Career Exploration Trip

Networking starts early at Hartwick

A Career Exploration Trip is an opportunity for students to see and hear first hand what it’s like to work in a particular industry, company or field. Meet Hartwick alumni, learn about career options, experience life on the job, and gain the insight and network connections to get you there.

Career Exploration Trips - Fall 2025

You’ll gain insight into career pathways and connect with alumni and industry leaders. Register today to reserve your spot.

More trips coming soon!

Hartwick College students with alumni mentors during Hawk Career HOP

Corning, Inc., Oneonta, NY

Date: November 6
Open to all majors.

The Career Exploration Trip is designed for every student, no matter your major or career interest.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore exciting career possibilities and meet Hartwick graduates.

Past Career Exploration Trips

Bassett Career Exploration Trip Inspires Aspiring Doctor Madison Zimmerman ’28

For chemistry major Madison Zimmerman ’28, the recent career exploration trip, was more than a chance to network — it was a defining step on her path to becoming a physician.

Career Exploration Trip Expands Opportunities for Sport Management Major

Career Development & Network Engagement staff partnered with Head Athletic Trainer Heidi Hofbauer-Buzzy’s “Health Sciences Applied to Coaching” class.

What others say about Career Exploration Trips

“I love surrounding myself with people who inspire me and push me to grow. What I enjoyed most was learning about myself while also learning from others. The encouragement and advice I received will stick with me moving forward.”

Madison Zimmerman ’28

“I learned how to network more efficiently and create valuable relationships with alumni.”

Hanna Espeli-Allen '25

“Everyone I met was successful and took their own path in life. My favorite part was talking with Jennifer Lunsford ’04, NYS Assembly member; she was really inspirational.”

Julie Mazariego '23

"My takeaway is that the students today were as nice as the ones I spent my college days with and were remarkably similar in excitement. I think the magic behind the Career Exploration Trip is that they are out of their normal surroundings and exploring the outside world. The interactions between students were awesome."

Robert G. Carpenter '88

President & CEO of Baltimore-Washington Financial Advisors, Career Exploration Trips Host and Donor

“I learned how to market myself.”

Michael Chefalo '23

“I’m definitely going to use the interviewing tips and I’m going to be less difficult on myself. I learned it is OK not to know everything right now.”

Naazea Cooper '23