Welcome to External Programs, Internships & Career Services
External Programs, Internships, & Career Services (EPICS) provides personalized guidance, comprehensive resources, and opportunities for School of Communication graduate and undergraduate students to explore their career interests and develop meaningful connections with alumni and industry professionals as they prepare for life beyond Northwestern.
How do we do this?
- We demystify industries and career paths
- We foster an environment that promotes serious play, resiliency, and confidence
- We program events and create content that foster a collaborative environment for students to explore potential lifelong interests ranging from creative fields to health professions
Upcoming Events
- Jan272025
SoC I EPICS: Industry Connect: Arts, Culture, and Theatre
5:00 PM
601 University Place, Evanston, IL 60208Join alumni & professionals from the arts, culture and theatre industries for a night of networking and industry insights. During the event, you will have the opportunity to connect with each of the guests in small groups to learn about their experience and hear advice on getting started in arts, culture & theatre industries.
Light appetizers and refreshments will be served.
- Jan302025
RTVF | EPICS: Nobody Knows Anything: A Conversation with Nicole Holofcener
4:00 PM
1920 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Join us for a vibrant conversation with writer/director Nicole Holofcener about her filmmaking process and the industry. The conversation and Q&A will be moderated by Zayd Dohrn, Director, MFA in Writing for the Screen + Stage.
Reception to follow in AMS-110 with light refreshments.
Nicole Holofcener has written and directed seven films including Friends with Money, Enough Said, and most recently You Hurt My Feelings. She co-wrote the Oscar nominated screenplay for Can You Ever Forgive Me, as well as collaborating on The Last Duel by Ridley Scott. She has directed numerous television shows including Mrs. Fletcher, Enlightened, Extrapolations, and Parks & Rec.
Made possible by the Bindley Family Endowed Fund for Visiting Artists.
- Feb032025
SoC I EPICS: Script Coverage Workshop
6:00 PM
One of the essential skills required of interns working in film/television production houses is the ability to write succinct yet descriptive script coverage. Learn the ends and outs of crafting powerful coverage that conveys the necessary information to determine viability of a story AND enable you to stand out in your internship cohort.
Handshake
EPICS is integrated with Handshake, Northwestern’s central career services hub. Through this platform, students can access job and internship opportunities, schedule career appointments with EPICS staff, and stay updated on career events and workshops—all to support your career planning and job search.