The Careerist

Innovator inside a bigger organization

You're a team player who wants to work at an established company — but in a role that lets you innovate, lead change, and build new things from the inside. This is called 'intrapreneurship.'

CollaborativeStrategicCommunicatorChange agent

How to learn more

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In the classroom

Corporate innovation, leadership, organizational behavior, change management, project management.

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Outside the classroom

Internships at innovative companies, leadership roles in clubs, corporate innovation tours, case competitions.

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Find a mentor who…

Find a mentor inside a company you admire — someone in a non-traditional role who's driven change from within.

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Research famous examples

Sheryl Sandberg · Satya Nadella · Mary Barra

Try this in the next 30 days

1Identify 3 companies known for innovation and research their cultures
2Take on a leadership role in a club or team this semester
3Practice presenting ideas — comfort with persuasion is your superpower

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