How I Got Hired: Web and Tech Project Manager, SAI Programs
International Education Management graduate Robin Riebman shares how her coursework and connections with classmates helped her launch a career in international education.
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New Agreement Provides Exclusive Internship Opportunities at UNICEF for Middlebury Institute Students
| by Jason Warburg
A new memorandum of understanding with UNICEF reserves internship slots at the UN agency for two Middlebury Institute students each year, offering an accelerated path into the international development field.
How I Got Hired: Executive Director, Santa Cruz County Business Council
| by Emmy Ham MPA '20
“The interview process is an opportunity to make sure the organization is a good fit for you as much as it is for them to assess your qualifications,” says Emmy Ham MPA ’20 about her role as a leader at the Santa Cruz County Business Council.
Beyond Study Abroad—International Education Careers: Online Discussion Recording
| by Grace O’Dell
Despite challenges in international travel, there is still significant demand for international education professionals. The opportunities are not just in study abroad but also in technology, philanthropy, diplomacy, and more. Join Grace O’Dell (International Education Management career and academic advisor) for an exploration of the depth and breadth of international education careers.
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How I Got Hired: English and Social Studies Teacher, International School of Choueifat
| by Mary Njeri Njuguna MATESOL '20
“Tap deeply into the long-standing MIIS alumni network, as well as professors and advisors,” advises Mary Njeri Njuguna MATESOL ’20 as she reflects on how she got her role as an English and social studies teacher at an international school in Egypt.
International Development Careers for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers
| by Jessie Raymond
In a May podcast, Middlebury Institute career advisor and Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (RPCV) Scott Webb MPA ’07 shared tips for RPCVs looking to break into the field of international development.
Up to the Test: Passing the United Nations Exams for Interpreters
| by Matthew Jennings
How recent Middlebury Institute graduate Gustavo Mercado MACI ’19 passed one of the United Nation’s most difficult interpretation examinations.
How I Got Hired: Program Director, Read to Me Project
I highly recommend informational interviews—not only do they help expand your network, but they are also a great way to practice interviewing. Take courses that offer you practical skills and experience, and take the time to work on your language skills.