Northern Arizona University

Executive Job Shadow Program

What is Job Shadowing?

Job shadowing is the opportunity for students to spend 2-3 days with a top level executive in their interest area.  This exposure allows students to witness the work environment and potential career options firsthand. 

Why Be a Shadow?

• Learn more about a certain career and determine if your career path is the right one.
• Accompany successful business executives at their workplace.
• Obtain knowledge that comes only from being in the job setting.
• Have an opportunity to ask relevant questions.
• Link textbook knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom and apply them directly to the real world of work.

Student Shadow Responsibilities:

• Dress appropriately.
• Prepare for your site visit.
• Research your executive’s organization and write a summary paper before your visit.
• Identify the mission of the organization.
• Arrive on time.
• Dress appropriately.
• Discuss your interests with your executive.
• Prepare a list of questions to ask your mentor and others you might meet.
• Do not cancel.

Shadow Qualifications:

• 2.75 cumulative GPA.
• Acceptance into the Business Professional Program.  Undergraduates only—No MBA students.
• Interest in learning more about your chosen career field.

Job Shadow Application