SuccessWorks fall career programs and events are for every Letters & Science student with any interest, any major or any background. These in-person and virtual opportunities are valuable from a student’s first year through senior …
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SuccessWorks Social Justice Internships Support Students, Local Organizations & Non-Profits
By Emma Gran – Journalism & Political Science, 2022 Finding a paid internship at a local organization or non-profit can be a challenge. But for students seeking positions that combine their passions with professional skill-building, …
Madison Made, World Ready: Spring Career Strategies for Every L&S Student
SuccessWorks programs this spring help students prepare for the future by building on what inspires them right now. Career fairs, exploratory alumni networking sessions, experience-building programs and major-based workshops offer opportunities for students of all …
SuccessWorks is Back for in-Person Career Advising & Events
After a year and a half of virtual career services, SuccessWorks is opening its doors to students on the third floor of the University Book Store for the Fall semester. SuccessWorks is a home for …
SuccessWorks Internship Fund Awardees Announced for Summer 2021
This summer, SuccessWorks is financially supporting 41 College of Letters & Science students across more than 20 majors for a mix of in-person, remote and hybrid internship experiences. “Internships are indispensable for translating skills and …
Wisconsin Employers Are Partners in Career Development for UW-Madison Students
As the largest of UW-Madison’s schools and colleges, the College of Letters & Science (L&S) is an educational powerhouse, and much more. The L&S degree is a launchpad for students’ careers, plus a diverse pool …
SuccessWorks Is Committed to Fostering an Inclusive and Equitable Community of Support
SuccessWorks stands in solidarity with members of the UW-Madison community engaging in the important work of creating an equitable, inclusive and just society. The toll of systemic racism did not start with the murder of …
Drop-in Peer Advising
For first and second year students, isn’t it too early to be thinking about a “career”? Nope! It’s too early to think about an internship if you haven’t figured our your major, right? Incorrect! Here’s …
During Your Internship Search, Watch for Red Flags
You may have been in classes that start with a student giving a one to two minute announcement, featuring “great summer internship opportunities.” Often they ask you to fill out a contact form which they …
Career Closet Helps L&S Students Make a Great First Impression
The Career Closet is all about giving first generation students, historically underrepresented students, and students with financial need access to professional and business casual attire. It’s important to make a good first impression for an …