Chicago Scholars would like to thank all of our 2009 Career Exploration Series hosts.  Students learned about careers within a variety of industries, and discovered many new possibilities! They were privileged to meet the staff-memebrs and top-level executives who shared valuable insight and experience, career advice, and encouraged our scholars to be their best! 

June 30, 2009

Thank You  - Freeborn & Peters LLP and Kirkland & Ellis LLP

People Possibilities - Careers in Human Resources

Students learned about career opportunities in the Human Resources field. They also learned some important interviewing skills and had the chance to be interviewed by the Executive Director, the HR Director and some of the attorneys at Freeborn & Peters, and the HR Director of Kirkland & Ellis.

July 7, 2009

Thank You - AON Corporation

Risky Business! Careers in Risk Management and Consulting

The field of risk management and consulting offers a multitude of opportunities for career paths and cultures worldwide.

July 14, 2009

Thank You  - Turner Construction Company and Urban Lab

Go Green! Careers in Construction, Engineering, and Architecture

21st century construction, engineering and architecture focuses on preserving natural resources and creating healthier working environments for people.

July 21, 2009

Thank You  - Harris Bank

Careers in Financial Services 101

Scholars toured the BMO Capital Markets Trading Floor and observed the fast- paced world of foreign currency exchange trading. After the tour they met with top-level Harris executives to learn what skills are essential for a career in the field of banking services.

July 28, 2009 

Thank You - Winston & Strawn and The Chicago Committee on Minorities in Large Law Firms

Negotiations: An Intro to Law

Winston & Strawn attorneys shared their background stories and their experience of a "typical" day at a large law firm.  Scholars then put newly learned negotiation skills into action, with some coaching from the attorneys, to negotiate a business transaction.

August 4, 2009 

Thank You - The HistoryMakers

The World of Non-Profits

Students toured the studio and archives of The HistoryMakers and learned about the work of this not-for-profit organization.