The Institute of Beauty and Wellness

Student + Career Services

Career Services

Our full time student services team supports students from enrollment through graduation, with state board prep, career resources, and professional development.

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Here to Help

Start the journey toward your success

Use the benefits of a full time student services team dedicated to guiding you through your career in beauty and wellness.

  • Support from enrollment to graduation
  • Preparation for state board exams
  • Career resources for current students and alumni
  • Professional development and resume creation

Who we are

Our student services team provides comprehensive support as students prepare for their professional careers. Beyond resume development and building competitive social profiles, the team oversees completion of the Aveda retail training program, a requirement for anyone aspiring to work in an Aveda salon. They also manage the in house job board and organize career fairs, connecting students with employers across the industry.

Contact us

studentservices@ibw.edu

Gaya Sonnichsen, Director, Milwaukee Institute

Preparing you for the real world

Career Resources

Three resources built for success in beauty and wellness: quarterly career fairs, student spotlights, and regional and global openings on our job board. Current students and alumni are welcome at all three.

The Institute of Beauty and Wellness does not guarantee employment or job placement.

Career Fairs

The Institute hosts quarterly career fairs

  • 30+ employers attend
  • Meet salon and spa owners and managers
  • Insight into prospective opportunities
  • Open to alumni and current students

Job Opportunities

Explore regional roles in Wisconsin, Illinois, and beyond

  • Regional openings across Wisconsin and Illinois
  • Aveda network opportunities worldwide
  • Open to alumni and current students

Student Spotlights

Shine bright on the clinic floors

  • Students are observed while they work on clinic floors
  • One on one time to discuss work and employment
  • Opportunity to demonstrate unique talents

Career fairs

Upcoming Dates

Career fair dates are shared with current students and alumni by Student Services.

Externship program

Top tier hands on off campus training

  • Rewards high achieving students
  • Exclusive training with industry professionals
  • Up to 10% of program hours dedicated to real world experience
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Employers

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Reach students and alumni across Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee. Posting is free.

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Your success, our priority

Parent Resources

Join the Institute's support network and walk alongside your aspiring beauty professional. From graduation rates to industry career questions, we are here to support you and your student throughout the journey.

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