NEXT 2023: Shadow a Northwestern Alum

Registration is now open through December 7 for the Northwestern Externship Program (NEXT) – a shadowing program that allows current Northwestern students to accompany alumni on the job to explore different professional fields. This year, the program will be conducted both virtually and in-person. Co-sponsored by Northwestern Career Advancement and the Northwestern Alumni Association. Learn more. Questions? next.student@northwestern.edu.

The Northwestern Externship Program (NEXT) is a shadowing program offering current Northwestern students the opportunity to accompany alumni on the job to learn more about a variety of professional fields. NEXT is conducted in a hybrid format. Hosts can offer to have students shadow either in-person or virtually.

Students will spend time learning from their alumni hosts to gain insight into the practical aspects of potential careers. Externships will take place anytime after matches are made in January through June.