Inter-LS 210: Next steps

Career Exploration Center Links to an external site.

"Our center is designed to assist students in exploring majors and careers. We help undergraduate students focus on their interests, values, strengths, and personality to give them the tools they need to make decisions about their careers and their futures."

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Majors and Certificates Links to an external site.

The College of Letters & Science is the beating heart of the the university. We are home to the bulk of UW–Madison's academic offerings and student activities. See what interests you!

Undergraduate Research Links to an external site.

Students may pursue research opportunities during their first two years through the Undergraduate Research Scholars program. Students may write an senior thesis through the L&S Honors Program Links to an external site.. All of these are great opportunities to improve your critical thinking and complex communication skills, build your professional network, and demonstrate your depth of knowledge to an employer – or to a graduate school admissions committee.

Writing Links to an external site.

Writing-intensive courses can be found at all levels of the curriculum, and in all sorts of majors – it's more than just completing your "Comm A" and "Comm B" requirement. And we have a world-famous Writing Center to help you through all of your writing challenges – whether for an elective course term paper or a job application cover letter. Look for as many opportunities as you can to become the best writer that you can while you are here at UW. For a refresher on the basics, check out the Introduction to College Composition course readings Links to an external site..

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LinkedIn Links to an external site.

Your LinkedIn account is a powerful entry into information about what UW-Madison students do after they graduate – and after they move on from their first job. The more familiar you become with the search techniques of LinkedIn, the more useful it will become in your job search and network-building.

BadgerBridge Links to an external site.

"This professional network is an exclusive place where UW-Madison alumni and students can come together to offer support in achieving career goals and exploring professional opportunities. Brought to you by the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA), Badger Bridge provides a platform for networking with Badgers in your field, at leading organizations, and in communities around the world."

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Wisconsin Alumni Association Links to an external site.

"Tap into the power of the global Wisconsin alumni network–more than 400,000 strong. No matter where you are in your professional life, WAA's Badger Career Network brings you networks and opportunities to match your interests."

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Inter-LS 260: Internship in the Liberal Arts & Sciences Links to an external site.

"Half of all college graduates report completing at least one internship during their time as students. This online course provides a way for UW students who have found exciting outside internships to earn academic credit in connection with their work experience. Students will analyze their professional training experiences in the workplace in the context of the goals of a liberal arts and sciences university education, by practicing critical reading, writing, and observation skills. A diverse variety of L&S professors teach this class over the course of the fall, spring, and summer terms."

Morgridge Center for Public Service Links to an external site.

"The Morgridge Center for Public Service connects University of Wisconsin-Madison students and faculty to local and global communities to build partnerships and solve critical issues through service and learning."

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Study Abroad Links to an external site.
Links to an external site.

"A variety of program options—over 200 programs in more than 60 countries—have been developed to address the diverse needs of students. Programs vary in length, level, academic focus, teaching format, language requirements, cost and degree of independence demanded of the participant. Each program is expected to meet the University's high academic standards and to integrate with the on-campus curriculum. Currently, 1,300 students study abroad each year through our office, and around 150 students from our partner institutions abroad come to UW-Madison through exchange partnerships."

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International Internship Program Links to an external site.
Links to an external site.

"To succeed in a global marketplace, it is no longer enough for students to travel and study overseas. Students must be afforded the opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that will allow them to navigate in work environments that contend with globalization, outsourcing, and emerging technologies. At IIP, we believe International Internships—structured work placements related to students’ academic studies—are a great way to help students learn and meet the new demands placed upon them when they enter the globalized work world."

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Center for Leadership and Involvement Links to an external site.

"The Center for Leadership & Involvement (CfLI) assists students in intentionally connecting with the far ranging opportunities that exist throughout campus, including student organizations, the Greek community and many others."

Career Fairs Links to an external site.

Career Fairs are held every Fall and Spring, usually in the Kohl Center. These events allow students to connect with a diverse array of employers all in one spot, and allow employers to meet students from a diverse array of majors all in one day. You can find scheduling information for the latest upcoming career fair at this link.

Student Job Center Links to an external site.

"The UW Student Job Center focuses on student employment opportunities. Students seeking work will find part-time openings for both academic year and summer terms posted on our website as well as occasional full-time summer openings. Job opportunities are located at UW-Madison and off-campus in the private and public sectors."