Professional Development Drop Ins

Stop by the BEC Dining Room for assistance with your professional development and career search needs. Our expert staff can help with search strategies, networking tips, résumé and cover letter reviews, personal statements, and more—they are eager to help you succeed! 



Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 10 a.m.-Noon | BEC Dining Room

December Grads, Complete this Survey.

Post-grad life is right around the corner! Share your career or grad school plans in the LSU Grad Survey.

International Education Week | Nov. 17-21

Join the LSU Office of Global Engagement for International Education Week. IEW highlights the invaluable impact of international education and exchange, promoting global learning and collaboration. Full schedule and registration details

Upcoming Research Seminars

Looking to expand your intellectual palette? Several departments within the Ourso College regularly host research seminars in their respective fields, featuring presentations by guest speakers, current LSU faculty, or PhD students.

Friday, Nov. 21

Thomas Chemmanur, Boston College

10:30-11:50 a.m. | BEC 2520

Hosted by the Department of Finance

Paid Opportunity: Economic Impact Surveying at the Sugar Bowl

The LSU Center for Economic, Business & Policy Research seeks enthusiastic, outgoing, and detail-oriented students to assist in conducting surveys and collecting valuable data during 2026 Sugar Bowl. See the job description for additional information.



Why Participate?

• Practical Experience: Apply your skills in real-world economic analysis while contributing to an economic impact survey for Louisiana.
• Valuable Insight: Develop a deeper understanding of how major events drive regional economic activity.
• Event Excitement: Get paid to be a part of the action! Engage with fans and experience the energy of the 2026 Sugar Bowl up close!

If this opportunity interests you, please complete and submit this information sheet by Monday, Dec. 1.  Space is limited.

Paws for a Cause

Need to de-stress before finals week? Come unwind with some furry friends from Companion Animal Alliance! Students in MKT 3411 (Consumer Behavior) are hosting Paws for a Cause. This is an event where you can cuddle, play, and learn about CAA's Date-A-Dog Program, a fun way to spend time with rescue pups and help them find their 'fur'ever homes.

• Mutts with Milam: Special Guest Steven Milam from the LSU Baseball team
• Join the Roster - sign up to volunteer, Date-A-Dog, and foster
• Hit a Home Run - with on-site adoptions
• Donation Drop-Off - donate some pet supplies and enter for a chance to win memorabilia signed by Steven Milam.



Thursday, Dec 4 | 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. | BEC Courtyard

Preparing for a Second Interview

1. Research the company thoroughly. Be ready to answer questions like “Why do you want to work for XYZ Corp?” or “What do you know about XYZ Corp?” Make sure to highlight not only what you hope to gain from them but also what you can contribute. You don’t need to know everything about the company, but be familiar enough to speak confidently about what they do.
2. Take a deep dive into the job description. Make sure you fully understand what is expected of this role and how your background aligns with those expectations.
3. Expect more specific questions. Second-round interviews often focus on the details of the job, your understanding of the company, and how you would support its goals.
4. Prepare for behavioral questions. These are designed to assess how you’ve handled situations in the past and how that might predict your future performance. They usually start with “tell me about a time when…” or “give me an example of…”
5. Review your résumé carefully. Be ready to discuss your most relevant experiences in more depth—what you learned, the skills you developed, and how they connect to this role and company.
6. Prepare descriptive examples. Think of a few strong stories or examples that illustrate your strengths, accomplishments, and problem-solving skills. Specifically, prepare examples/stories that fall within these categories: teamwork, leadership, conflict resolution, time management, taking initiative, failure, adversity, and ethical dilemmas.

When it comes to questions to ask them, use the Student Career Guide (page 65, linked here) for inspiration. Focus on asking questions you can’t easily find online or in the job description- things that will help you feel confident deciding if this is the right fit for you.

For questions they might ask you, refer to the questions in this resource or consider using an AI tool to generate potential questions based on the job description.  

Need career assistance? Check out our professional development resources.

LSU Libraries Hosts Research Enrichment Workshop Series

Did you know the LSU Libraries regularly hosts workshops for students interested in conducting research? Consider attending their Research Enrichment Workshop Series, which is designed to boost your academic research with library tools and resources.

Sessions are offered in a hybrid format. Each workshop runs twice weekly.

Learn more about upcoming sessions here.

Give Thanks with the E. J. Ourso College of Business

The Business College Council invites you to write an appreciation note and grab a snack.


Tuesday, Nov. 25 | Noon-2 p.m. | BEC Rotunda