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Signature Programs

Below you’ll find upcoming events and programs hosted by the CCI.

Upcoming Events

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  • 2026 MAREA Alumni Series #3: Careers into Renewable Energy (Thursday, April 23rd 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT)

    When: Thursday, April 23rd 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT Location: Franklin Environmental Center at Hillcrest , 103, 531 College Street, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, United States This new alumni-student network is all about connecting you with Midd grads working across the renewable energy space—people who’ve been in your shoes and are now building careers in a fast-growing, impact-driven field. 3rd ALUMNI SPEAKER PANEL:  Thursday, April 23 TOPICS:  The Role of Policy & Government in Renewable Energy LOCATION: Hillcrest 103, The Orchard, Franklin Environmental Center TIME: 5:00-6:00 PM Alumni Panel Speakers: Kate Ratcliffe ‘25, Program Administrator at Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Caroline Colan ‘17.5, Manager of Government Affairs at Maine Department of Energy Resources Lukas Kauth ‘21, Legislative Assistant for Senator Peter Welch (VT) The newly launched MAREA (Middlebury Alumni in Renewable Energy Association), is hosting the 2026 Spring Alumni Speaker Series: Pathways to Careers in Renewable Energy. Each week features a different panel focused on a key part of the industry, so you can get a full picture of the many paths into clean energy.You’ll hear directly from alumni about their career journeys, how they broke into the field, and what they wish they knew as students. Even better—they’ll be there to answer your questions about internships, job searches, and getting started.No cost, real talk, and valuable connections—definitely worth checking out. Co-sponsored by MAREA (Middlebury Alumni in Renewable Energy), Center for Careers and Internships, Climate Action Program, and Sustainability and Environmental Affairs

  • Pathways & Perspectives: Research (Friday, April 24th 2026, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT)

    When: Friday, April 24th 2026, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT Location: Virtual Curious about what a career in research looks like beyond the classroom? Connect with alumni working in biotech, national labs, and conservation science to learn how they turned academic interests into impactful research careers.CCI and Midd2Midd are teaming up to offer 1:1 virtual chats with alumni volunteers who are excited to share their experiences and advice. These conversations are casual, so bring your curiosity and your best questions — from industry trends to navigating your next steps.Please click the links below to sign up for a chat time slot.Participating Alumni:Dana Glackin '22, Clinical Trial Specialist at Ultragenyx Pharmaceuticals  https://middlebury.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10845467Callie Goetz '09, Research and Development Staff, Oak Ridge National Laboratory https://middlebury.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10845646  

  • Summer CPT/Internship Fieldwork Course Enrollment Info Sessions-UG ONLY (Wednesday, April 29th 2026, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EDT)

    When: Wednesday, April 29th 2026, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EDT Location: Virtual 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!

Signature Programs

Explore CCI’s signature programs that connect your Middlebury experience to the world of work. These programs offer meaningful ways to learn from alumni, gain experience, and build confidence in your career path.

Field Guides

Field Guides help you think broadly about where your academic work may lead in a professional context. You’ll meet Middlebury alumni who share how they turned their majors, interests, and experiences into rewarding careers, and what they wish they’d known as students.. 

Live from DC

Live From DC is a live webinar series featuring alumni and guest speakers across a range of career fields. Conversations focus on current events, policy implications, and evolving opportunities in Washington, D.C. and beyond.

MIDDVantage

MIDDVantage is a dynamic career exploration program that provides you and alumni with the opportunity to gain exposure to different fields of interest. With insights from Middlebury alumni and industry experts, you’ll learn about career paths, day-to-day realities, and emerging trends to help you explore and pursue your goals.

MiddWorks for Vermont Summer Internship Program

Spend the summer making a difference for Vermont! Middlebury College is deeply vested in and committed to the future of our home state! MiddWorks for Vermont Summer Internship Program is funded by Middlebury College Center for Careers and Internships and provides internships with a variety of organizations that advance the following:

  • a robust Vermont economy and skilled workforce
  • a just Vermont society
  • a healthy Vermont population
  • a “green” Vermont environment
  • equitable access to excellence in education
  • a vibrant Vermont arts and cultural scene

Pathways & Perspectives

Pathways & Perspectives connects you one-on-one with alumni in Midd2Midd who’ve been in your shoes and are now thriving in a wide range of careers. This series offers 20-minute virtual conversations with alumni volunteers from a variety of industries. These chats are a chance to ask questions, explore career paths, and get personalized advice about graduate school, work culture, and how your Middlebury experience can translate into meaningful opportunities.

Student Treks

Student Treks connect you with alumni and organizations through onsite visits and job shadowing experiences. Learn directly from professionals, explore industries, and see what it’s like to work in different environments.

UpNext

UpNext brings alumni from a specific industry to campus to share insider perspectives, advice, and insights. These events help you understand what it takes to launch and thrive in that field, and how to make the most of your Middlebury education along the way.

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