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OPPORTUNITIES
There are so many opportunities through campus and the surrounding metro area to experience, explore and enjoy. Your biggest challenge will be picking which ones to try.
Career Support
Thousands of companies call Minnesota home.
From large, international Fortune 500 companies
to smaller start-up companies you’ll have access
to internships, job shadow days, and mentorships with some of the world’s great businesses, non-profits and health care leaders. Our college career centers are here to help you every step of the way from
your first year through graduation!
Campus Living
The university offers a wide variety of on campus and near campus living opportunities to help you fully immerse in your college experience. Nearly 90% of freshmen live on campus in residence halls and apart- ments. Living on campus allows you to be close to your classes, libraries, restaurants and everything on campus.
If campus living is not a good fit for you, there are many resources and support programs to help you meet other commuters and community groups.
Lend a Hand
Volunteer in one of the states 2,200 nonprofits -- lend your time to nonprofits through service learning, student organizations, and other oppor- tunities at groups such as the Cookie Cart, Ronald McDonald House or the Friends of the Mississippi River. You’ll have the opportunity to give back while connecting with the community and gaining valuable experience along the way.
Go Global
Broaden your world-wide view by experiencing new countries, cultures, and academic and career environments. The U of M offers one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive learning abroad programs. With 250+ opportunities in 70+ countries, you can study, research, or intern abroad as part of your undergraduate studies.
Learn more at z.umn.edu/greatopportunities
Get Involved
At the U of M, your college experience goes beyond the classroom. The U of M is home to 900+ student organizations—with something for everyone. By getting involved with one (or more!) of our cultural organizations, fraternities and sororities, or special interests groups, you’ll have the opportunity to become a leader, connect with the campus community, plan events, and have fun! Learn more at z.umn.edu/greatopportunities.
Did You Know?
We offer 30+ Living Learning Communities where students live together in a dedicated area of a residence hall. Each is designed to deliver events and experiences to support students.
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