Super Senior Febs and Seniors: Make the Most of Your Final Weeks and Months
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As winter term begins, the Center for Careers and Internships (CCI) is here to support Middlebury Super Senior Febs - and Seniors as they prepare for what comes next, whether that’s launching a job search, preparing for graduate school interviews, planning a gap year, or exploring multiple paths.
This month, CCI is introducing new tools, expanded global career resources, and senior-focused programming designed to help you move forward with confidence during your final weeks at Middlebury.
Stay Connected: Senior Scoop
All seniors will begin receiving Senior Scoop, CCI’s career newsletter tailored specifically for the Classes of 2025.5 and 2026. Senior Scoop highlights upcoming events, career resources, and timely reminders designed for seniors navigating their final semester. The newsletter will arrive via your Middlebury email and sent through Handshake.
To make sure you receive the most relevant information, seniors are encouraged to update their career interests in Handshake and sign up for at least one Career Community newsletter. This allows CCI to personalize outreach and share content aligned with your goals and interests.
Personalize Your Career Support
Schedule an appointment with one of CCI’s Advisors
New Career Resources Available to Seniors
CCI is excited to roll out three new resources:
Big Interview: Interview Preparation and Practice
Big Interview is a comprehensive online platform designed to help students prepare for interviews more effectively. Seniors can use Big Interview to practice mock interviews, record and review responses, access video and written lessons, build resumes, and receive feedback on interview performance.
The platform supports students at every stage of the interview process—from early preparation to final-round confidence building.
Log in and check out the new platform today!
GoinGlobal + Interstride: Explore Careers at Home and Abroad
GoinGlobal, now integrated with Interstride, helps students and alumni explore career and study opportunities around the world. The platform offers expert-curated career guides for more than 120 cities and countries, global job and internship listings across 50+ countries, and tools to research employers and industries.
Seniors can also access visa and work authorization resources, including H-1B and OPT employer data, as well as cross-cultural training tools such as CultureWizard to build global career readiness.
Launching January 26: The Middlebury Career Closet
Beginning January 26, CCI will launch the Middlebury Career Closet, expanding access to professional attire for interviews, networking events, and career-related experiences.
Seniors will have two options:
- CCI In-House Career Closet for short-term, immediate needs
- MyCareerCloset, a preferred option offering curated professional outfits shipped directly to students
Need-based vouchers will be available to ensure equitable access. More details will be shared later this month.
January Programming for Seniors
Throughout January Term, CCI will offer a series of senior-focused career events designed to support students in their final semester. These programs will address topics such as job searching, interviewing, decision-making, and next steps after graduation. Seniors are welcome to attend any or all sessions.
- Targeting Your Résumé - Thursday, January 8 at 4:30 PM in Axinn 109
- Effective Networking - Wednesday, January 14 at 4:30 PM in Axinn 109
- Organizing Your Job Search - Thursday, January 15 at 4:30 PM in Axinn 109
- Interviewing Like a Pro - Wednesday, January 21 at 4:30 PM in Axinn 109
Looking Ahead
As senior febs and seniors begin their final weeks/months at Middlebury, CCI remains committed to providing individualized support, practical tools, and meaningful programming to help students navigate this transition.
Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with with a Career Advisor, engage with CCI resources, attend upcoming events, and reflect on their goals for the months ahead.