Career Center | Columbia College Chicago Career Center Career Center Students Student Overview Career Advising Internships Online Job Board On-Campus Employment Career Resources Employers Employer Overview Hire from Columbia Fairs & Industry Events Host an Intern for Credit Partner With Us Employer Conduct Alumni Parents & Families Events and Programs Meet the Staff 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 Make an appointment on Handshake 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 Access career resources Hire from Columbia Parents & Families Guide your student Encourage career engagement Hire from Columbia Quick Links internships for credit make an appointment on-campus employment hire from columbia career events partner with us