LMU Career and Professional Development

We’re proud to celebrate CPD Peer Advisor Valentina Leiva ’26, who was recently featured in LMU This Week! As a double major in finance and economics and an international student from Argentina, Valentina has made a huge impact on campus. From working to bring back the International Student Association to serving in leadership roles with Belles and the Residence Hall Association, she’s been a true force for positive change. Hear more about Valentina’s journey, her experiences, and the way she's giving back to the LMU community in the full feature here: https://lnkd.in/gCKrdCp3

We are calling on alumni, parents, faculty, and staff to donate gently used professional clothing to LMU’s Career Closets! Your donations will help students dress confidently for interviews and career opportunities. We will accept donations through January 20, 2025 at the following locations: Career and Professional Development (VDA 135), Student Employment Services (Malone 355), and LLS Career Development (Founders Hall 110).

Happy International Students Day! Today, we celebrate the resilience, courage, and curiosity that each of you brings from every corner of the world. Learn more about the International student career resources we offer. #InternationalStudentsDay

Looking for an internship? Make the most of all your resources! Whether you're updating your profile on Handshake, making connections on LinkedIn, building your network, or taking advantage of resources here at CPD – there are so many ways to land the opportunity you're looking for. Start your search today and bring your career dreams to life!

Meet Andrew Presa! A finance major with a minor in business law from the class of 2027, Andrew is already making strides in his career. He will be working as a Launch Intern for EY Risk Consulting team next summer, where he will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic field. Andrew advises fellow LMU students to “lean into your network and never be afraid to ask questions.” His proactive approach is an inspiration to those pursuing a path in finance and consulting. Congratulations, Andrew! #StudentSpotlight

This Veteran’s Day, we honor the strength, dedication, and sacrifices of our student veterans who bring incredible experiences and perspectives to our campus. We especially want to highlight two CPD student staff members, Hisham F. '25 who served in the Navy and Christian Tejeda '25 who served in the Air Force. Both Hisham and Christian are available to meet with students for peer advising, Hisham is a Student Veteran Peer Advisor and Christian is an SFTV Peer Advisor. Let's celebrate and recognize the impact of our veterans today and every day! #VeteransDay #StudentVeterans #StudentSpotlight

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the LA Rams x LMU Mentorship Program launch! Last week, students connected with their Los Angeles Rams mentors and got a first look into the program, which offers one-on-one career guidance and invaluable insights into the sports industry. Here's to an incredible journey ahead! #IgniteYourFutureFriday

Join CPD and the Early Careers team from Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. & Sphere Entertainment Co., Ryan Howe and Isabella D'Ambrosio for an info session at 2 p.m. on November 13! Learn about paid internships and employment opportunities for undergrad and grad students in NYC and Burbank, including the Student Associate Program, which provides hands-on experience in the sports and entertainment industry! Register here: https://lnkd.in/g43gZbFh

Spring and summer internship applications are in full swing, and we know the mental toll of the process and the uncertainty that comes with it. To help you stay positive and resilient during your search, we’ve put together some affirmations just for you. Comment below with your favorites or share your own!

Hear from CPD Student Staff on how they would prepare for next week's Casual Career Conversations on November 6 using resources from our Career Hub including Big Interview, networking tips, and more! Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/gaYtin8p Thank you Justin Li, James Zimmerman, Rachel McDonald, and Hannah Newhall for sharing such great advice! #IgniteYourFutureFriday