Your key to career success is building networks and experience before graduation.
Don't miss out on all the career services The Media School offers! Students can take advantage of any career event, workshop, or coaching opportunity hosted by The Media School and those in partnership with the Walter Center for Career Achievement.
We're here to serve as a resource to all Media School students, starting from the first day on campus. We support, empower, and advise as you navigate your unique career journeys.
Career coach
He provides personalized advice, support, and guidance specifically for media careers.
Learn about Luke
Associate director for employer relations
He connects with employers and facilitates successful matches between them and students.
Learn about Ian
Career services specialist
She helps ensure students receive strong career guidance specific to their area of interest.
Learn about JillApply for a 10-week summer internship with placement in a South Central Indiana newsroom and an internship scholarship up to $8,000.
Apply for the newsroom internshipWe host professional development events every semester to prepare students for their future media careers. Past events include:
Our career coaches are available throughout your academic journey, not just when you’re looking for a job.
In a career coaching appointment, you can discuss questions and concerns about preparing for life after IU.
Career coaching appointments are scheduled through Handshake. Select “Media School Coaching” under the Walter Center’s appointment type to meet with any media-specific career coach.
Schedule a career coaching appointment
Free to Media School students, career treks are a chance for students to visit media organizations, network with IU alumni and industry experts, and explore nearby cities.
Learn more about the treksYour career coaches are available to you even after you leave IU. As a Media School alumnus, you'll be able to schedule appointments up to three years post-graduation.
Employers and alumni are on campus every week to network with students and give career advice.
To stay informed about these opportunities, read The Buzz — The Media School’s weekly e-newsletter to all Media School students.
See upcoming eventsLooking for a job or internship within the media industry? Opportunities are shared with The Media School from employers, alumni, and friends of the school. We regularly update the job listings and feature select positions in The Buzz.
Browse media industry opportunities