Career Conversation and a Media Industry Discussion with Sydney Warren ’19, Podcast Strategy Manager at ViacomCBS – Wednesday, October 20!
Please join us for a Career Conversation and a Media Industry Discussion with Sydney Warren ’19, Podcast Strategy Manager at ViacomCBS . She will discuss her career journey and current trends in the industry.
Sydney received a bachelor’s degree in Film and Media Culture from Middlebury College in 2019. She currently works in audio and podcasting at ViacomCBS where she serves as the Manager of Podcast Strategy. She focuses on growing and developing successful podcast slates across the company’s entire portfolio of brands, such as MTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, CBS, and more. Prior to joining the Podcast Team, she held various positions at ViacomCBS and in the media/entertainment sector, including roles in operations, marketing, and production.
Learn about Two New Funded Summer Internship Opportunities in African Art on Thursday, October 21!
Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021
Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Location: Johnson 304
The Norval Foundation in Cape Town, South Africa, is a large museum dedicated to mostly modern and contemporary art from South Africa, Africa in general, and the African diaspora worldwide. Located in a state-of-the-art new facility, the Norval Foundation has a rich permanent collection, features temporary exhibitions, presents a rich array of programming and events, and offers educational opportunities including internships.
Two funded summer internships are now available to Middlebury students. Starting in early July and ending in mid-August, the internships are in the curatorial and educational departments. If you are interested, please join the information session and panel discussion with Jean Fritts ‘86, Specialist of African and Oceanic art and Senior Director, International Chairman, Sotheby’s (London), and Owen Martin, Director, Karel Nel and Khanya Mashabela, curators, and a former intern, all from the Norval Foundation. Do not miss this exciting opportunity. Mark your calendars NOW!
Pizza and drinks will be available in the Johnson Lobby starting at 12:20. The information session and panel discussion will start at 12:30 in Johnson 304.
Do you want to work in the entertainment industry? Join the UTA info session on Thursday, October 21!
UTA (United Talent Agency) represents many of the world’s most acclaimed figures in every current and emerging area of entertainment and media, including motion pictures, television, music, digital, broadcast news, books, theatre, video games, fine art, sports, and live entertainment.
UTA is also globally recognized in the areas of film finance, film packaging, branding, licensing, endorsements and representation of production talent. UTA additionally provides corporate consulting, venture funding and strategic advisory services to companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies.
Join UTA for an open discussion about life working at a leading talent agency and gain insight into different career opportunities both within an agency and the entertainment industry on Thursday, October 21!
Voices of Lime: the intersecting identities of LGBTQIA+ and disability – Wednesday, October 27!
Join Lime Connect Next Gen board member and Chief Strategy Officer of the Black Veterans Project, Daniele Anderson, as she moderates a panel discussion with Lime Connect’s LGBTQIA+ Network members who live with disabilities. During this discussion, we will explore how disability intersects with a person’s experience of gender and sexuality, and how that intersection impacts the workplace – including disclosure, career decisions, and professional relationships. We will also cover how employers can best support their LGBTQIA+ employees with disabilities, and practical takeaways for creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace.
Date: Wednesday, October 27th | 12:00 PM EST
Virtual via Zoom | Live captioning available
Click here to register for the event!
Adobe Max – The Creativity Conference (free virtual event) Tuesday, October 26- Thursday, October 28!
Inspiration is their superpower. Be inspired by expert speakers in more than 400 sessions. Join the conference for an extraordinary virtual experience to find inspiration, connect with creatives from around the world, and learn the best ways to bring your best ideas to life. Click here to register!
Explore the world’s leading global translation and business solutions company on Wednesday, October 27!
TransPerfect’s Virtual TPExplore Career Fair is an exciting opportunity for students who are interested in meeting recruiters 1:1 to ask any questions, share resumes, and learn about the inner-workings of the world’s leading global translation and business solutions company! Get the exclusive peak into what their family of companies is all about, what they look for in candidates for their entry-level roles, and everything in between!
Activate Your Handshake Profile – Week 9
Your To Do for Week Nine:
This week of Handshake’s #NoFailFall, carve out your place in Handshake’s community!
One of the best ways to help other job-seekers on Handshake is to review your experience in a role. It’s quick to write feedback about what you liked, what you wish was different, and advice for other students considering similar roles. You can also answer other users’ questions (such as “what skills will help me succeed as a summer analyst at a major investment bank?”) and ask new ones to hear advice from folks who’ve been there.
Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Meet the Trustees at the Post-Pandemic Change and Opportunity: A Conversation with Trustees on Navigating the Way Forward on Thursday, 10/21
This is a great opportunity to hear from trustees in a more casual setting. Meet us in Wilson Hall to hear the trustees talk and then join us for the Q&A after.
CCI is excited to announce that we have partnered with the President’s Office to host Post-Pandemic Change and Opportunity: A Conversation with Trustees on Navigating the Way Forward.
The past 18 months have profoundly changed many aspects of our lives. As we look to the future, please join Middlebury Trustees Cathy Lee ‘95, Dennis Parker ‘77, Helen Riess P ‘13, P ‘15, and Parker Harris ‘89, P ‘20 for a conversation with students as they share their personal and professional perspectives on these changes—and how the Middlebury experience will help prepare students for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Date: Thursday, October 21
Time: 4:45 PM
Location: Wilson Hall, McCullough
Design your Midd: Your Middlebury Bucket List
Bucket Lists are popular because they allow us to dream big and plan for things we want to do in our life before we eventually “kick the bucket.” So why not create a “Bucket List” for college? It’s a fun way to think through choices for your time at Middlebury and beyond. Let’s keep your dreams top of mind as you experience all that Middlebury has to offer. This program is designed for First Years and Sophomores, but all students are welcome.
Sponsored by the Center for Careers and Internships.
Considering a Winter Term Internship for Credit?
| Do you have a Winter Term internship lined up or want to consider doing a J-term internship? Here’s the information you’ll need if you want to take part in an internship AND earn credit for the internship. Find all the Information, FAQs, Timeline and Checklist here or follow the steps below. STEP 1: Have your resume approved by a CCI Peer Career Advisor (PCA). No appointment necessary. See go/PCAs for times and locations. STEP 2: Secure your internship. Check out the Winter Term internships currently posted in Handshake, visit go/findinternships for tips, or make an appointment with a CCI advisor or visit a PCA for help. STEP 3: Find a Middlebury faculty member to serve as your academic sponsor. See FAQ at go/WTinternships for more info on academic sponsors. STEP 4: Write your personal statement for your application for credit including 3 scholarly sources (see samples). STEP 5: Download the Internship Agreement Form, read it, and initial all sections. STEP 6: Create an Experience in Handshake – this is your application for credit. go/Handshake>Career Center>Experiences>Create an Experience. Select Winter Term Application for Credit/Funding and Winter Term 2022 and answer all questions marked with an asterisk. Immediately after submitting, attach your personal statement, your CCI-approved resume, and a signed Internship Agreement. Several funding grants are available for students on financial aid on a first-come, first-served basis. Internship credit is approved on a rolling basis up until Dec. 1. Apply now! Please note: Sophomores through Super Seniors who have been enrolled for Fall ’21 (exceptions apply) or those on an approved study away program (Middlebury or non-Middlebury) are eligible to earn credit during Winter Term 2022. |
