The Office of Career Preparation and Experiential Learning is here to help you gain practical experience that connects with your career goals and further develops skills learned in the classroom. Experiential learning takes many forms to prepare you for academic advancement and employment. RCBC students engage in a variety of experiences such as internships, undergraduate research, service-learning, showcases, competitions, and other immersive activities.
Participation in opportunities like these offers a broad range of benefits, including:
- Enhanced skills and knowledge - providing a platform to develop and strengthen technical and soft skills
- Improved employability - increased likelihood of job offers upon graduation
- Networking opportunities - potential to lead to job offers, referrals, and long-term career opportunities
- Career clarity - understanding the specific roles and industries that align with a major
Specific opportunities, including whether you can earn credit for an experience, vary depending on the major. To learn how we can help, use Handshake to schedule an appointment with our team.