Preparing for an interview, whether for a summer internship, a first job, or graduate school, can be one of the most stressful parts of the career search. To help students feel more confident and prepared, the Center for Careers and Internships (CCI) has launched Big Interview, a new online interview training and practice platform now available to all Middlebury College students.
When it comes to making a strong first impression, your presence speaks before you even say a word. On October 29, 2025, students gathered in the Axinn Center for a workshop on “Professional Presence: Best Practices for Distinguishing Yourself,” led by Stephanie Coughlan P’28, founder and president of Image Intelligence.
Wondering how Middlebury alumni turned their economics degrees into meaningful careers? Don’t miss CCI’s Beyond Wall Street: Field Guide for Students Studying Economics panel and one-on-one chats on Nov. 6–7.
Middlebury College has been named one of the Peace Corps’ 2025 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges, ranking No. 10 among small schools. With five alumni currently serving abroad and 467 alumni having served since 1961, Middlebury continues its strong tradition of global service and impact.
Discover the many ways a liberal arts education can lead to a career in the life sciences. On Thursday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Davis Library, Room 105 A/B, join a panel of Middlebury alumni working across biotech, pharmaceuticals, research, and more. Hear their stories, explore emerging industry trends, and learn how your unique background can make an impact in this dynamic field. Open to all students.
Over spring break, ten Middlebury students traveled to Washington, DC, for the Global Affairs and Conflict Transformation Student Trek - an immersive career exploration experience funded by The Kathryn Wasserman Davis Collaborative in Conflict Transformation. Through alumni-led site visits and discussions, students gained firsthand information about policymaking, diplomacy, and global conflict resolution.
The internship search process can undoubtedly be daunting. However, we’re here to help the whole process be smooth, successful, and even fun! Here are a few essential tips to get you started.
Curious about a career in global health, public health, or health policy? The Global Health Field Guide, hosted by CCI and the Global Health Department, brings alumni back to campus to share their career journeys, insights, and advice. Don’t miss the chance to attend the career panel and one-on-one chats—open to all students, no matter your major!
The cycle of alumni helping students transition from college to career runs strong at Middlebury, and is made even stronger today through Midd2Midd. Launched in 2019, the program features more than 11,000 alumni, parents, and other members of the Middlebury College community who are willing to share career advice from around the world and virtually every career field imaginable.
