Careers and Internships: Workshops and Events

The Career + Co-op Center hosts a variety of free workshops and events for School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) students and alumni to help launch their artistic practice and connect them with potential employers.

Please register for these free events to receive updates and reminders.

June Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: Improv Networking with Jay Olson
Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 5:30–6:45 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Learn how using improv comedy techniques can help you improve your networking skills (really!) Refreshments will be served.
Register now

July Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: Documenting 2D & 3D Artwork with Robert Chase Heishman
Wednesday, July 13, 2013, 5:00–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Photographer Robert Chase Heishman demonstrates techniques for documenting 2D and 3D work.
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Working Artist Program: Interview Skills Workshop
Wednesday, July 31, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Learn about successful interview skills and hear what employers and recruiters are looking for when they talk with you.
Register now

September Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: Learn To Use LinkedIn
Wednesday, September 4, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
LinkedIn is an essential tool for job seekers. Learn how to build a great profile and use LinkedIn to find professional opportunities.
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Working Artist Program: Learn To Use Behance
Wednesday, September 18, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Behance is SAIC's portfolio engine for showcasing the work of students and alumni. Learn how to build portfolios on Behance that demonstrate your work and skills.
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October Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: What are Recent SAIC Grads Doing?
Wednesday, October 9, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Recent SAIC graduates return to talk about life after art school.
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Working Artist Program: Business Startup Workshop
Wednesday, October 23, 2013, 5:30?6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Learn must do steps to get your business off to the right start both legally and operationally.
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November Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: Funding Your Work
Wednesday, November 6, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Learn about options for funding your work and your business including grants, lending, fiscal sponsorship, and crowdsourcing.
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Working Artist Program: Living and Sustaining a Creative Life: Special Event with Sharon Louden
Wednesday, November 20, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
SAIC Alumna Sharon Louden will lead a conversation with artists who contributed to Living and Sustaining a Creative Life: Essays by 40 Working Artists'. With artists Laurie Hogin and Melissa Potter and other guests TBA.
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December Workshops and Events

Working Artist Program: Resume Workshop
Wednesday, December 4, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
This workshop will provide hands on help and share tips for writing a good résumé and cover letter.
Register now

Working Artist Program: Interview Skills Workshop
Wednesday, December 18, 2013, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The LeRoy Neiman Center, 37 S. Wabash Ave., 1st floor
Learn about successful interview skills and hear what employers and recruiters are looking for when they talk with you.
Register now

Questions?

Contact us at 312.629.6810 or careers@saic.edu.

All events are free for SAIC degree-seeking students and alumni. Persons with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation for this program should contact careers@saic.edu or 312.629.6820 as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made.