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
- Sep232025
SoC I EPICS: Pop Up Career Advising
10:00 AM
1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208School of Communication Students – Have questions about your career, summer or post-grad plans? Not sure how to start your internship search? Need feedback on your resume or cover letter?
Join us at the EPICS Pop-Up Advising Tables on September 23 and 25 to connect with EPICS Career Advisors. We’ll be available for quick drop-in sessions and to answer any questions you may have.
No specific questions? No problem! Stop by, grab a snack, and say hello—we look forward to seeing you. No appointment or Handshake registration required.
Dates & Locations:
Tuesday, September 23 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Wirtz Lobby
Thursday, September 25 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Frances Searle Building, 2nd Floor
- Sep232025
SoC I EPICS: Graduate Mix & Mingle
5:30 PM
1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208A chance to meet and network across graduate programs, serving as a first touchpoint to encourage community building, collaboration, and greater awareness of EPICS.
- Sep252025
SoC I EPICS: Pop Up Career Advising
10:00 AM
1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208School of Communication Students – Have questions about your career, summer or post-grad plans? Not sure how to start your internship search? Need feedback on your resume or cover letter?
Join us at the EPICS Pop-Up Advising Tables on September 23 and 25 to connect with EPICS Career Advisors. We’ll be available for quick drop-in sessions and to answer any questions you may have.
No specific questions? No problem! Stop by, grab a snack, and say hello—we look forward to seeing you. No appointment or Handshake registration required.
Dates & Locations:
Tuesday, September 23 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Wirtz Lobby
Thursday, September 25 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Frances Searle Building, 2nd Floor
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.