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Congratulations to Fiona Clifford for being accepted to Florida Tech!
The Center for Career Preparation is proud to announce that Fiona Clifford has been officially accepted to Florida Institute of Technology. In addition to this impressive achievement, we are thrilled to share that Fiona has formally committed to join the Florida Tech community for the Fall 2026 semester.
Fiona’s acceptance into such a prestigious institution is a testament to her academic dedication and the hard work she has demonstrated during her time here at Beacon. we have no doubt that Fiona will continue to excel and represent our community with distinction as she pursues her goals.
Please join the Center for Career Preparation in celebrating this significant milestone. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments, Fiona — we look forward to seeing all that you achieve in your next chapter!
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Are You Feeling the Pressure of the Job Market? Check Out These Great Tips!
Pamela Skillings from Big Interview has shared with us three (3) great tips to help job seekers land offers in today's competitive market.
- Track your wins in real time
- Keep a record of your of your accomplishments! These are measurable results that show your progress that you can speak to in an interview.
- This isn’t just about job searching. Your success inventory becomes a career tool you can use in other big moments such as discussing a promotion, negotiating a raise, annual performance reviews, and manager check-ins.
- Learn to negotiate early in your career
- Negotiating is not rude. In fact, most hiring managers are prepared for it and often leave room in the offer for a conversation.
- Negotiation is NOT just about salary. Things such as start date, title, responsibility, project scope, remote flexibility, PTO, professional development, and growth opportunities are all things that can be negotiated.
- Network Relentlessly
- Build gradual, genuine, warm relationships rooted in curiosity and real interest.
- People love to talk about their work and share what they know, but they don’t like to feel obligated. Don’t expect strangers to get you into job interviews just like that. LinkedIn is a great place to shoot someone a DM to inquire about if a company is expanding their team or looking to hire new talent!
As always, a great way to get ready for an upcoming interview is to practice! Get started with practicing your interview skills by utilizing Big Interview today.
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Still figuring out your future?
Start exploring today!
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Undeclared? Unsure? No problem.
Discovery is part of the journey. Unlock your interests and explore new possibilities with personalized support from the Center for Career Preparation. Your future is wide open—let's map it out.
Career Planning Tips:
- Think about what your interests are, and can you imagine a connection to a future career based on these interests?
- What hobbies/extracurriculars have you participated in and excelled?
- Research companies, internships, and early careers on Handshake
- Explore Beacon's On-Campus Student Employment current openings
- Take Career Assessments
Explore the Career Center's Flyer for students who have not yet decided their major here! This flyer also has multiple free Career Assessments to help you find what path is the best for you.
Discuss your goals, questions, interests, or ideas with your Career Advisor by requesting an appointment below!
| | Register for the Neurodiversity Virtual Career Fair | | |
Register for the Neurodiversity Virtual Career Fair on
Wednesday, January 28, 2026!
Participate in a unique virtual career fair designed to connect individuals across the talent spectrum with forward-thinking employers who value inclusivity. Whether you're just starting your career journey or looking for your next great opportunity, this fair is a place to be seen, heard, and valued for who you are.
This event is dedicated to creating a space where individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette's, and other neurodivergent identities can explore job opportunities, network with inclusive companies, and discover career resources tailored to support their strengths.
Exhibitors at this event include HERC Jobs and Indeed! The event will include opportunities to learn more about the 28,000+ jobs in higher education with HERC Jobs, as well as Meet and Greets with Indeed!
The career fair will begin at 11:00AM and end at 3:00PM.
If you are interested in participating in this exciting virtual opportunity, click the button below to register!
| | Join Chase Bank for a Workshop Series to Financial Literacy | |
Want to Learn More About Understanding Your Finances?
Starting Thursday, January 8, 2026 and continuing through Thursday, February 12, 2026, Chase Bank will be hosting a six (6) week virtual program to provide information on financial literacy.
Financial topics will include:
- Money Management
- Understanding Credit
- SMART Financial Goals
- Managing Debt
- Protecting Your Assets
- Creating a Budget
- And more!
This workshop is designed specifically for neurodivergent, college-aged students seeking to deepen their understanding of personal finance and money management.
If you are interested in joining this informative six (6) week virtual program, click the button below to register!
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Join BroadFutures for the FIRST Annual Success Summit!
BroadFutures has launched it's first annual Success Summit. This is a three (3) day, in person career and leadership program in Washington, D.C. that is designed for neurodivergent young adults ages 18-26.
What is Included in this Success Summit?
- Guest Speakers
- Gamified and project based learning
- Peer-to-peer collaboration within a supportive cohort
- Social activities and community building
The workshop will be hosted from May 8, 2026- May 10, 2026 in Washington, D.C. and costs $1,875 to participate.
If you are interested in applying for the Success Summit, or want to learn more, click the button below!
