Are you looking for a high-impact way to sharpen your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and engage directly with top employers? Applications are officially open for the Career Development Office’s 2026–27 CDO Corporate Ambassador Program.
As we reach the midpoint of the summer, it is time for MBA students to assess their internship, summer project or short-term contract progress and look strategically toward the future. Whether your current goal is securing a return offer or …
By Tiffany Stott
Tiffany StottDirector, Career Education and Advising
Conference season is one of the most valuable times of the year for MBA students to explore career opportunities, grow their professional networks, and learn from industry leaders.
National affinity conferences provide MBA students with concentrated access to employers, alumni, …
By Tiffany Stott
Tiffany StottDirector, Career Education and Advising
At Rice Business, career development is a community endeavor.
While students arrive with ambitious goals, some of the most meaningful career insights come from people who’ve already walked similar paths. That’s the idea behind the Alumni in Residence program, a …
By Paul Foley
Paul FoleyAssistant Director, Career Education and Advising
As you evaluate opportunities, a consistent, thoughtful approach can help you assess fit, reduce risk, and move forward with confidence. Use the following as a practical guide throughout your search.
1. Ask Thoughtful, Evaluative Questions Strong opportunities tend to hold …
By Gloria Ratliff
Gloria RatliffAssociate Director, Career Education and Advising