The Lauder Advantage

The Lauder Advantage encompasses a comprehensive suite of opportunities and resources designed to enhance the Lauder student experience. In addition to our distinctive academic programs and immersive travel experiences, the Lauder Advantage provides robust career support, exclusive events, and unique funding and research opportunities. These offerings empower students to pursue their academic interests and career aspirations, ensuring that the Lauder experience is truly exceptional.

Dedicated Career Advising

    • Alumni Career Chats and Life-Changing Networking Opportunities
    • One-on-one advising and coaching with Lauder’s expert career advisors

Politics and Policy Program (PPP)

  • A selective, year-long program that allows Lauder students to explore the intersection of business and policy through training workshops, sessions with policy professionals, and independent field research.

Lauder Leadership Immersion Internships

  • Funding for summer internships that promote leadership and intercultural development

Entrepreneurship Opportunities

  • Special speaker events and tailored mentorship for entrepreneurs
  • Jacobson Global Venture Awards – a competition for Lauder students that offers cash awards for venture development

Africa Futures Symposium

  • An annual event drawing in interdisciplinary speakers from around the world to discuss business, sustainability, economic development, innovation, and demographic trends across Africa