Pre-MBA Internships & Programs: A Guide for Incoming Students

Pre-MBA internships and programs are valuable opportunities for incoming MBA students to gain industry exposure, build networks, and strengthen their candidacy for full-time roles. These experiences typically take place during the summer before business school and are offered by leading …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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What To Do When It’s Late in the Academic Year and You’re Still Job Searching

You’re not behind — you’re just in the next phase of the search. And yes, there’s still time to land something great.

Here’s a clear and strategic approach to guide your next steps:

1. Don’t Apply to Everything — Apply to the

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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Great Conversation Starters for Your Next Job Interview (No Weather Talk!)

You’ve got an upcoming interview, and you’ve prepared your answers, researched the company pre-interview, and picked out the perfect outfit. But have you thought about how you’ll break the ice? Interviews aren’t just about proving you can do the job—they’re …

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Incoming Students Ask Me Anything Follow Up (2/2)

What can/ should I do today?

Thank you to everyone who joined our CDO Ask Me Anything session for admitted MBAs with Abigail Kies and Mike Minutoli on May 6. This is “Part 2” of the follow up to that …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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Post-reunion is a great time to reach out (whether or not you were there)

In the architecture of exceptional careers, relationships are the honeycomb—strong, flexible, and foundational. At our recent reunion, many of you saw firsthand how these bonds create resilience and opportunity. The most successful among our alumni understand that real connections thrive …

By Elizabeth Sena
Elizabeth Sena Career Coach, Working Professionals
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Incoming Students Ask Me Anything Follow Up (1/2)

General Questions

Congratulations and welcome to SOM! (You’ll hear that a lot!) Thank you to everyone who joined our CDO Ask Me Anything session for admitted MBAs with Abigail Kies and Mike Minutoli on May 6.

Thanks for your great …

By Abigail Kies
Abigail Kies Assistant Dean, Career Development
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Leadership Development Programs (LDP) 101

Leadership Development Programs (or LDPs) are fast-track programs within companies designed to develop participants for future leadership roles. These programs vary significantly from one company to the next, as each organization tailors its program to meet specific needs, including structure, …

By Kennedy Sani
Kennedy Sani Employer Partnerships Manager
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How to Succeed in a Consulting Career – An Expert Coach’s Guide

Venturing into the world of consulting is akin to embarking on a captivating journey – one that demands a specific set of skills, unwavering dedication to excellence, and steadfast ethical conduct. It’s a journey where trust is the currency, and …

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2025 Small Business Internship Program

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The Yale SOM Small Business Internship Program is intended for students that intern for low-resourced mission-driven for-profit organizations (i.e. not eligible for the Internship Fund). Yale SOM is excited to support you, our students, and small businesses as you contribute …

By Audrey Hupp
Audrey Hupp Associate Director of Operations and Program Manager, Career Education & Coaching

Ways to Develop a CEO Mindset Before You Get There

Do you wonder how some people easily land leadership roles while others struggle to get noticed? It may sometimes seem like luck, but it’s really about the mindset. Most professionals who end up running companies have been training their minds …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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