The Preston Robert Tisch Center

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Career development at the Tisch Center begins with required industry readings during the summer for incoming fall freshmen, followed by a comprehensive orientation to New York University and New York City. Undergraduates identify and develop personal objectives, résumés, cover letters, interviewing skills and strategies, and career goals in four required professional seminars that must be completed, one each year, prior to graduation.

PROSPECTS FOR GRADUATES
Tisch Center students cultivate career opportunities through industry partnerships enhanced by the Tisch Center's location in New York City, a global business capital for our sectors. Programs are designed to prepare students to be successful professionals upon graduation—our alumni hold leadership roles worldwide. Graduates work in all sectors of the hospitality, tourism, and sports industries, including, hotels and resorts, professional sports teams, consulting and investment banking, real estate development, media and marketing, collegiate athletics, major hospitality management, sports agencies, tourism bureaus, and arenas and event venues, among many others.

PERSONALIZED CAREER SERVICES
A dedicated, full-time associate director of career services at the Tisch Center provides resources and support for students, alumni, and potential employers. Career-planning programs, workshops, and individual meetings are offered for students and graduates. A global roster of hospitality, tourism, and sports management organizations participate in on-campus recruiting; information sessions; résumé collection; panels, mock interviews, and classroom visits; and career fairs.

Students, alumni, and interested employers can contact Jennifer Burns, associate director of career services, at jennifer.burns@nyu.edu or 212-998-7202 for more information or to set up an appointment.

INTERNSHIPS
Internships are an integral component of Tisch Center degree programs, providing students with the opportunity to build professional portfolios, network, and gain critical knowledge and hand-on skills within a professional environment. Undergraduates complete a total of 600 hours of industry internships at two-to-four organizations where they learn, shadow, work, and develop professionally. The Tisch Center allows flexibility in scheduling internships, which occur in the fall, spring, or summer. Many students elect to intern while enrolled full-time, mirroring the multitasking required both in business and in life. Faculty assign concurrent internship coursework that complements students' practical field experience. Popular internship sites include CBS Sports, NYC & Company, Staten Island Yankees, Madison Square Garden, Major League Baseball, the New York Marriott Marquis, Hersha Hospitality Trust, and Loews Hotels.

FACULTY AND PROFESSIONAL MENTORING
Dedicated Tisch Center faculty advisors and esteemed industry guest lecturers provide accessible and abundant opportunities for meaningful learning, networking, and career development. Additionally, the Tisch Center Alumni Society offers mentorship opportunities that connect current high-level industry executives with tomorrow's leaders.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT/MANAGEMENT SERVICES

As an NYU-SCPS student, in addition to the career resources offered through your academic program, you will enjoy the benefit of career development/management services provided by the School and the University at large. NYU-SCPS and the University's Wasserman Center for Career Development work in partnership with the School’s academic program areas to provide supplemental services and programs specifically for NYU-SCPS students. A broad range of events, programs and customized services including personalized career assistance, job transition guidance, industry-specific information, and specialized resources are available to enhance your overall learning experience.

The Wasserman Center for Career Development helps all NYU students to take advantage of the University’s New York City location and the internship and professional opportunities it affords. The Center posts job listings, connects students with alumni and mentors, coaches students on the most effective interviewing skills, and provides career advice. Visit www.nyu.edu/careerdevelopment.