2026, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT Location: Virtual The SMBC Resume Review Workshop is meant to provide insight on how to make your resume become a reflection of your professionalism. We understand that the first step toward being an exemplary candidate is shown through your resume. Therefore, we will be providing each of you with insight on how to prepare a resume that properly reflects your knowledge, skills, and education. With these tools, you will understand how to demonstrate the value that you bring to a company within your resume. Not only will we be providing tips that are relevant to the financial industry, but we will also provide you with proper takeaways that you can bring with you anywhere as you grow into a young professional!Eligibility - Sophomore/2nd Year students in a four year undergraduate program. As this event is invite only and space is limited, please register at the earliest. We will notify you with the virtual event link once your participation is confirmed.Demystifying the McKinsey Interview (Wednesday, June 17th 2026, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT)
When: Wednesday, June 17th 2026, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT Location: Virtual Elevate your McKinsey application with our Resume and Case Coaching Workshop! This interactive session is designed to help you craft a standout resume and master the case interview process. Learn tips and strategies from experienced consultants on how to highlight your skills and experiences effectively. Casual, non-evaluative presentation for undergraduate and non-MBA masters students who are interested in learning more about our application and interview process.
Internship Spotlight
Lawrence has existing partnerships with local and national arts organizations, such as:
Breakthrough is a strategic transportation partner empowering shippers with data, technology, and market knowledge to reduce cost, create fair partnerships, and improve transportation network efficiency and sustainability. They've hired interns from Lawrence multiple times over the past several summers.
Explore more internship opportunities with existing partners.
Relevant Student Organizations
Joining a student organization can connect you with peers with similar interests and goals. Get involved, learn, experience, and give back.
- Rabbit Gallery
Alumni Connections
Alumni can offer invaluable insights into your fields of interest and provide career advice to help you reach your goals.
These Lawrence alumni are currently working in the visual or performing arts:
- Briana Faulkes '19, DEI/ESG Program Manager at Ellucian
- Ryan Aiello '18, HR Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Hoa Huynh '19, Finance Controller, Cost & Performance Management at ING
Connect with Lawrence Alumni on LUAA on LinkedIn for an informational interview.
Professional Associations
Professional associations are a great source of field-specific information, career path ideas, and networking contacts. Examples of associations for visual and performing artists: