School might be out for the summer, but our CyBIZ students are taking no days off!

From internships to full-time gigs, many of our CyBIZ Lab team members are spending their summer gaining real-world experience and making big moves in their careers. Curious what everyone’s up to? Check it out below!

O’Neal Daniels

Major
Masters in Business Analytics

Summer Internship
Executive Intern – Target

“CyBIZ Lab has given me valuable opportunities to manage both people and projects—key skills that recruiters at Target look for. This internship will involve working in middle management between regional and store managers, helping to communicate information and implement quarterly goals at individual Target store locations.”

Ana Downing

Major
Chemistry

Full-Time Position
NSF Research Experience for Undergraduates Program – University of Oregon

“CyBIZ Lab has taught me a lot about being a part of a team and how to effectively communicate with professionals, which is important when working in a research group on multiple projects.”

Audrey Castle

Major
Marketing, Management, and Sales Certificate

Summer Internship
Sales Intern – Holmes Murphy

“CyBIZ Lab has helped me prepare for my internship by boosting my confidence in presenting. During my internship, I will frequently give presentations on the information I’ve learned, and my experience presenting in client meetings, midpoint check-ins, and final presentations has helped me build the skills I need.”

Oriana Ryker

Major
Marketing and Management

Summer Internship
Sales Intern – Holmes Murphy

“One thing that CyBIZ Lab has taught me is how to effectively manage my time while balancing group responsibilities, client expectations, and academic work. It has also helped me develop professional communication skills, which will be essential in both my internship and future career.”

Maya Weinkauf

Major
Agricultural Business with a Marketing Option

Summer Internship
Communications Intern – CNH Capital Marketing

“CyBIZ Lab has given me the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of people and step outside my comfort zone by working on unfamiliar tasks and projects. It has also allowed me to better my understanding of how different business entities operate and communicate, further preparing me for my upcoming internship.”

Erica Becker

Major
Management Information Systems

Full-Time Position
Associate Product Manager – Principal Financial Group

“CyBIZ Lab has given me so many opportunities to grow my skillset, but what it has prepared me for the most is the ability to analyze data, problem-solve, and strategically plan. Having experience in these areas will be crucial as I step into my role as an Associate Product Manager come June.”

Isabel Wolf

Major
Business Analytics and Marketing

Summer Internship
Marketing Internship – John Deere

“CyBIZ Lab gave me applicable learning experience from marketing strategies, target markets, to competitor analysis. In my summer role, I will get the opportunity to grow my knowledge in these fields and beyond.”

Alexis Boord

Major
Agricultural Communications with a minor in General Business

Summer Internship
Human Resources Intern – Landus

“CyBIZ Lab has prepared me for my internship by allowing me to learn how to adapt quickly to various industry needs, communicate effectively with diverse clients, and approach challenges with a strategic mindset.”

Anna Schmitz

Major
Healthcare Management

Full-Time Position
Associate Administrator – LCS (Life Care Services) Professional Development Program

“I’ve learned how to work effectively with diverse teams, strengthened my problem-solving skills, and enhanced my professionalism in fast-paced, real-world settings. One unique takeaway was learning how to present complex ideas clearly and confidently to different audiences, something that will be especially valuable as I communicate with residents, families, and staff in my new role. Whether it’s teamwork, decision-making, or professional communication.”

Andrew Holtz

Major
Finance

Full-Time Position
Financial Services Consultant – EY

“CyBIZ Lab has helped me raise my level of professionalism in everything from writing and technical work, to planning, and even my social interactions. It is the perfect college job for someone looking to learn and work at a high level to prepare themselves for the workforce.”

Ethan Edwards

Major
Business Analytics

Summer Internship
Business Analytics Internship – Rensenhouse (CED)

“CyBIZ Lab has strengthened my problem-solving skills to provide solutions for client needs. I’ve also been prepared to learn quickly, so I can add value immediately in whatever role I am in.”

Grace Gustafson

Major
Marketing (Minor in Entrepreneurship and Business & Technology Consulting)

Full-Time Position
Strategic Project Management Associate – The Minnesota Vikings

“CyBIZ Lab taught me how to work effectively on a cross-functional team and problem solve efficiently. I also learned how to adapt to different clients based on their needs. All of these skills set me up to succeed in interviews and my future career!”

Elle Culberson

Major
Supply Chain Management and Marketing

Full-Time Position
Inventory Analyst – Target

“CyBIZ Lab has taught me to work within a team, and to understand how people work together to reach an impactful outcome. It has prepared me to work in a professional environment and has taught me how to problem-solve and effectively communicate.”

Chase McPherson

Major
Master of Finance

Full-Time Position
Business Unit Analyst – Sun Country Airlines

“CyBIZ Lab has prepared me for my career by creating a professional environment where I can utilize different skill sets in a team setting.”

Kendyll Stevenson

Majors
Supply Chain and International Business

Full-Time Position
Supply Management Development Program – John Deere

“I became more confident in my research, collaboration, multi-tasking and presentation abilities through CyBIZ Lab.”

Gavin Hermanson

Major
Management Information Systems

Summer Internship
IT Operations – Workiva

“At CyBIZ Lab, I learned how to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with others to meet client needs. This experience helped me develop strong communication and project coordination skills while working on real-world business challenges.”

Roy Carter

Majors
Agricultural Business and Economics

Full-Time Position
Credit Development Associate – CoBank

“CyBIZ Lab has really helped me learn to manage multiple responsibilities and work with others in a professional team setting. It has also taught me how to work with clients in order to accomplish their goals.”