No matter your interests or what you decide to pursue, CCI is here to help you dream big and accomplish your goals. Learn more about internship opportunities.
CCI’s cohort internship programs offer you opportunities to explore a theme and build skills with your Middlebury peers. Apply to be a part of our Conflict Transformation cohort and intern with diiVe, an organization that consults with purpose led companies in South Africa.
A Cohort Internship Experience with diiVe
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Sometimes a great summer internship may be unpaid or offer a small stipend. Thanks to our generous donors, CCI provides internship grants on a competitive basis. Recently, Anna Notaro ’24 utilized a CCI grant to collaborate with John Lower ‘16 while interning with the Kibale Chimpanzee Project (KCP) in Uganda. She followed chimpanzees from dawn to dusk, collecting data and engaging with a vibrant community of scientists at the Makerere University Biological Field Station.
Anna Notaro's Summer Internship with the Kibale Chimpanzee Project
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Spend the summer making a difference for Vermont through with our MiddWorks for Vermont Summer Internship Program. Maeve Nolan ‘25 and Patrick Connelly ‘25.5 worked alongside Kevin Chu ‘14 at the Vermont Futures Project last summer, delving into economic research and community engagement to address Vermont’s challenges and advocate for social equity. They contributed to vital projects like flood support and gained a deeper understanding of Vermont’s complexities.
Maeve Nolan '25 and Patrick Connelly '25.5 intern with Vermont Futures
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Each Winter Term, many students participate in internships and earn academic credit, gaining exposure to meaningful work tied to academic and/or professional interests. Last winter, Jordan Saint-Louis ‘24 interned at Black Arrow crafting editorial-style posts and developing a storyboard for a potential documentary series, reflecting his commitment to bridging cultural identity with professional pursuits.
Jordan Saint-Louis '24 interns at Black Arrow
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As a liberal arts student, you have a wide range options.
Discover opportunities in fields that interest you.
Find out when and how to pursue a graduate degree.
CCI Advisors are here to help you select a major, look for a summer internship, evaluate career possibilities, apply to graduate school, or look for a job. While each advisor focuses on specific industries or fields, all of our advisors are well-equipped to get you started in your own search process.
With a solid liberal arts grounding in essential skills like critical thinking, creative problem solving, and self-expression, plus the confidence that comes from internships and other experiences outside the classroom, you’ll graduate from Middlebury prepared for a rewarding future. Download a PDF of the data. Data gathered from Class of 2023 surveyed six months after graduation.
Please note percentages do not reflect industry overlap (e.g., environmental law, social impact investing, etc.)
18% financial services
15% science and health care
14% education and social impact
14% consulting
10% arts, media, and communications
9% environment, energy, and agriculture
7% technology
7% government, law, and policy
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When: Monday, April 29th 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT Location: Unknown Join International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) & the Center for Careers & Internships (CCI) for a discussion about U.S.-based summer internships and Curricular Practical Training (CPT) requirements. This session for UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY will focus on how to apply for enrollment in the Middlebury Institute’s summer fieldwork course (for CPT eligibility) and on the CPT authorization process and its many requirements. We will start with a brief overview of key points, followed by time for questions. The goal is to help you be prepared to make it happen. Please join us!
When: Thursday, May 2nd 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT Location: Munroe , 406, 427 College St, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, United States Join Middlebury Diversity in Business (MiddDIB) and the Center for Careers & Internships (CCI) for an alumni panel with distinguished professionals from companies like Lyft, Nike, Microsoft, and Estée Lauder, where you can learn about careers in marketing, corporate strategy, human resources, product management, and more.You can join us in person to enjoy some delicious food from Sabai Sabai in Munroe 406 or via Zoom. Panelists:Marina Sideli ‘13, People Project Manager at Lyft Ari Joseph ‘05, Lead Designer for Concepts at NikeAazum Shaikh ‘18, Manager of Corporate Strategy at MastercardDavid Ellis ‘09, Senior Product Marketing Manager at MicrosoftHugo Lara ‘07, Director of Skincare Marketing at Estée Lauder North America Zoom link: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/91319084484?pwd=VEtjY0xkd2hLbk0yY3FGbHZTZlJOZz0
When: Tuesday, May 7th 2024, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT Location: McCullough - Student Center , Wilson Hall , 14 Old Chapel Rd, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, United States "This mandatory one-hour in-person training will provide information and resources for all students taking part in internships this summer that are funded or sponsored by the Center for Careers and Internships. Topics covered will include grant requirements, as well as resources and tips to help you prepare for and be successful in your internship. This session is required whether you are taking part in a remote, hybrid, or in-person internship. Attendance will be taken and those missing the session due to extenuating circumstances and conflicts (such as study abroad) must be excused by Cheryl Whitney Lower ahead of time. Any student who has not attended or been excused ahead of time will risk losing their funding. Please note: This session is required for all CCI-funded and sponsored interns; some interns may be required to attend additional program-specific trainings as well. Presented by CCI Staff. "
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