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Meet Grace Blauvelt, a senior majoring in finance and marketing!

What began as a single email from the Toppel Career Center quickly became a life changing opportunity for Grace. After spotting a message about Citi visiting campus, her curiosity sparked an interest in the company’s early career program, an interest that soon led to an internship with Citi.

Throughout her internship, Grace gained firsthand insight into how a global financial institution operates while building critical analytical and professional skills. Inspired by her experience, she took her involvement a step further by becoming a Citi Campus Ambassador, leading coffee chats and creating meaningful networking opportunities for fellow students.

Grace credits Toppel for supporting her at every stage of the journey. From one-on-one resume reviews to online resources that guided her through the application process, Toppel helped her clearly articulate her academic and professional experiences and position herself as a strong candidate.

This rewarding journey has come full circle as Grace prepares to return to Citi this July as a full time Services Analyst in New York City.

Piece of Advice:

“Don’t be afraid to leverage the UM network and reach out to alumni; almost all are more than willing to help and want to see you succeed. Those conversations and connections can make a huge difference and open doors!”

Apr. 28	Fulbright Info Session @ 3PM
May 6	How to Navigate Interstride to Maximize Your Job/Internship Search @ 2PM
May 18	Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship @ 9AM
May 21	Job Search Strategy for International Students @ 4PM
Jun. 18	Job Search Strategy for International Students @ 4PM

Graduating Student Survey

Graduating? We’d Love Your Feedback.

As you prepare for graduation, we invite you to take just five minutes to complete the confidential Graduating Student Survey. Your responses help the University better understand your UM experience and your plans after graduation.

If you’re still exploring job opportunities, Toppel Career Center is here to support you. Be sure to access our 8 Step Job Search Toolkit for guidance on next steps in your search.

Before you go, remember to update your Handshake and LinkedIn profiles with your post graduation plans and a current photo. You can stop by Toppel to use our free self service professional headshot photo booth. We also encourage you to take a photo in your cap and gown, a great way to mark from student to professional glow up.

Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience and prepare for what’s next.

Using Handshake to Get Internship Ready After Finals

Finals season is all about survival mode. But once exams are over, it’s time to shift gears and get ready for your summer internship. Before day one hits, Handshake can help you feel more confident and prepared (without adding stress).

Use Handshake to research roles similar to your internship, explore employers in your industry, and understand what skills matter most. Not interning this summer? Handshake is still a great place to save fall opportunities, follow employers, and stay on track.

Think of Handshake as your post-finals career reset: low effort, high reward, and a smart way to head into summer feeling ready, not overwhelmed.

Log in to Handshake now!

No Summer Internship Yet? You Still Have Options

If you weren’t able to secure a summer internship, you’re not alone and you still have opportunities to gain valuable experience. Through resources supported by the Toppel Career Center, students can build skills and strengthen their resumes with micro internships through Parker Dewey and simulated professional projects through Forage.

Parker Dewey offers short term, paid, project based micro internships with real employers, allowing you to gain hands on experience while exploring different career paths. Forage provides virtual, employer designed projects that simulate real workplace tasks, helping you develop practical skills and better understand what roles and industries are really like.

Both options are flexible, accessible, and resume worthy, making them a great way to stay career ready this summer. Whether you’re continuing your search or exploring new paths, Toppel is here to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.

Internships

Job Postings

Fulbright Info Session

Toppel Spotlight

Software Engineering Intern
Knot

Accounting Intern
Momentum

Investments Intern
CRICO

Communications Intern
Novelis

Construction Management Intern
Acclaim Collier Engineering

Photography Intern
Hashira Studios

Research Recruitment and Applied Neuroscience Internship
Orbit

Graphic Design & Creative Strategy Intern
En Maison Studio

Process Improvement Engineer
CEVA Logistics

Marketing Intern
Thumos LLC

Junior Staff Accountant
AutoNation

Operational Management Program
Avis Budget Group

Research Nurse
NYU Langone Health

Communications Associate
Keybridge Communications

Finance & Accounting Analyst
Ferrosource LLC

Music Therapist
Marshfield Clinic Health System

Special Education Teacher (All grades)
NYC Public Schools

IT Specialist
US Gov Early Careers

Industrial Engineer - Supply Chain
Lowe's Companies Inc

Forensic Accounting Associate
Yip Associates

Thinking about taking your academic or professional journey global?

The Office of Academic Enhancement is hosting a Fulbright Information Session to explore how you can apply for Fulbright, a fully funded opportunity to pursue graduate study, conduct research, or teach abroad. Open to U.S. citizens, Fulbright offers unforgettable international experiences while building your career credentials. UM alumni are eligible to receive personalized support services during this application cycle, with opportunities beginning as early as August 2027.

Join online on Tuesday, April 28 at 3:00 pm to explore the application process, timelines, and tips for a strong application. Your global future could start here.

Click here to register!

Hailey Alston

Career Education Intern

Meet Hailey, a senior majoring in management & legal studies from Indianapolis!

Hailey has made the most of her UM experience by being involved in several organizations, including United Black Students, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Belonging in Business, and Student Government. Through these experiences, she stepped into multiple leadership roles and served on several executive boards, while also completing a summer internship with Career Focus Inc., a nonprofit focused on career development and workforce placement for students with disabilities. As she looks ahead, Hailey is excited to build new connections and learn about innovations in her future career field. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships and approaches every assignment as an opportunity to grow her skills and professional network.

Piece of Advice:

“No one who is successful has gotten there alone, so use your community to its fullest potential.”

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