Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series Begins — Join Us Monday, Nov. 14 @7PM
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series with an inaugural event scheduled for Monday, November 14 at 7:00p in the Robert A. Jones ’59 Conference Room, Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs. Register here to attend via Zoom webinar.
Two Middlebury alums from Wellington Management Company LLP will return to campus for a moderated in-person discussion about Applying Sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Factors in the Capital Markets:
- Sandhya Subramanian Douglas ’93 P’25, Partner, Senior Managing Director, Director of Strategic Analysis and Implementation
- Soyibou Sylla ’20, Investment Science Associate
Wellington was one of the first firms to integrate climate science with asset management by appointing a climate scientist from Woods Hole Research Center in 2018. Sandhya and Soyibou will share their firsthand experiences with this initiative and some perspectives on their own professional journeys in sustainability since graduating from Middlebury.
The conversation will be moderated by Amanda Frank ‘23.5 and Samuel Sullivan ’23.
Visit go/sustainabilityalums for more details about the Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series and the inaugural event.
Cosponsored by Franklin Environmental Center at Hillcrest, Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs, Climate Action Capacity Project, and Center for Careers and Internships.
Meet alumni at Beyond Wall Street: A Field Guide for Economics Students November 10-11 – This event is open to ALL students, not just Econ majors
While all of these alumni have majored in economics, they are working in a wide-range of professional fields that will be of interest to many of you. They will join us both virtually and in-person to discuss how their major has impacted their career paths.
If you have wondered, “What can I do with my liberal arts major or degree?” Then this is the event for you!
The Beyond Wall Street: A Field Guide for Economics Students features an alumni panel and one-on-one chats, providing outstanding opportunities for you to connect with alumni, faculty, and your peers.
The Schedule of Events:
Thursday, November 10
Alumni Panel:
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Dana Auditorium
Click here to RSVP!
Friday, November 11
One-on-One chats with alumni:
- Denizhan Duran ’11, Economist at the World Bank
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Denizhan (available 9:00-11:20 am) - Yared Gurmu ’04, Mathematical Statistician at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Yared (available 9:00-11:00 am) - Jennifer Porter ’01, Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Sign up for a one-on-one chat with Jennifer (available 9:00 am-12:00 pm) - John Schirm ‘05.5, Senior Director, Executive Compensation at Google
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with John (available 10:30 am-12:00 pm) - Christine Schozer Farr ’13, Coordinating Producer at NBC News
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Christine (available 9:00-10:00 am) - Katharine Wolf ’02, Founder & CEO at Odetta.AI
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Kat (available 10:00 am – 12:00 pm)
New J-term legal internship at Addison County State’s Attorney
The Addison County State’s Attorney’s office right in the town of Middlebury behind the Shaw’s grocery store is seeking student interns during J-term.
Students interested in pursuing a law career, especially proprietorial law, are encouraged to apply. The intern’s duties may include:
- performing legal research
- observing/attending court proceedings
- observing/attending meetings with witnesses and law enforcement
- assisting prosecutors in preparing for deposition hearings and trials
- assisting with discovery, including transcribing recordings
We are here to help you have a great internship experience, learn and develop new skills that will help you be successful in your educational and/or career goals.
Apply here. Deadline is Monday, November 7 at 11:55 pm
Columbia Law School event on campus Monday
Join this event to learn about law school admissions directly from a recruiter.
How important is GPA and LSAT score? What should you write about in your personal statement? What do the best letters of recommendation actually say?
All majors and all students are welcome, not just seniors who might be applying this cycle. Come to listen and learn and ask any questions.
Monday, November 7th
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
219 – Axinn Center
Sign up here.
J-term in DC exploring terrorism work
The Center on Terrorism, Extremism, and Counterterrorism (CTEC) at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) in Washington, DC is seeking qualified Middlebury College students for an internship for Winter Term 2023. This will be an in-person experience in DC. Students will assist CTEC’s Senior Research Scholar and Research Leads with a wide array of extremism- and terrorism-related projects, with a particular focus on accelerationism and online extremism.
Specifically, CTEC is looking for students to work on short- and long-form reports, literature reviews, and open-source research. Possible example projects include, but are not limited to:
- Developing a foundation of knowledge on region-specific neofascism and accelerationism;
- Learning how to identify emerging extremism trends on digital platforms;
- Contributing to CTEC’s ongoing written reports, such as the Dangerous Organizations and Bad Actors series.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong research skills and an understanding of research methodology;
- Demonstrated interest in terrorism, extremism, or security-related issues;
- Strong written and verbal communication.
This opportunity is funded with a $2000 CCI internship award to support expenses associated with the internship, including travel and accommodations. Housing is not provided, but housing search support will be made available. Please note this is a competitive application process, with funding available for five students. There will be excellent professional development opportunities including strong mentorship, relevant guest speakers, and networking.
Apply HERE. Deadline is Wednesday night, November 9
US State Department summer internship applications
The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Summer 2023 Paid Student Internship Program.
Please visit the Intern section of our careers website for more information, and to learn about the selection process and which office may be right for you.
Visit USAJOBS to view the announcement and apply. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is November 7, 2022.
U.S. citizenship is required. If you have any questions or would like to search for topics of interest, please visit our FAQs at careers.state.gov. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.
Virtual preview days to learn about graduate programs at MIIS
The Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS), a graduate school of Middlebury College, offers hands on, immersive, and flexible graduate degrees in international policy, international education and linguistics, that aim to educate students to advance understanding, promote peace, and drive change in pursuit of a more just world.
