Science Shadows
Program
Science Shadows. The College of Science Job Shadow Program.
The Science Shadows program provides College of Science students with an excellent opportunity to expand their knowledge about industries, job functions, and employer culture at participating organizations. Science Shadows is a low-stakes, high-value opportunity to get a sneak peek behind the curtain at future career pathways and get a real-world taste of employment opportunities.
Important Dates:
- Host Applications due October 28.
- Student applications open November 1 – December 1.
- Students & Hosts attend mandatory training week of December 9-13.
- Connections made with Hosts by December 17.
- Shadows Take Place December 19 – January 30.
- Surveys sent to Hosts & Students January 30.
Questions about the program? Please contact Lyndsey Edmonds, Director of the College of Science Career Center, at lyndseyedmonds@arizona.edu.
Information for Hosts
Please fill out Host Interest Form to be eligible to participate.
After submitting your job shadow opportunity, our team will review the description and contact you to confirm approval. Upon approval, your job shadow opportunity will be posted to Handshake and students will be able to find and apply for the opportunity. After the application deadline closes, our team will review applicants based on the student’s career interest, majors, and preferences.
Information for Students
Fill out student interest form to be eligible to participate.
Get on Handshake > Click on “Jobs” > Click on “Filters” and scroll down to the bottom of the page and select “Labeled by your School” > Type in the label “UA Job Shadow Program”
Beginning November 1, 2024, click “Apply” then submit a cover letter & resume for each shadow to which you are applying (max: 5). The deadline to submit your application(s) is December 1.