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
- Apr142026
SoC I EPICS: [POSTPONED] Life After NU - Finding Your Path In Healthcare
5:00 PM
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Check back with updated date.
Curious about careers in healthcare? Connect with early career Northwestern alumni navigating paths in speech-language pathology, therapy, and patient care. Ideal for Communication Sciences and Disorders students and anyone exploring clinical or health-related professions. Hear about graduate school decisions, working in therapeutic settings, and finding your direction after graduation.
- Apr172026
SoC I EPICS: How To Connect With Northwestern Alumni
11:00 AM
2240 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Discover how to leverage Northwestern’s alumni and professional network. You’ll leave with a personalized action plan to guide your next steps and help you connect meaningfully with the people and resources that can move your career forward.
- Apr212026
SoC I EPICS + NCA: Pop-Up Advising
11:00 AM
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 Pop-Up Advising Tables this spring to connect with EPICS and NCA 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 and say hello—we look forward to seeing you. No appointment or Handshake registration required.
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.



