Alumni are matched with a student curious about their occupation. A match is not made unless the alumnus and the student can benefit from the program. The student is responsible for contacting the alumnus and the two should find a mutually convenient time to meet. At the designated date, the alumnus will take the student through daily routines. Also, the alumnus is encouraged to answer questions in a candid and honest manner, highlighting both the advantages and challenges of their job.
Students are interested in personal impressions as well as knowledge of the occupation.
After the shadowing is complete, the sponsors are requested to complete an evaluation form for both the student and the Shadow Program. The student body stands to significantly gain from the Shadow Program. The first step is to submit an application for the Shadow Program. After the application has been submitted and a match created, the student must attend a training session. At that time the student will receive the name, address, and telephone number of the alumnus working in the desired field.