Internships and Careers

Join our entrepreneurship graduates in success

96% of Class of 2022 entrepreneurship and innovation minors are pursuing chosen opportunities within 6 months after graduation. 86.4% of the class of 2022 reported landing a job, 9.1% are continuing their education, and 4.5% reported they are engaged in a job search.

86.4% employed, 9.1% continuing education, 4.5% job seeking
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One Minor, Multiple Paths

A minor in entrepreneurship can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

  • Architectural Design Specialist

  • Assistant Project Manager

  • Automation Business Development Analyst

  • Consumer Experience Digital Project Coordinator

  • Informational Designer

  • Inside Sales

  • Investment Analyst

  • Marketing Associate

  • Patient Access Specialist

  • Product Manager

  • Programs and Engagement Coordinator

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

  • Alight Solutions

  • Aon

  • Best Dedicated Solutions

  • Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide

  • Disney

  • Epic Systems

  • JP Morgan Chase & Co.

  • Kemper Corporation

  • mHUB

  • Northwestern Medicine

  • Oscillas Technologies

  • Walgreens Corporate

Advancing their studies

Entrepreneurship graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates: 

  • MBA (Loyola University Chicago, DePaul University, Roosevelt University)

  • Master in Business Analytics (University of Southern California)

  • MSW (Indiana University)

  • Master of Finance (Case Western Reserve University)

  • Master of Science in Accountancy (University of Notre Dame)

The Liberal Arts Advantage

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Hajar Habbal '20
I was looking for a small school near a big city with a solid network. When applying to colleges, I knew I wanted to study Business and Entrepreneurship. The curriculum here was very strong, based on both real life scenarios/skills and theory, which I really appreciated.
Hajar Habbal '20, Senior Analyst in Finance Strategy at Kemper

Hajar's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation. 

Our entrepreneurship graduates...

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Establish a foundation of confidence

to sell themselves and their ideas

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Cultivate endurance

to increase confidence and agency

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Collaboration and teamwork

to help students excel in their future workplaces

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Grow into leaders

by recognizing and nurturing their own strengths in applied settings

Networking and Career Preparation

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation. 

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates. 

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose. 

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields. 

Like what you see? 

Arrange a campus visit to see what Lake Forest has to offer in person. You'll be able to talk with professors, students, and get a taste for what Lake Forest has to offer your career. 

Contact the Gorter Family Career Center

Pathway Leaders

Marie Josephitis
Business, Finance, and Data Science Career Pathway Leader
mjosephitis@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6102

Colleen Monks
Build Your Own Career Pathway Leader
monks@lakeforest.edu
847-735-5237

General Contact

Gorter Family Career Advancement Center
256 Brown Hall, Middle Campus
847-735-5235
careers@lakeforest.edu

Career Pathways

Entrepreneurship minors most often find a home in the Business, Finance, and Data Science Career Pathway, but they can also find a home in any Career Pathway.