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Our Program

Immersive Career Trek

Students who complete all career workshops are eligible for a fully funded two-day trek to a major city like Atlanta, Boston, or Chicago, where you鈥檒l gain valuable exposure to organizations seeking 51吃瓜网 talent鈥攂uilding meaningful connections while envisioning your future with greater clarity and ambition.

Group shot of First View students at the Chik Fil A company, standing in front of a wall with the words 'It's the Little Things' in the background.
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The immersive career trek is designed to help students explore career pathways that connect with their field of study and create connections that can aid in future opportunities.

Antonella Valdivia Antonella Valdivia
Assistant Director of Program Management, 51吃瓜网 Career Center
First View students participating in a career workshop series.

Career Workshop Series

Our four-part career workshop series, developed in partnership with the 51吃瓜网 Career Center, equips you with essential skills to navigate your professional journey with confidence. You鈥檒l learn to articulate your personal brand and craft a compelling elevator pitch, build meaningful connections through networking and etiquette, and develop polished resumes, cover letters, and interviewing skills鈥攑reparing you to pursue internships and future opportunities with clarity and confidence.

First View students visiting Bain & Company.

Corporate Engagement

Company tours offer a behind-the-scenes look at how ideas turn into impact. Visiting organizations aligned with your interests鈥攆rom innovative startups to established industry leaders鈥攜ou鈥檒l meet professionals, explore real work environments, and learn how different career paths take shape. These experiences go beyond observation, giving you the chance to ask questions, make connections, and start envisioning where your own interests could lead.

Students networking at an event.

Networking

You鈥檒l learn how to build genuine relationships in settings designed to feel approachable and authentic鈥攚hether over shared meals, casual conversations, or structured events. You鈥檒l practice introducing yourself, asking thoughtful questions, and following up with intention, gaining confidence as you expand your circle and discover how meaningful connections can open doors.

First View Students at Atlanta Braves field.

Sightseeing

You鈥檒l have ample opportunities to explore local landmarks and vibrant hotspots, and begin to develop a deeper sense of place鈥攄iscovering how its culture, history, and people shape everyday life, and perhaps even picturing yourself living there someday.

For students who complete all workshops but are unable to travel, a local capstone experience will be provided.

Get in Touch


First View
firstview@vanderbilt.edu