Get expert support and join a community of peers by applying for a specialized career cohort! These programs provide intensive career preparation across a variety of industries. Each program offers professional development opportunities and hands-on experiences. In addition, some programs fund internships and other career opportunities.
These programs are a great fit for students who are interested in an immersive and structured experience, enjoy being part of a cohort, and feel comfortable making a commitment of a year or more.
Students are welcome to apply to and participate in as many programs as interest them, provided they can meet all program commitments. Visit the "Application Tips" section below for advice on how to create a strong and compelling application!
Explore the programs below to learn more! You can also make an appointment with a career adviser for personalized support with identifying the programs that fit best with your interests.
Advisers can also help you prepare your applications. Make your application stand out by getting a virtual resume review! You can submit your application for review by an adviser here.
Check the UChicago Handshake events page and sign up for industry listservs to get regular updates on upcoming information sessions and programs!
CAREER COHORT PROGRAMS
CAREERS IN EDUCATION PROFESSIONS ("ED PROS")
- Focus: students with a strong interest in any career in the education sector, including teaching, administration, research, policy, edtech, and more
- Commitment: 3 years
- Eligibility: first years eligible to apply; students begin the program in Autumn Quarter of second year. Second and third years are welcomed to reach out to Liz Schutz at lizschutz@uchicago.edu to discuss ways to get involved.
- Application timeline: Deadline April 15, 2024
- If you have additional questions, feel free to request a coffee chat with the program director by reaching out to Liz Schutz at lizschutz@uchicago.edu
ENGINEERING FELLOWS PROGRAM
- Focus: Students who are interested in the molecular engineering major and want to pursue careers in related fields.
- Commitment: 1-2 years
- Eligibility: First and second years eligible to apply; students begin program in Winter Quarter
- Application timeline: Fall
FELLOWS IN COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL MEDICINE
- Focus: students who want to pursue a summer internship in community health and social medicine
- Commitment: 1 summer
- Eligibility: first, second, and third years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Spring Quarter
FINANCIAL MARKETS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who want to pursue careers in quantitative finance
- Commitment: 3 years
- Eligibility: first years eligible to apply; students begin program in Autumn Quarter of second year
- Application timeline: Applications Open Now! Deadline April 15, 2024
GLOBAL HEALTH SCHOLARS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who are interested in health equity and want to explore global public health issues
- Commitment: 1- 3 years (depending on when program requirements are met)
- Eligibility: first, second, and third years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Deadline April 15, 2024
KATEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who want to pursue a summer research project in health or medical science with a UChicago faculty member
- Commitment: 1 summer
- Eligibility: first, second, and third years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Two cycles of applications in Winter and Spring Quarter
KIPHART COLLEGIATE FELLOWS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who want to pursue summer internships in global health and social development, with a focus on the Global South
- Commitment: 1 summer
- Eligibility: first, second, and third years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: varies; apply directly to Kiphart Fellows internships
LAW AND POLITICS COHORT
- Focus: students who are interested in attending law school and considering a career in politics
- Commitment: 1 year (expected bi-weekly meeting attendance and final project in spring quarter)
- Eligibility: rising second, third, and fourth years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Deadline April 15, 2024
POZEN HUMAN RIGHTS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
- Focus: students who are interested in exploring human rights in practice through a summer internship
- Commitment: 1 year
- Eligibility: second and third years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Autumn Quarter
PUBLIC POLICY LEADERS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who are ambitious about pursuing public interest and social impact careers
- Commitment: 3 years
- Eligibility: first years eligible to apply; students begin program in Autumn Quarter of second year
- Application timeline: Deadline April 15, 2024
RISING ATTORNEYS PROGRAM
- Focus: future law students who are planning on applying to law school within the next five years
- Commitment: 1 calendar year, during which you will study for and take the LSAT
- Eligibility: third-, and fourth-years, as well as recent alumni, are eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Deadline April 15, 2024
SEIDEL SCHOLARS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who want to pursue a nontraditional summer career experience tied to their academic major
- Commitment: 1 summer
- Eligibility: see program webpage for eligible majors.
- Application timeline: Deadline April 2, 2024.
STAMPS SCHOLARS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who want to take on ambitious experiential learning projects, including internships, research projects, and entrepreneurial endeavors
- Commitment: 2 years
- Eligibility: second years eligible to apply
- Application timeline: Winter and Spring Quarter
TROTT BUSINESS PROGRAM
- Focus: students who are seeking intensive preparation for a career in business
- Commitment: 3 years
- Eligibility: first years eligible to apply; students begin program in Autumn Quarter of second year
- Application timeline: Applications Open Now! Deadline April 15, 2024
APPLICATION TIPS
Put your best foot forward in your application by using these tips:
- Visit the resume and interview toolkit to get started crafting your resume and cover letter
- Demonstrate your interest, enthusiasm, and past engagement in your applications materials
- Highlight specific experiences you’ve and the skills you’ve gained that would be assets to the cohort!
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Advisers can also help you prepare your applications. Make your application stand out by getting a virtual resume review! You can submit your application for review by an adviser here.
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Be concise and specific with answers to interview and essay questions
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Use the STAR method framework to ground your answers!
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