Career exploration days offer a great introduction to specific career fields and allow you to explore a broad scope of careers within that industry, all in one shadow experience.
Job shadow opportunities from Kirkwood can show you how to succeed in these competitive, in-demand roles. You'll learn what it takes to set yourself apart for roles in business accounting, financial services, and management.
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Do you enjoy solving problems, servicing customers, and working with fellow employee-owners? Explore the growing fields of supply chain and warehouse logistics while learning how Van Meter’s culture and employee-owner experience makes it a fun place to work! Join the team for a tour of the facility and meet with operations and automations staff to learn about a variety of careers such as project management, distribution center team member, traveling construction coordinator, engineering, sales, marketing, and finance. Cap of 20. Held on Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Jacobson Institute presents DesignDash, a one-day, fast-paced entrepreneurial startup simulation. Participants work in teams to solve problems they face using entrepreneurial solutions that drive innovation forward. Entrepreneurs and local industry partners are onsite mentors. If you’re interested in problem-solving, developing solutions and starting your own business, this shadow is for you. Full-day job shadow, lunch provided. Held on Friday, April 25, 2025 from 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Go behind the scenes of one of West Branch's largest fundraising events during a job shadow with the Main Street West Branch team. Get a first-hand look at preparation for the annual Sweets for Success Live Auction and social event and assist with event planning tasks. You will also hear from members of the Hoover Foundation on non-profit fundraising and from a local business owner on what it is like to own an event venue. Scheduled for Friday April 11, 2025. Cap of 8.
If you are interested in a career within the tax industry, accounting, finance, and business analytics, you will want to attend this group job shadow. Tour one of our local offices and have the opportunity for conversations with tenured tax professionals and leaders about the industry and their experience and opportunities at H&R Block. Held in early March 2025. Cap of 20.
If you are interested in business and/or starting your own company, join us for this great day. We will attend a One Million Cups meeting where entrepreneurs come together to share their business ideas and get support. You will meet real entrepreneurs and learn the good, the bad, the ugly and how they started their business. It will be a panel Q&A discussion. Knowing the questions and answers helps entrepreneurs be more successful raising money (venture capital), and growing their startups.
Explore all aspects of digital and creative marketing at Clickstop! A leader in e-commerce, you’ll be shown how they live out their core value: ‘Think Big and Make it Happen!’ every day through a unique team culture. Learn about careers in graphic design, videography/photography, SEM/PPC, third party (Amazon) marketing and web design and development. Being exceptional at internet marketing is critical to the success of Clickstop’s brands. Cap of 15. Held February 18, 2025.
Ready to explore exciting career possibilities and gain insights into the world of project management? Join us at the Project Management Institute (PMI) Eastern Iowa Chapter Educational Summit gathering to be held at the Kirkwood Community College Main Campus. We’re looking for students who are eager to explore, learn, and connect with professionals in the dynamic field of project management. Event highlights include connecting with experienced project management professionals, diving into discussions on hot industry topics, and gaining valuable insights into future career opportunities. This unique job shadow and networking experience will be held in Spring 2025. You will be joined by other current Kirkwood project and construction management students. Don't miss this chance to discover your path to success!
Join us for an exciting seminar designed to introduce high school students to the world of real estate. Discover what it takes to succeed as a real estate agent or investor. We will explore the different career paths in the industry to gain valuable insights into residential real estate, commercial real estate, agriculture/land sales, and short term/long term real estate investing. This interactive session offers a behind-the-scenes look at a dynamic field, inspiring future entrepreneurs and professionals in the real estate industry.
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