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Available Experiential Learning Opportunities | | |
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Far Fetched Acres Summer Academic Internship | Chatham, NY | Application deadline: March 13, 2026
Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society Zoologist, Part Time Seasonal | West Palm Beach, FL | Application deadline: Not mentioned
World Bird Sanctuary Summer Internships | Valley Park, MO | Application deadline: March 1, 2026
Carolina Raptor Center Education Internship | Huntersville, NC | Application deadline: February 28, 2026
Caldwell Zoo Summer Internship | Tyler, TX | Applications open: March 1, 2026
Avian Conservation Center Bird Staff/ Educator | Awendaw, SC | Application deadline: Not mentioned
Ecotarium Summer Animal Care Intern | Worcester, MA | Applications open: March 1, 2026
Potter Park Zoo Summer Internship | Lansing, MI | Application deadline: April 1, 2026
Oakland Zoo Summer Animal Care Internship | Oakland, CA | Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Wildlife Center of Virginia Volunteer | Waynesboro, VA | Ongoing recruitment
Henry Vilas Zoo Volunteer | Madison, WI | Ongoing recruitment
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Great Wolf Lodge Summer Hospitality Internship | Multiple Locations | Application posted: December 17, 2025
Sphere Hospitality Summer 2026 Student Associate Program | Las Vegas, NV | Application deadline: Not mentioned
Omni Cares Internship Summer 2026 | Nashville, TN | Application posted: December 16, 2025
Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa Recreation Intern | Fernandina Beach, FL | Application posted: December 16, 2025
Hersheypark Leadership Development Intern | Hershey, PA | Application posted: September 17, 2025
Restaurant Management Intern | Washington, D.C. | Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Thomas E. Strauss Summer Hospitality Internship | Ronks, PA | Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Union Square Hospitality Group 2026 Summer Internship Program | New York, NY | Application posted: November 30, 2025
Highgate Operations Intern- Select Service Summer 2026 | Dublin, Ohio | Application deadline: Not mentioned
Kalahari Resorts Intro to Hospitality Internship | Round Rock, TX | Application deadline: Not mentioned
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Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum Volunteer | Calera, AL | Ongoing recruitment
Historic Hawai'i Foundation- Events Volunteer | Honolulu, HI | Ongoing recruitment
The Dangremond Museum Studies Internship | Hartford, CT | Application deadline: January 31, 2026
Soho Press Summer Internship | Multiple Locations | Applications accepted starting: February 15, 2026
Porter County Museum Intern | Valparaiso, IN | Application deadline: April 30, 2026
Old Sturbridge Village Intern | Sturbridge, MA | Applications submitted by January 23, 2026 will be given priority
Chicago History Museum | Chicago, IL | Ongoing recruitment
In These Times Editorial Internship | Chicago, IL | Application deadline: March 15, 2026
Winter Park Library Volunteer | Winter Park, FL | Ongoing recruitment
National WW1 Museum and Memorial | Kansas City, MO | Ongoing recruitment
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Utah Museum of Contemporary Art Volunteer | Salt Lake City, UT | Ongoing recruitment
LOLA Art Teaching Internship | Land O' Lakes, WI | Application deadline: February 28, 2026
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Internship Opportunities | Summit, NJ | Application deadline: Not mentioned
The Delaware Contemporary Volunteer | Wilmington, DE | Ongoing recruitment
Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art Internships | | Amherst, MA | Application deadline: February 1, 2026
The Colored Easel | Leesburg, FL | Ongoing recruitment
The Met Summer Internship | New York, NY | Application deadline: January 14, 2026
MFA Boston Summer Internship | Boston, MA | Applications open: February 6. 2026
Springville Museum of Art Summer Internship | Springville, UT | Applications open: February 2, 2026
Studio Institute Arts Summer Internship | New York, NY or Cleveland, OH | Applications close: February 26, 2026
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Breakthrough Collaborative Teaching Fellow | Multiple Locations | Applications close : February 26, 2026
Tangerine Schoolhouse | Multiple Florida Locations | Ongoing recruitment
Education Foundation of Lake County Volunteer | Leesburg, FL | Ongoing recruitment
Lake County Schools Volunteer | Tavares, FL | Ongoing recruitment
US Department of Education Program Summer Intern | Applications open: January 1, 2026
Chicago Public Schools Volunteer | Chicago, IL | Ongoing recruitment
Boston Public Schools Volunteer | Boston, MA | Ongoing recruitment
Salt Lake Education Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | Ongoing recruitment
Champlain Valley School District Volunteer | Shelburne, VT | Ongoing recruitment
Generation Teach | Multiple Locations | Application deadline: 15th of each month (final deadline May 15, 2026)
Student U Volunteer | Durham, NC | Ongoing recruitment
| | | Please note : Deadlines are subject to change and may close sooner based on the number of applications submitted. We encourage you to not wait, but apply early. | | Take charge of your ELO future! | | Before you begin your experiential learning opportunity, connect with your Career Advisor to get it pre-approved. This simple step ensures your hours count toward your 80-hour requirement — and keeps you on track to achieving your goals! | | | | |