Eckerd Shadow Days
Coordinated by the Career Center, Eckerd Shadow Days connects students with local employers, community partners, and alumni for one-day job shadowing opportunities. Students will gain first-hand professional experience by exploring local industries, employers, and occupations.
Fall Break shadow days - coming soon!
Photos were submitted by Hanna Panagrossi '24 during Fall Break '23 Eckerd Shadow Days.
With Pinellas County Government, students had the opportunity to assist with field runs (Freshwater Land or Water) related to environmental surface water monitoring and assessment. They were able to collect samples and prepare them for analysis.
Photos were submitted by Carly Harshbarger during Spring Break '26 Eckerd Shadow Days.
With Pinellas County Government, students spent the day in the field learning about beach nourishment projects, RTKs, and taking water-line shorts of wave run-ups. They were able to learn about relationships between the County, coastal municipalities, and residents as a whole, as well as see the policy and science side of environmental work.
Student FAQs
When will I hear back if I got in?
Application closes two weeks prior to the Shadow Day. Students will be notified one week prior to the Shadow Day if they were accepted.Â
Will I receive any compensation for participating?
Students will not earn academic credit or monetary compensation for participation.