Winter Break Shadowing
Winter Break Job Shadowing Opportunities 2026 – by Industry
Career exploration during the undergraduate years is critically important for Pitzer students. The opportunity to get an “inside look” at different professions or have an immersive experience in a potential career path can be a significant driver of student success in designing and executing a post-Pitzer career plan.
About
The Winter Break Job Shadowing Program matches Pitzer undergraduates with alumni and family hosts who can give students this valuable professional experience. The program is virtual. Our job-shadowing partners can host a student virtually for as little as 2 hours to a full day or more during the first two weeks of January 2026. By shadowing their hosts, students will obtain in-depth information about what it takes to be successful in a specific profession and what roles interest them in a specific organization. The student application deadline is Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025
Eligibility
All current students and students graduating in Winter 2025 can participate in the Winter Break Shadowing Program.
How to Apply
All Winter Break Shadowing Opportunities are posted through the Career Services Management (CSM) platform Handshake. Please log in to Handshake to view and read about each opportunity. Do not apply through Handshake! Submit your top (4) opportunities through the link located in the shadowing descriptions. You will also be required to submit a one-page resume for the Winter Break Shadowing Program.
Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 | WBS Opportunities Application Open to Students |
| Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 | WBS Application Due Date for Students |
| Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 | Students Notified of WBS Match with Host |
| Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 | Mandatory Student Orientation Session #1 (must attend one) |
| Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 | Mandatory Student Orientation Session #2 (must attend one) |
| Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 | Mandatory Student Orientation Session #3 (must attend one) |
| Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 | Introduction via Email for Matched Students and Hosts |
| Monday, January 5, 2026 | Virtual Job Shadowing Begins |
| Friday, January 16, 2026 | Virtual Job Shadowing Concludes |
| Friday, January 23, 2026 | Feedback Survey Due |
Pitzer Voices
During the 2025 winter break, Diego Tamayo ’25 shadowed LA County Principal Geographic Information Systems Analyst Shannon Julius ’14.
“As a prospective urban planner who has a fascination with mapping, understanding the importance of accessible geospatial information for delivering mobility, zoning, and infrastructure projects is paramount for my professional development.”
Diego Tamayo '25
he/him/his
Environmental Analysis major, Political Studies minor
Career Services Calendar
Contact Information
- Assistant Director for Career Connections & Alumni Support
Career Services is here to help you achieve postgraduate success, no matter what that looks like for you. From career consultations to advice about graduate and professional schools, our team offers you the tools you need to reach your goals after graduation.