One of Lawrence University's most popular and multi-faceted career communities. Explore the wide world of Business and the exciting world of Entrepreneurship in this career community.

Business is a broad term encompassing careers in consulting, finance, banking, real estate, business operations, management, marketing, human resources, and insurance. Entrepreneurship also encompasses a wide range of careers, but generally refers to identifying a need and starting a business or enterprise to fill that void. Roles in a “start-up” environment can span many industries and job functions.  A common factor in entrepreneurial careers is fast-paced, ambiguous environments where you move rapidly from idea to action. 

Business & Entrepreneurship students working on business pitch with advisors in B&E Center Board Room

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.

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Get Career Advising

Meet with Grace Kutney, the dedicated advisor for the business and entrepreneurship community.

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Enter the BE Resource Portal

Already joined the BE career community? Go to the BE Resource Portal. You'll also find career-specific resources related to business and entrepreneurship, such as consulting, finance, sports administration, investment banking, human resources, marketing and more!

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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.

Lawrence students won first place at The Pitch. They are posing with their trophy.

Workshops and Programs

Upcoming events pulled directly from Handshake will appear below. 

  • Fireside Chat with Chief Strategy Officer at Enterprise Strategy, American Express (Wednesday, October 29th 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm EDT)

    Mon, 10/06/2025 - 3:18pm
    When: Wednesday, October 29th 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm EDT Location: Virtual About Enterprise StrategyEnterprise Strategy (ES) is the internal consulting division of American Express. We work directly with the CEO, the executive team, and senior leaders to provide thought leadership and an external perspective on the most important strategic priorities of the company. About the Fireside ChatJoin us for an informal moderated conversation with Chief Strategy Officer at American Express on Wednesday, October 29 at 12:30-1:15pm ET. We look forward to sharing more about the team, recruiting opportunities, the differences between internal/external consulting and more. We will make time to answer student questions! Details to join the virtual event below:Join link:https://amextraining.webex.com/amextraining/j.php?MTID=m2986c59575eca86fb16021549d0498fdWebinar number:2534 923 3216Webinar password: YJkhX7nJ3J3 (95549765 when dialing from a phone or video system)Join by phone:1-844-621-3956 United States Toll Free+1-650-479-3208 United States TollAccess code: 253 492 33216  

  • BE & TD Career Communities Corner - Fall Term - Week 7 (Thursday, October 30th 2025, 9:30 am - 10:30 am CDT)

    Wed, 08/20/2025 - 10:51am
    When: Thursday, October 30th 2025, 9:30 am - 10:30 am CDT Location: Briggs Hall, 4th Floor Alcove Drop by with your quick questions for Grace, the career community advisor for both the Business & Entrepreneurship and Technology & Data Sciences communities. Thursdays (except during reading period & finals). No appointment necessary!

  • Inventory Allocation in Action (Thursday, October 30th 2025, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm EDT)

    Wed, 08/27/2025 - 11:11pm
    When: Thursday, October 30th 2025, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm EDT Location: Virtual What does it take to get the right products to the right stores at the right time? In this interactive session, you’ll explore a real-world allocation scenario and see how our Allocation team plays a critical role in Burlington’s success. In this session, you will:-Participate in a mock allocation exercise-Learn how allocation decisions directly impact customers and sales-Discover the skills needed to thrive in Allocation roles LEARN MORE HERE. Questions? Email earlycareer.recruiting@burlington.com! 

Internship Spotlight 

Lawrence has existing partnerships with local and national arts organizations, such as: 

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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.

Get funding for internships

As a Lawrence student, you're eligible to apply for funding to support summer internships. Funding can help defray transportation costs, living expenses, and more so you can pursue opportunities that will expand your classroom learning and help you acquire important transferrable skills for future success.

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Relevant Student Organizations 

Joining a student organization can connect you with peers with similar interests and goals. Get involved, learn, experience, and give back. 

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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:

Connect with Lawrence Alumni on LUAA on LinkedIn for an informational interview.

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Prepare for an informational interview

Not sure where or how to start with an informational interview? We've got your back!

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: