About the Career Crawl Program
Toppel’s Career Crawl program gives you the opportunity to discover what it’s really like to be a professional in a city of interest to you! Why should you be excited to participate in a Career Crawl?
- Visit local employers on-site or virtually: Experience their work environment and company culture firsthand. Learn about current and emerging career paths in that organization and industry. Engage in interactive activities designed to give you a feel for their work.
- Meet UM alumni: Get answers to the questions you’re eager to ask. How did they find employment and make connections in that city? What was the most challenging aspect of their transition from Miami? How much does an apartment in the city really cost?
- Enhance your career readiness: Hear advice on what you should be doing NOW to successfully transition to that city’s workforce after graduation. Gain insight into the skills and qualities that will make you stand out to employers. Reflect on how your Career Crawl experience has shaped your professional development.
Eligibility
- UM sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are currently enrolled full-time
- Applicants cannot be under any judicial sanctions
- Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.75
Career Crawls
Upcoming Career Crawls
Information Coming Soon
Past Career Crawls
London (October 2024)
Site Visits: Skyscanner, Hogan Lovells, Bloomberg, Morgan Stanley, Canary Wharf Group, The Felix Project, and the British Museum.
Arts & Sciences in Washington, D.C. (October 2024)
Co-sponsored by the College of Arts & Sciences and Toppel Career Center
Site Visits: Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Federal Reserve Board, Library of Congress, the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, and more.
Arts & Sciences in NYC (March 2024)
Co-sponsored by the College of Arts & Sciences and Toppel Career Center
Site Visits: Pfizer, Estée Lauder, Bloomberg, Schonfeld Strategic Advisors, MoMA, CBS News
Virtual Career Crawl (October 2021)
Focus: Intelligence Agencies
Participating Organizations: Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Virtual Career Crawl (April 2021)
Focus: Technology Industry
Participating Organizations: Tesla, Microsoft, Citrix
Virtual Career Crawl (January 2021)
Focus: NYC
Participating Organizations: Bloomberg, ESPN, SiriusXM
Virtual Career Crawl (November 2020)
Focus: West Coast
Participating Organizations: Google, Nike, Netflix
Washington, DC (May 2017)
Industry Focus: Government and Public Service
Site Visits: FBI, Capitol Hill (Offices of Congressman Carlos Curbelo, Congresswoman Ann Mclane Kuster, Congressman Brian Mast), Peace Corps, Federal Reserve Board, U.S. Department of State
Miami (April 2017)
Industry Focus: Hospitality
Site Visits: Carnival, National Hotel (Panel featuring Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association, Daycation App, Port Miami, and Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau)
New York City (March 2017)
Industry Focus: Media and Branding
Site Visits: Yelp, NBC News, Ogilvy & Mather, Canon Solutions America (Ralph Lauren, CBS Radio, and Nielsen canceled due to weather)
London (October 2016)
Industry Focus: Global Careers
Site Visits: LetterOne, Chime Communications Limited, Corsair Capital LLC, Diageo, Morgan Stanley, White & Case LLP, Robert Walters
Washington, DC (May 2016)
Industry Focus: Government & Public Service
Site Visits: Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute, Alpine Group, MAXIMUS, US Global Leadership Coalition, Federal Reserve Board, U.S. Department of State
Downtown Miami (April 2016)
Industry Focus: Nonprofit
Site Visits: Miami Foundation, Knight Foundation, United Way Miami-Dade
Testimonials from Past Participants
“This trip opened my eyes to a world of possibilities I am now excited to seek. I know that in the future I will remain grateful to the London Career Crawl for pushing me to better understand the lifestyle I want to pursue!” – Sara Hernandez Ramirez, Industrial and Systems Engineering (London, Fall 2024)
“[The London Career Crawl] is truly the single most inspirational experience of my undergraduate career, and I am honored that you believed in my ability to contribute to this meaningful program.” – Zoe Leader, Political Science (London, Fall 2024)
“I feel that I connected deeply with more professionals in a field I would like to be in and realized that my background is not as important as what I can do with it.” – Bella Ochoa, Psychology & Criminology (Washington, DC, Fall 2024)
"Beyond the agencies themselves, I found immense value in meeting and connecting with professionals from such varied government sectors. Each person I spoke with provided unique insights into their career journeys, the challenges they face, and the skills they use daily."– Bilal Raza, Computer Science - Crypt Security (Washington, D.C., Fall 2024)
“The Career Crawl: NYC was a magnificent experience. Through this experience, I gained knowledge in the professional field and how to set myself up for success right now.” – Aiden Orleans-Pobee, Microbiology and Immunology (New York City, Spring 2024)
“From getting to know and bond with the other participants to meeting professionals at each company, to engaging in conversation with UM alumni, every interaction offered me a new insight on career, personal development, and overall finding success and happiness.” – Lucia Moglia, International Studies and Global Health Studies (New York City, Spring 2024)
