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 2024
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.
Dates and locations subject to change.
The D.C. Experience
October 24-26, 2024
Alumni-hosted Job Shadow Sites
The following alumni will be hosting students in their place of work, introducing them to colleagues and sharing insight and advice about their industry and profession.
Rob Carpenter ’83, CEO, Baltimore Washington Financial Advisors (Financial Services)
Jon Taets ’02: Director of Government Relations for National Association of Convenience Stores (Politics & Lobbying)
Eliza Mohlie ’10: Management Analyst at United States Department of Defense (Business & HR)
Kayla Nguyen ’14 Assistant Research Professor at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Service (Research & Healthcare)
Matt Chase ’93: CEO/Executive Director, National Association of Counties (Public Administration)
Presidential Reception featuring Hartwick College’s inaugural Collaborative Service Award
Your Experience Includes
FREE immersive group travel experience
MEET with alumni career mentors
EXPLORE your interests in urban industries and professions
BUILD your professional network with peers and alumni
TOUR of each city
NYC Industry Site Visit Locations
March 21-23, 2024
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Industry Sector: Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
What They Do: collect, study, conserve, and present significant works of art across time and cultures in order to connect all people to creativity, knowledge, ideas, and one another.
Host: Adrienne Spinozzi ’01
Hartwick Major: Art History and English
Affinities: Women’s Lacrosse
Current Role: Research Associate at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
“I am excited to introduce students to the range of jobs and professional opportunities available at a place like the Met. There are so many kinds of skills and expertise required to make a museum successful, and I look forward to sharing more about what it is like to work at the museum, from interacting with a diverse public, to researching and stewarding collections, and making our exhibitions and installations accessible—both in the physical museum and beyond.”
National Basketball Association (NBA)
Industry Sector: Sports and Entertainment
What They Do: Inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball.
Host: Adam Mitchinson, PhD ‘07
Hartwick Major: Psychology and Management
Affinities: Men’s Soccer
Current Role: SVP, Head of Talent at National Basketball Association (NBA)
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Boston Industry Site Visit Locations
April 4-6, 2024
Lincoln Laboratory: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Industry Sector: Advanced Technology
What They Do: federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) that develops advanced technology to address national security needs.
Hosts:
Amanda Wait ’99
Hartwick Major: Art
Affinities: Women’s Indoor Track
Current Role: Senior Graphic Artist at The MIT Lincoln Lab
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Joseph P. Campbell, PhD, LFIEEE
Laboratory Fellow, Artificial Intelligence Technology and Systems, Cyber Security and Information Sciences at MIT Lincoln Laboratory
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