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
- Nov132025
SoC I EPICS: Q&A with David West Read
6:30 PM
1920 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Join us for a Q&A with David West Read, Executive Producer of Schitt's Creek moderated by Zayd Dohrn, Director MFA in Writing for Screen & Stage.
David West Read is an Emmy award winning showrunner and Tony nominated book writer for the Broadway hit musical & Juliet.
This event is made possible as a Bindley Family Visiting Artist.
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.



