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
- May062025
SoC I EPICS: Alumni Career Conversation - A Deep Dive into PR
12:00 PM
Public Relations (PR) plays a key role in shaping how organizations communicate with the public, media, and stakeholders. This session will provide an overview of strategic communications and the essential elements of effective PR.
- May132025
SoC I EPICS: Internship Panel - Getting the Most Out of Your Experience
5:30 PM
1880 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Join us for an interactive session where students who have completed internships will share internship search strategies, lessons learned and best practices for optimal internship experiences.
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.