Shadowing Testimonials
Student Voices
- "I have learned a lot from both of my experiences shadowing Brandeis alumni. I attended conference calls, board meetings, seminars and was even offered an internship over winter break at the Broadway League. Without a doubt, the shadowing program has broadened my career network."
- "This job shadowing experience is definitely a good idea. I learned a lot, I formed connections, was introduced to surgeons and had the opportunity to speak to them and other medical school students who are preparing to be surgeons."
- "This experience was really a part of the learning experience. It was nice to get out in the real world to see how a particular office functions and to be a part of a working environment."
- "The shadowing experience allowed me to gain a perspective on a job that I would have not otherwise considered pursuing."
- "My sponsor gave me a tour of the State Department, allowed me to speak with his colleagues about their jobs and experience, spoke to me about his own career path, let me listen in on important phone conversations and spoke openly with me, offering advice on how to spend the next 10 years of my life in the job world."
Alumni voices
- "It does something I never had the chance to do. I was able to show a motivated, interested student what I REALLY do, not just a few data points. He got to see how one firm within the investment community works, and had the opportunity to ask questions as to how he could apply what he learned to his own studies and future profession. A great experience."
- "I felt that I clicked with my student and that made the whole experience more valueble for both of us. He was very interested in my previous and current job experiences and in advice I had to offer. It was a great day overall and we plan to stay in touch."
- "Provides students and alumni an opportunity to connect - lets the alumni see their jobs and career choices through the eyes of the student and is enlightenning for both the alumni and student."
- "I had a wonderful experience with Deb and found her to be intelligent, professional, and open. She was obviously well prepared by the Hiatt Career Center and we had a lot of fun together. I definitely plan to continue with Hiatt's mentoring Program because I learn too from today's bright Brandeisians!"
- "I think that the alumni shadow program is a wonderful way for young motivated individuals to get hands-on experience and advice about a given field. The beauty of the program is that the student and professional share a common bond (Brandeis) and that makes for a pleasant and informal learning experience."