Career Resources for Students

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Your Career Toolkit is Here

Whatever your vision—and no matter how often it changes—the Career Development Office at Leeds will be your partner in understanding how a calling becomes a career. Our team is connected to professionals across every
imaginable industry and offers personalized support and connections to help you find the right path.

This page is your one-stop shop for all the resources needed to be successful in your journey from college to career.

Lastly, our Career Development team curates an extensive list of internship and full-time job opportunities. You can access the file by following this link . 

Where to Meet Employers

 

 

  • Find jobs across companies from one website
  • Become searchable and findable to employers that are actively recruiting
  • Connect with employers digitally

 

  • Meet employers in-person right here at Leeds
  • Networking opportunities

 

Career Treks

  • Earn a competitive edge by meeting employers onsite
  • Learn what "a day in the life" is as an employee

Templates

Use the resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile templates below to stand out to employers!

 

  
Resume Template
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Cover Letter Template
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LinkedIn Profile Template
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Areas of Emphasis Career Guides

Accounting

The accounting area of emphasis is designed to prepare students for careers in accounting, general and financial management, financial analysis, taxation, auditing, and accounting information systems. There are typically two initial placement options upon graduation, beginning your career in corporate accounting, or earning your Certified Public Accountants (CPA) certification for public accounting. The CPA requires extra coursework to get to 150 credits – students have the option to go for a 5th year Masters Program. Download the Accounting Career Guide

The area of emphasis in Business Analytics focuses on the exciting and fast-growing field of data science and management. This interdisciplinary emphasis teaches students how to interpret and use data in driving strategic business decisions. Coursework emphasizes the application of new tools and statistical methods to solve problems in marketing, supply chains, operations and other key business disciplines. This technical, quantitative curriculum prepares students for in-demand roles as consultants, analysts and managers in virtually every industry. Download the Business Analytics Career Guide

The finance program is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level positions in the financial services industry, including career paths in corporate and public finance, banking, and personal and institutional wealth management. Students study foundational concepts in accounting, financial analysis, financial reporting, and macroeconomics as well as specialized areas including mergers and acquisitions, valuation, entrepreneurship, derivative securities, and foreign exchange markets. Students also benefit from access to the Burridge Center for Finance and Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Real Estate Center as well as numerous student-run clubs. Download the Finance Career Guide

In this program, you learn that entrepreneurial approach to business and apply it in solving problems unique to your career interests. This ensures you graduate able to work effectively in team settings, navigate complex organizations and advocate for your innovative ideas—and your value as a professional. To help you further define your professional ambitions, you complete a specialized track that gives you deeper industry exposure, preparing you to work in the field of your choice. Download the Career Resource Guides for the various Management & Entrepreneurship Tracks: 

Talent Management | Information Management | Leadership | Operational Management | Social Responsibility & Sustainability | Strategy & Entrepreneurship 

Marketing students find career opportunities in digital marketing and analytics, making use of big data to understand and serve customers. They also take positions in sales and sales management, public relations, marketing and communications, advertising agencies, pricing, channels of distribution and logistics, retail management, international marketing and business-to-business marketing. Download the Marketing Career Guide

The real estate area of emphasis is designed to prepare students for careers in the commercial real estate industry. While many Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ students explore careers in the financial side of commercial real estate, this industry offers a vast array on career paths including investment, development, asset/ property management, title insurance, valuation, sales, and marketing. Download the Real Estate Career Guide

Additional Resources

 

 

Build real-life skills through online workplace simulations.

Offering short-term projects usually spanning 10-40 hours

Launch your career with micro-internships

Gain insight into what it's really like to work at certain company or profession*

*You must be logged into Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ Wifi the first time you sign into Vault

Meet with Career Development

 

Jessica Baumgarten

Consulting Career Coach

Jessica Baumgarten specializes in helping students pursue careers in consulting. She has experience in working in the nonprofit sector, sports marketing & sales, and Fortune 500 companies. Jessica is excited to assist the diverse population of undergrads as they shape their unique career direction.

Susan Brodnicki

Finance Career Coach

Susan Brodnicki helps finance students whose last names end with A-K. Prior to joining Leeds, she spent 12 years on Wall Street and has experience in Fixed Income Institutional Sales and Hedge Fund Trading as well as capital financing. Susan is passionate about helping students explore, identify and pursue careers in the financial industry.

Elizabeth Ferguson

Accounting, Business Analytics, Management Career Coach

Elizabeth Ferguson helps students navigate the transition from college into the wide variety of professional careers. She excels in helping you explore and consider different paths along your career journey. Her background includes experience in consumer products, travel technology, and health and wellness.

 

 

Amanda Hansen

Director of Undergraduate Career Development

As the Director of the Career Development team, Amanda Hansen is here to help you strategize, share information on our resources, and chat with you about our top hiring companies. She can also help you optimize your LinkedIn profile and share tips on networking.

Andrew North

Finance Career Coach

Andrew North works with finance students whose last names end with L-Z. He holds a professional background in Investment Banking and Equity Research. Andrew has interviewed and hired junior bankers and has first-hand knowledge about what goes into the finance recruitment process.

Erin Penberthy

Real Estate Career Coach

Erin Penberthy partners with students pursuing a career path in real estate. Erin assists students with many aspects of professional development including job and internship search, resume and cover letter writing, networking, etc... Erin's professional background includes career coaching and working in high-growth, technical startups. She also obtained her real estate license in the state of Å·ÃÀ¿Ú±¬ÊÓƵ.

Denise Sparks

First and Second Year Career Coach

Denise Sparks is here to help our first and second year students as they are getting started in their career journey. She covers all of our areas of emphasis and provides guidance on helping students discover their own path. She is excited to discuss your personal strengths and interests to help you determine what careers might be the best fit for you. Denise has spent her career in industry exploration and recruiting.

Magan Taylor

Marketing Career Coach

Magan Taylor is excited to share her industry experience and partner with Leeds juniors and seniors as they navigate their marketing careers. She has previous experience in the adverting publisher space, media sales, client services, product management, business development and shopper marketing. She started on the Career Development team in September of 2024 and will be available for student appointments soon.   

Still have questions? Reach out! 

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