We are offering a week filled with expert led discussions and program specific break out questions to connect and engage with students globally. We hope to see you in the zoom room! Sign up at the link below:
Virtual Preview Days | Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Monday, November 7
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Save the Planet (Expert Discussion)
Tuesday, November 8
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST The Robots Are Coming: How A.I. Will Change the Language Service Industry…and Why We’ll Still Need Humans (Expert Discussion)
Wednesday, November 9
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST Interculturality: The Integral Link between Cultural Competence and Social Justice (Expert Discussion)
Prepare to work as part of a multicultural and multilingual team on a project with global reach. Engage with renowned International Education professional David Wick to explore incorporating interculturality into program design.
Thursday, November 10
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST Diverting Hate: A Solution to Prevent Online Radicalization (Expert Discussion)
4:00–5:00 p.m. PST Navigating the Admissions Process and Scholarships
- Join the admissions team to learn how to maximize your odds of being admitted and for guidance on financing your education. This session will be particularly informative for students who have not yet submitted an application.
Friday, November 11
Program Sessions
Join faculty, enrollment advisors, and career advisors from each of our programs to explore the curriculum, career outcomes, and more.
- 9:00–9:45 a.m. PST Online Translation and Localization Management
- 10:00–10:45 a.m. PST Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies
- 11:00–11:45 a.m. PST International Environmental Policy
- 1:00–1:45 p.m. PST International Education Management
- 2:00–2:45 p.m. PST International Policy and Development, MPA, and International Trade
- 3:00–3:45 p.m. PST TESOL and Teaching Foreign Language
- 4:00–5:00 p.m. PST Translation, Interpretation, and Localization Management
November is National Career Development Month
Do you know what professional development resources you can engage with this month (well…any time, but especially this month)?
Drop in with our Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) to plan what’s next!
- Explore your career options – go/CareerToolkit
- Create/Update your resume and cover letter – go/ResumeGuide
- Discover different majors and careers – go/MajorGuides
- Prepare for interviews – go/Interviews
- Build your network – go/BuildYourNetwork
- Learn job and internship search strategies with our Peer Career Advisors – go/PCAs
You can schedule an appointment with one of our advisors online through Handshake, or drop in during our PCA Quick Questions (no appointment needed!)
>>Steps One and Two to develop your career<<
STEP ONE: Spend time reflecting on your personality and skills and identify how you’d like to grow. Then focus on that goal.
The first step toward career development is figuring out what you’re working with and working toward. Spending time reflecting on your personality, skills, interests, and values can not only help you think about what your future might hold but also help you figure out how to get the most out of your time at Middlebury.
It is important to make informed choices based on who you are, what you value, and what you can offer to the world. Take some time to consider where you want to go in your career. What is your next step?
Once you’ve clarified your goals, figure out what skills you’ll need to develop or strengthen, what types of experience you need to gain, and what connections will be helpful to cultivate before you make your next move. Keep these skills in mind as you come up with a plan to develop your career. And stay focused.
STEP TWO: Career exploration is a process. You do not need to have all the answers, but we do ask you to embrace exploration, risk taking, and discovery. We invite you to schedule a meeting with a career advisor to discuss options.
The second step is to remind yourself that career exploration is a process. While some students know what they want to do after graduation, the majority of Middlebury students spend time and get lots of help along the way as they consider and discover their career options.
The CCI welcomes you in this journey of exploration and invites you to schedule an appointment in Handshake for an exploratory conversation with one of our career advisors. You can also begin the exploration process with our Career Exploration Guide (link below).
Looking to Improve the World We Live In, But Not Sure How? Join Others @Midd
Ever yearn for something more to your career than the promise of wealth? Believe that the true way to happiness, is making other people happy? Then you likely have considered impact.
No matter what your career interest are, we want to hear about it! From AI development, to impact investing or global priorities research, the options are endless. Effective Altruism is a global community of students, professionals, and activists who frequently ask themselves and each other: what does doing good in the world actually look like? Why should we even consider the idea of doing good? And what are the most effective ways to do so? What goals are actually worth dedicating 80 years of your life to? Come explore these questions with us.
Get involved in our club! Go/ea
Two Legal Internships this J-term
Winter Term 2023 Intern in Chambers of Federal District Court Judge in Boston, MA
This is a unique chance to work closely with a Midd alum and learn more about the inner-workings of a courtroom and the justice system. This opportunity will expose you to assisting the Law Clerks and Law Interns with criminal and civil cases. You may be called upon to work on writing and research projects, as well as administrative tasks. Judge Burroughs received her J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Prior to joining the bench, Judge Burroughs was a partner in the Boston law firm of Nutter McClennen & Fish. Before entering private practice, she served in the Boston and Philadelphia offices of the United States Attorney’s Office. During her sixteen years as an Assistant United States Attorney, Judge Burroughs developed trial and investigation expertise in sophisticated white collar and economic crimes.
Deadline November 1. Apply here: https://middlebury.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/6843320
Winter Term 2023 Intern – Office of General Counsel at Middlebury College
One intern will have the chance to work day-to-day with Middlebury’s general counsel, located at the Middlebury Institute campus in Monterey California, during J-Term. The intern will work closely with the general counsel and paralegal on projects such as policy review and revision relating to Open Expression, developing training materials relating to copyright, and creating guidance for student organizations on issues such as political activity and defamatory speech. This internship will provide practical experience in how to review situations for legal issues, analyze risk, and develop educational and outreach materials.
Deadline November 1. Apply here: https://middlebury.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/7042783