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Signature Programs

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

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  • Life Sciences in Action: Exciting Careers in the Life Sciences Industry (Wednesday, April 29th 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDT)

    When: Wednesday, April 29th 2026, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDT Location: McCardell Bicentennial Hall , 220, 276 Bicentennial Way, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, United States Discover a world where your passion meets opportunity! Whether you're a STEM enthusiast, a humanities scholar, or a social sciences innovator, the Life Sciences industry offers diverse paths to explore your interests and harness your unique talents. Join us for an inspiring discussion as our panel of Middlebury alumni reveals the groundbreaking trends shaping the industry today. Learn firsthand how your liberal arts background can pave the way for exciting and transformative careers in a field where science meets creativity. This is your chance to gain invaluable insights, network with trailblazers, and envision a future where your skills make a real-world impact. Don't miss out on the opportunity to see the limitless possibilities that await you in the Life Sciences!Moderator: Jeremy Ward - Albert D. Mead Professor of Biology and Vice President of Academic AffairsConfirmed Panelists:  Chris Ahlers ’89 — Senior Medical Director, NovaBridge Biosciences Ginelle Andrews ’99 – Director of Commercial Product Sourcing Strategy at Pfizer Kirsten Detrick ’87 — Tuck B-School Adjunct Prof., retired Sr. Exec. BioPharma Industry Charlotte Marks ’23.5 — Senior Analyst at Chestnut Partners Chris Mycek ’89 — Head of Commercialization at Benchworks Scott Riccio ’94 - Head & US Lead of Oncology Patient Advocacy, Takeda Oncology Brad Schenkel ’97 — Director, Health Economics and Outcomes Research at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Andre Spring ’88 — Vice-President Oncology Marketing, Regeneron **Pizza will be served at this event!**

  • 2026 MAREA Alumni Series #4: Careers into Renewable Energy (Thursday, April 30th 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT)

    When: Thursday, April 30th 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT Location: Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs , Conference Room, 148 Hillcrest Road, 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.4th ALUMNI SPEAKER PANEL TOPICS:  Research, Engineering & Technology Development  for the Energy Transition LOCATION: Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs Conference Room TIME: 5:00-6:00 PM Alumni Speakers: Kae Fink '16 (National Laboratory of the Rockies (formerly National Renewable Energy Laboratory) Norman Farquhar  '14 (Director of Technology at Key Capture Energy), Francesca Bradley '25.5 (Business Development Associate and Project Coordinator at Verde Technologies).  MAREA Student Leadership Interest Meeting (Dinner at 6:00 PM)Following the speaker alumni panel at 6 pm in the RAJ dinner will be provided (sponsored by the Climate Action Program) for students interested in holding a leadership position, or learning more about ways to get involved as a campus ambassador for MAREA. 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

  • Pre-Internship Training for All CCI-Funded and CCI-Select Summer Interns (Tuesday, May 5th 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EDT)

    When: Tuesday, May 5th 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EDT Location: Dana Auditorium - Sunderland Language Center , Dana Auditorium , 356 College Street, Middlebury, Vermont 05753, United States This internship pre-departure meeting is mandatory for all recipients of CCI competitive funding and CCI Select internships. Only students who receive an award letter from the Internships team are required to attend.Questions? Please email internships@middlebury.edu

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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