Tiger Career Treks

Students

What are Tiger Career Treks? 

Career Treks are immersive learning experiences that allow students the opportunity to explore various industries and career paths by visiting companies and organizations.  

Why should I participate in a Tiger Career Trek? 

  • Gain industry specific knowledge 
  • Establish valuable connections and engage with employer partners  
  • Confirm or make informed career decisions 
  • Learn about internship (maybe job shadowing and co-op for local employers) and full-time employment opportunities 

Who can participate?

All currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to submit an interest form for participation in Tiger Career Treks. Students who are selected to participate will receive an email invitation 1 month prior to the start of the Trek. 

How can I participate in a Tiger Career Trek?

Visit Handshake to register and submit your interest form. Interest forms are accepted 2-3 months prior to the Tiger Career Trek. Be sure to check Handshake and the website for updates. 

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama

City & State: Montgomery, AL

Trek Date: October 8, 2026 

Time: 7:15 AM – 3:30 PM 

Application Deadline: September 21, 2026  

Register Here!

Student FAQs 

Tiger Career Treks can range from 2 to 6 hours or a span of 1 – 3 days. The length of the Trek depends on the employer partner’s location and availability. 

Tiger Career Treks will occur between Monday – Friday. Treks can be local or in various cities across the country.

Employer partners will arrange a variety of activities. Some activities may include company tours, networking opportunities, conversation with alumni, and question-and-answer panels.  

Tiger Career Treks are in person. 

In some instances, students may be responsible for all transportation-related costs unless otherwise noted. Be sure to read the details associated with each Trek. 

Unfortunately, students cannot earn credit for participating in Tiger Career Treks. 

Some employer partners offer refreshments and/or lunch. Be sure to read the details associated with each Trek. 

Please email Lakeshia Mobley-Edwards lmm0154@auburn.edu as soon as possible. This will grant another student the opportunity to attend.  

Employers

What are Tiger Career Treks? 

Tiger Career Treks are immersive learning experiences that allow students to gain firsthand insight into various industries and career paths through on-site visits to companies and organizations.

Why should I participate in a Tiger Career Trek? 

When employers participate in Tiger Career Treks, there’s an opportunity to:

  • Showcase your organization – Give students a meaningful look into your company, your culture, and the roles you hire for, helping them understand how their academic path connects to real‑world opportunities.
  • Shape informed career decisions – Expose students to potential career paths so they can confirm their interests or make more confident, informed choices about their future.
  • Build early talent connections – Engage with motivated students, begin forming relationships, and identify individuals who may be a strong fit for future experiential learning opportunities.
  • Promote internships and hiring needs – Discuss current or upcoming internship, job‑shadowing, and full‑time employment opportunities with students who are eager to learn and explore.

How are students selected to participate? 

All currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to submit an interest form for participation in Tiger Career Treks. Students will receive an invitation via email to participate 1 month prior to the start of the Trek. 

How can I participate in a Tiger Career Trek? 

Please click here to complete an application. Applications are accepted 3 – 5 months prior to the Tiger Career Trek event. After you submit your application, you will receive an email within 3 business days with more information. 

Employer FAQs 

Tiger Career Treks can range from 2 to 6 hours or a span of 1 – 3 days with various companies. The length of the Trek depends on your availability. 

Tiger Career Treks will occur between Monday – Friday and will be located at your headquarters or branch office locations. 

Some events can include company tours, networking opportunities, conversation with alumni, question-and-answer panels, and more.  

Tiger Career Treks are in person. 

Employers are not charged a fee to participate in Career Treks. 

Unfortunately, students cannot earn credit for participating in Career Tiger Treks. 

Yes, you may offer refreshments and/or lunch. 

Please email Lakeshia Mobley-Edwards lmm0154@auburn.edu with questions.  

Contact

If you are interested in the Tiger Career Treks program, please contact our Career Connections, Assistant Director.

Lakeshia Mobley-Edwards

Assistant Director

Phone: (334) 844-4798

Email: lmm0154@auburn.edu