2019 Entertainment Trek --- Loeb Center Careers In Arts & Communication -- January 6-11, 2019
The 2019 Entertainment Trek offers Amherst College sophomores, juniors, and seniors the opportunity to explore the spectrum of career opportunities in the art and business of entertainment. As part of a small, select group of students you’ll travel to Los Angeles during interterm (January 6-11, 2019) for an immersive week of conversations with prominent Amherst alumni, site visits with prospective employers, and a behind-the-scenes look into the roles and organizations at the heart of the industry.
Students selected for this trek will:
- learn more about the work of producers, writers, talent agents, actors, entertainment lawyers, technical artists, and more.
- make connections with employers, alumni and friends of the College.
- hone effective internship and job search skills, including networking and interviewing.
- gain exposure to the key trends, issues, challenges, and opportunities in the industry.
Because of the generosity of our alumni and Loeb Center sponsorship, we are able to offer this program at no cost to students.
Program Expectations:
· Mandatory participation in pre-departure orientation session on Saturday, December 8, 2019
· Completion of all pre-departure research assignments
· Full participation in all group discussions, conversations with alumni, and site visits
· Participation in a post-trip debrief session(s)
· Those accepted into the program will sign a contract committing to the program
Application Process:
This is a competitive application process that has 3 steps.
- Step 1: Apply online via Handshake by October 26, 2018 (11:55 p.m.). Applications include:
- Resume (Loeb Center approved)
- Unofficial transcript
- Responses to Application Questions listed below
- Step 2: Applications are screened. Selected applicants will be notified by November 2, 2018 and will participate in at least one group interview between November 5-15, 2018.
- Participants will be notified by November 16, 2018, if they are selected to participate in the Trek.
Application Questions:
Please answer all of the following questions in a Word document and submit with your application in Handshake.
1. Name
2. Class year
3. Major (may be a prospective major if you have not yet declared)
4. Hometown
5. List any activities or clubs you participate in at Amherst College
6. Why does a career in film and/or television interest you?
7. How do you imagine this trek experience impacting your career exploration and/or decision-making?
8. What is one of your favorite movies/TV shows? Why is it your favorite?
9. Characterize your "typical" role and contributions in groups or teams, and provide a specific example of a time you made a positive impact in a team environment.
Questions about the Entertainment Trek? Contact Carla Costa, Program Director, Careers In Arts & Communication: ccosta@amherst.edu