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Empowering SoC students to unlock their potential in the communication and creative industries.

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?

  1. We demystify industries and career paths
  2. We foster an environment that promotes serious play, resiliency, and confidence 
  3. 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
  • Sep
    23
    2025

    SoC I EPICS: Pop Up Career Advising

    10:00 AM

    1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208

    School 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

  • Sep
    23
    2025

    SoC I EPICS: Graduate Mix & Mingle

    5:30 PM

    1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208

    A chance to meet and network across graduate programs, serving as a first touchpoint to encourage community building, collaboration, and greater awareness of EPICS.

  • Sep
    25
    2025

    SoC I EPICS: Pop Up Career Advising

    10:00 AM

    1949 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208

    School 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

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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.

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