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Business Law Internships & Careers

Internships

Internships are an important component of professional development for business students. Many students complete at least two internships before graduation. The goal of an internship is for students to obtain real-world experience, applying knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Most internships are paid, with rates varying depending on the nature of the work. Students work approximately 8-10 hours per week during the school year. Summer internships are usually full-time.

The Zimpleman College of Business hosts fall career fairs for Accounting, Finance, and Actuarial Science students. The college also participates in the university’s Career Fair each spring, open to all majors. These events provide students the opportunity to personally connect and network with company representatives. Handshake, Drake’s online job posting system, allows students to search and apply for positions. Many companies also come to campus for on-campus interviews. The Career Services office is available year round to assist students and is housed in the Career Center, sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank.

Companies that recruit and hire Zimpleman students:

  • Allstate
  • Athene
  • Berkshire Hathaway
  • DotDash Meredith Corporation
  • EMC Insurance Companies
  • FDIC
  • JPMorgan
  • Nationwide
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Wellmark
  • Wells Fargo
  • Willis Towers Watson

Career Options

The Zimpleman Business Law major is an excellent foundation for law school, but also opens the door to many exciting careers that do not require a law degree. Students who do not choose to pursue a juris doctorate can utilize their business and legal knowledge in positions such as:

  • Benefits Administrator
  • Compliance Manager
  • Commercial Developer
  • Contracts Administrator
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist
  • Health Administrator
  • Insurance Agent/Investigator
  • Legal Technology Consultant
  • Lobbyist
  • Occupational Safety Manager
  • Policy Analyst
  • Property and Real Estate Manager

In addition to the professional staff in the Zimpleman College of Business Career Services Center, Handshake helps students and alumni advance their careers and find job openings.