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Career Center | Columbia College Chicago
Career Center | Columbia College Chicago
Career Center
Career Center
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Location
Student Center
754 S. Wabash, 3rd Floor
312-369-7280
careercenter@colum.edu
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
Walk-in Resume Reviews
Monday–Friday
10am–4:30pm
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Creative careers start here.
Take advantage of the Columbia Career Center’s extensive resources to help prepare for life after college.
Whether you’re a current student, an alumnus, an employer, or a family member supporting your student’s career journey, the Career Center is here to engage and prepare the next generation of creatives. We offer personalized career advising, access to over 4,000 job postings, industry resources, and walk-in resume and cover letter reviews daily. Our team is committed to facilitating opportunities and supporting your success through networking events, industry-specific advising, and more. Together, we help guide you toward a rewarding career, starting with the resources and connections that the Columbia community provides.
Class of '23 Career Outcomes
96%
employed within a year
65%
completed one or more internships
75%
working in their major, related creative field, or using creative skills
*The Class of 2023 surveyed within 12-18 months of graduation.
“The internship with Apple Studios was a fantastic experience that developed me both professionally and personally. Working alongside their talented and creative team, I learned more about the entertainment industry and the opportunities I can pursue moving forward. The Career Center has been a tremendous support as I plan my career after graduation.”
Sam Santana
BFA Film and Television - Screenwriting ’25
Summer Development Intern, Apple Studios
"Working with Netflix has been an absolute honor, and a life-changing experience. I am forever grateful for my team that took me in and introduced me to the post-production world. Coming into Columbia with the very little knowledge of how to put my work together, where to begin, and how to move forward with the skills I learned within my classes, the Career Center knew exactly how to help me navigate my way through finding and preparing for this first internship."
Kara Dominique Garcia
BFA Traditional Animation, Minor in Illustration ’25
Screening Operations Intern, Netflix
"My internship with Arrival Artists has been an incredible opportunity that’s helping me expand my knowledge of the live music industry and talent representation. I’ve been collaborating with their passionate and dedicated team and gaining valuable insights into artist bookings and agency operations. The Career Center has helped shape my path and assist me in finding opportunities that fit my career aspirations perfectly!"
Cassidy Pihera
BA Marketing, Minor in Music Business ‘25
Artist Management Intern, Arrival Artists
Our Services
Students
Industry-specific career advising
Resume and cover letter reviews
Recruiting and networking events
Job/internship board with 4,000+ postings
Company presentations, workshops, and industry panels
Internships for credit
On-campus jobs
Employers
Recruit students & alumni
Host an intern
Partner with us
Alumni
Search jobs online
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Hire from Columbia
Parents & Families
Guide your student
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