Job Shadowing Program

Job shadowing is back at TU but with a new name and focus! Tiger LEAP is now Job Shadowing: Tigers Behind the Scenes.

Two students talking with host at job shadowing site
TU Spring Break • March 17 – 21, 2025

Interested in learning more about industries and job roles related to your major? Job Shadowing: Tigers Behind the Scenes offers sophomore students the opportunity to spend a full day shadowing a professional in a career field related to their studies. This in-person experience will take place during TU's spring break, from March 17–21, 2025.

What is required to participate in the Job Shadowing Program?

Students are responsible for the following to participate in the program:

  • Apply by the deadline Sunday, February 16 at by 11:59 p.m.
  • Attend one mandatory Student Information Session
  • Attend one mandatory Student Orientation to prepare for the experience
  • Once matched, it is the student's responsibility to make contact with the TU alum or employer host to arrange a job shadow date/time/location
  • Prepare for the experience by researching the organization, developing questions to ask, and practicing a 30-second commercial or “elevator pitch”
  • Attend the job shadow experience and be engaged
  • Complete a survey and send a thank you email

“ For students considering the Tiger LEAP Job Shadowing Program, my advice would be to approach the experience with genuine curiosity, active engagement, and a proactive mindset. ”

Wynter Benton, Tiger LEAP Participant

Students will be matched by a Career Center staff member based on both host preference and student career interest.

Questions? Please contact Renée Harris, Assistant Director, Career Exploration & Development, at .