2019 NY Intensive Program
The Career Center, Kogod School of Business, School of Communication, and the Office of Development and Alumni Relations invite you to participate in the 2019 NY Intensive Program from Tuesday, January 8th - Wednesday, January 9th, 2019.
About the Trip:
Designed for career exploration and in-depth networking, the trip offers a select cohort of up to 25 students exposure to career paths and industry trends as well as exclusive access to AU alumni living and working in New York City.
Attend in-depth site visits with a range of organizations over the course of the two days and have the opportunity to engage with New York-based alumni at a student-alumni networking event on January 8th.
All participants are responsible for making travel and lodging arrangements, as well as for all meals unless otherwise indicated in the final schedule.
Draft trip schedule below:
Day 1
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Site 1 (arrive by 8:15 AM; initial checkin)
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Site 2 (arrive by 11:30 AM)
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Site 3 (arrive by 2:30 PM)
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Student-Alumni Networking Event
Day 2
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Site 4 (arrive by 8:30 AM)
11:30 AM - 1:30 AM Site 5 (arrive by 11:00 AM)
2:30 PM - 4:40 PM Site 6 (arrive by 2:00 PM)
Currently confirmed host sites (subject to change):
- MWW PR
- Nickelodeon
- CNN
- Edelman
- New York Times
- Discovery Communications
Eligibility Requirements:
- Sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students interested in pursuing a career in marketing, advertising, public relations, journalism, television, film, or a related field are eligible to participate.
- Students must be in good academic and judicial standing.
- 2.5 GPA or higher (Make sure you have updated your GPA in your Handshake account.)
- Submit all required application materials (application, resume, unofficial transcript, and statement of purpose)
** International applicants, disregard the last section in relation to work authorization. International students are still allowed to apply to this program. **
Application Materials:
You must submit these four (4) documents for your application to be considered.
- Application (Attached PDF)
- Resume
- An unofficial transcript that demonstrates a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (transfer students/first-year graduate students may submit their most recent transcripts from their previous institutions). * If Handshake states that you do not qualify due to your GPA, be sure to update it in your Handhsake profile.*
- Statement of purpose in 600 words or less that (submit this under the cover letter tab):
- Gives us an overview of what makes you tick, who you are, and where you're headed.
- Describes what you hope to get out of the program and your career goals.
- Describes what you have to offer that makes you stand out as someone who will make the most of the experience.
- Lists your name at the top
- Is proof-read carefully.
Applications will be accepted through Handshake beginning October 26th at 9:00 AM - October 31st at 11:59 PM.
As space is limited, the trip fills quickly.
Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received and evaluated on the quality of the application materials. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate a career focus and professionalism through the application process. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. It is selective, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance in the program.
Students will be notified of their selection by Friday, November 9th, 2018.
Acceptance to the program is conditional. There are some milestones that must be met before you can officially enroll. These include:
- Submit a $100 non-refundable trip fee (cash, credit, or debit)*
- Attend the pre-departure orientation on Thursday, December 6th, 2018, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM in the Career Center.
- If want to be included in the resume book, meet with an SOC or Kogod Office of Career Engagement Advisor (Who you see is determined by your major.) to review your resume
- Submit your approved ( by the above mentioned advisor) resume to smitc@american.edu Submission deadline: November 19
- Clearance of all class registration restrictions
* Financial assistance may be available if financial challenges exist. (Note: This fee is waived for students with the highest financial need as determined by the Office of Financial Aid, while other applicants may be considered for reduced fees.)*
All participants are responsible for making travel and lodging arrangements, as well as for all meals unless otherwise indicated in the final schedule.