Every September, the Allbritton Journalism Institute — a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to training the political journalists of the future — welcomes a cohort of 10 early-career reporters to D.C. for a two-year fellowship.
Welcome to “3 Questions with …”, a recurring feature on the Career Center blog. We’re asking alumni of all graduation years and career interests to share a bit of their experiences and advice.
1. In just a few sentences, please …
By Susannah Krenn
Susannah KrennAssistant Director, Communications & Marketing / Career Advisor
Research has shown a recruiter initially spends 6-8 seconds looking at your resume. And while some will say it is closer to a minute, either way, you don’t have much time to get a recruiter’s attention.
Why do they spend …
By Kathy Spillane
Kathy SpillaneAssistant Director, Business & Finance
FMS Winternships are intensive internships that offer students immersive experiences in prestigious media organizations across the country. Winternships provide valuable real-world training in various media sectors, such as filmmaking, television, radio, advertising, marketing, public relations, digital media, and journalism. Participants …
Poster presentations at scientific conferences can provide early-career researchers with valuable opportunities to practice their communication skills, receive feedback on their research, and expand their network. Here are some handy tips that can help your next presentation shine!