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
- Jan172025
SoC I EPICS: Internship Search Strategies
12:00 PM
1877 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Internship and job searching can be an overwhelming process, but the right strategy can make it easier and help you land the opportunity you want. We will focus on the summer internship search and you will leave the workshop with individualized next steps.
- Jan212025
SoC I EPICS: Freelancing & Marketing Yourself Master Class
12:30 PM
2240 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208Join us for an interactive masterclass focused on freelancing and self-marketing in the creative industries. Led by Justin Sinkovich, whose expertise includes freelancing, entrepreneurship, pitching and branding, as well as deep knowledge of the music and sound industries, this session will provide practical tools and strategies for building a sustainable freelance career.
What You’ll Learn:
Freelancing Basics: Foundational steps to get started and thrive.
Sustainable Career Development: Learn how to plan and maintain a long-term freelancing career.
Marketing Yourself: Strategies for pitching your skills, building your personal brand, and standing out in competitive fields.
With a guided discussion format, this session will address the specific needs and interests of participants. Whether you’re new to freelancing or looking to refine your approach, this masterclass offers actionable insights to help you succeed. - Jan272025
SoC I EPICS: Industry Connect: Arts, Culture, and Theatre
5:00 PM
601 University Place, Evanston, IL 60208Join alumni & professionals from the arts, culture and theatre industries for a night of networking and industry insights. During the event, you will have the opportunity to connect with each of the guests in small groups to learn about their experience and hear advice on getting started in arts, culture & theatre industries.
Light appetizers and refreshments will be served.
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.