Arts, Media, and Communication

Welcome to the Arts, Media, and Communication community!

The Arts, Media, and Communication community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the arts, media, and communications industries.  As a follower of the Arts, Media, and Communication community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

How I Got Hired as the Graphics Intern at the Center for Career Development

Published on February 8, 2024

Curious what it’s like to intern with us? Read about Meg’s journey from meeting us at the Internship & Co-op Fair to becoming our Graphics Intern!

By Megan Flynn
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Go Get Yourself an Internship!  

Published on February 1, 2024

Internships are great ways to gain real world experience and build hard and soft skills. Learn about Jarrin’s journey from intern to full-time hire at Traveler’s Insurance!

By Jarrin Araujo
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What’s it like to complete a Virtual Micro-Internship?

Published on December 29, 2023

Micro-internships are short-term experiences that give you the opportunity to complete work that’s relevant to your career interests. Learn what it’s like to complete one and why you should consider it!

By Lily Guberman
Lily Guberman Marketing Assistant
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Creating Your Art Portfolio

Published on November 29, 2023

As an art student, your portfolio is essential to your career as it allows you to both demonstrate your skills as well as provide more information to interviewers and recruiters.

By Cameron Turnbull
Cameron Turnbull
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Alumni Spotlight: Fernando Alfonso III

Published on November 7, 2023

Meet Fernando Alfonso III, a senior supervising editor at NPR and an Adjunct Faculty Member at Morehouse College. He is a UConn Alum form the class of ’09 graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English.The Center for Career Development sat down with Fernando to hear more about his experience as a first generation student and how that has impacted him throughout his career!

By Mary Malerba
Mary Malerba Assistant Director, Alumni Relations
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Vault Guides

Vault Guide to Public Relations Jobs, Third Edition

Vault Guide to Public Relations Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Vault Guide to Advertising Jobs, Third Edition

Vault Guide to Advertising Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

Vault Guide to Media and Entertainment Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Featured Resources

Résumé Samples by Career Community

Résumé Samples by Career Community

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Portfolio Guide

Portfolio Guide

What is a portfolio?

A portfolio is a supplemental resource that highlights one’s projects or works. These can be for …

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Mandy

Mandy

The Mandy Network provides industry-leading tools which empower creative professionals to connect and find jobs across all sectors of Film, …

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Playbill

Playbill

Broadway’s #1 Job Site: Find your next theatre job—acting, internships, administrative, design, technical, and all other stage employment.

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Career Search Engines

Career Search Engines

In addition to engaging in networking, searching online can be a viable option to supplement internship and co-op efforts. In …

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Mediabistro

Mediabistro

Careers for Graphic Designers, Copywriters, Social Media Managers, Proofreaders and More.

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