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Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and its worldwide economic impact, members of Skidmore’s Class of 2020 are finding fulfilling success and demonstrating remarkable achievement in pursuing employment, education and other opportunities after graduation, a new report from the College’s Career Development Center shows.
The Summer Experience Fund (SEF) Awards accept applications in its 13th year, now awarding more than 100 students in funding to pursue unpaid summer experiences. Application deadline for 2021 is March 29 at 11:59 a.m.
When Rachael Borthwick ’21 was elected Student Government Association president in spring 2020 amid a global pandemic and a national economic crisis, she immediately set to work with various Skidmore departments to help her fellow students prepare for the challenges ahead.
The following stories are part of the CDC’s Crooked Mile Series featuring members of the Class of 2009. During the last major economic downturn, these Skidmore community members went through their own early career journeys characterized by complexity, interconnectedness, and susceptibility to change. Below are experiences and advice in their own words.- The following stories are part of the CDC’s Crooked Mile Series featuring members of the Class of 2009. During the last major economic downturn, these Skidmore community members went through their own early career journeys characterized by complexity, interconnectedness, and susceptibility to change. Below are experiences and advice in their own words.
Given the longer 2020-2021 winter break, learn advice from the Skidmore CDC team as to how to utilize this gift of time for career preparation.
Upcoming Events
- When: Monday, September 20th 2021, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT Location: Unknown THIS IS SESSION 1 of our EY Alumni Panel. SESSION 2 will also be held on Monday, September 20 from 6-7 p.m. At Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) you’ll have more than a job. You’ll have the kind of career that can only come from an inclusive, supportive work environment; coaching and mentorship at every step; a high performing culture; and, of course, exceptional people. Join Skidmore alumni employed at EY, learn...
- When: Monday, September 20th 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT Location: Unknown This is SESSION 2 of our EY Info Sessions with Skidmore alumni held Monday, Sept. 20. Session 1 is being held 5-6 p.m. All students can attend either session and register through Handshake. At Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) you’ll have more than a job. You’ll have the kind of career that can only come from an inclusive, supportive work environment; coaching and mentorship at every step; a high performing...
- When: Thursday, September 30th 2021, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT Location: Unknown At this event, we will highlight the Career Development Center's Peer Advisor Network, a group of student leaders who successfully completed internships who volunteer their time to advise their peers. This is your chance to: -ask what it's like to work for a particular company or organization -ask about how you can best highlight your unique experiences when crafting your resume -ask how you can best prepare for...
- When: Monday, October 4th 2021, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT Location: Alternative Location, Virtual, Saratoga Springs, New York, United States Join Darius Epps, Fellowship and Intern Program Coordinator from the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture for this virtual information session. This virtual information session will take place via Zoom: https://skidmore.zoom.us/j/93038126032 Darius will talk about spring internship opportunities at the Smithsonian, as...
- When: Wednesday, October 27th 2021, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm EDT Location: Alternative Location, Virtual, Saratoga Springs, New York, United States Want to use your degree to make a difference for the next generation? Join Carney, Sandoe & Associates for an info session about working in K-12 private, independent schools across the country. CS&A is an educational recruitment firm that can help you can get started as a teacher or coach in the rewarding word of independent schools—no education...