Events

U.S. Visa Options for Artists & Professional Workers

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM ET / Live Webinar 

Gain information and guidance on which visas might be available to F-1 visa holders after OPT. Immigration attorney, Eileen Morrison, will present visa eligibility details for visas such as the H-1B, O1, EB2, TN and more. Please be sure to join us for this informative session and bring any questions that you have related to what you hope to do after graduation. This program is offered by ISSA and they will also hold separate sessions specifically on OPT and the application process. This session is open to all U.S. visa holders.

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Career Options in Art & Design

Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM ET / RISD Museum / Metcalf Auditorium

How do you take your incredible RISD studio experiences and apply them to the professional world? Hear how students and alumni utilize their skills and creative thinking across numerous fields and markets including art, design, social justice, sustainability, technology, business, healthcare and more. Discover how you can find opportunities, network with professionals, and develop career options that align with your interests. Learn how to prepare for what you want and how to access career resources to support you.

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Prep to Connect

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET / 20 Washington Place Auditorium

Hear everything you need to know to meet with companies at Internship Connect on October 25th! Learn how to speak with them professionally and what questions to ask about their internships. Discover what they might expect from you. Determine what materials to prepare before the event. Hear the best ways to follow up with them and find out how to successfully use LinkedIn to research companies and network before and after Internship Connect. First Year Undergraduate Students are not eligible to attend Internship Connect, but they are welcome to attend this prep program to learn about opportunities for next year.

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Internship Connect

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 4:00-7:00 PM ET / RI Convention Center

Internship Connect is your chance to speak directly with companies and organizations seeking RISD interns! Learn about their internship opportunities and practice how you introduce yourself to professionals. Make contacts with key people and gain valuable tips on presenting a strong application. Be prepared before the event with the materials they would like to see. Make a lasting impression and stay connected to the professionals you meet for future opportunities. First Year Undergraduate Students are not eligible to do internships for credit during their first summer at RISD and are therefore unable to attend this event.

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Museum Careers - Pathways & Opportunities

Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 6:30 PM ET / RISD Museum - North Main Street Entrance

From community engagement to publication design, from curatorial work to textile conservation, there are a multitude of career paths in the museum world - and many other ways to work with museums and institutions as an artist. Learn about these opportunities and the skills you need to pursue them firsthand from RISD Museum staff. Discover unexpected roles in museums, gain an understanding of the work they do, and learn how to seek out opportunities that interest you. No surprise, this program takes place in the RISD Museum!

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Exploring Artist Residency Opportunities

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET / Remote Webinar via Zoom

Learn how residencies can support you with time and space for your practice while expanding your resources - including access to equipment, connection to community, and new exhibition opportunities. They can also provide you with a great summer internship! You'll hear how residencies are research and development labs for the arts with over 500 programs in the U.S and more than 1,500 world-wide. Discover resources to help you find programs focused on your social practice, the environment, and the sciences, as these residencies bring together artists, designers, and scholars from all disciplines.

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Maharam Fellowship Info Session

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET / 20 Washington Place Auditorium

Receive $5,000 for your summer internship and be part of RISD's prestigious Maharam Fellowship! Learn everything you need to know to make a strong and compelling application. This award has been opening new avenues for RISD talent in organizations where artists and designers are not typically found or where artists/designers can contribute to the mission of the organization in a meaningful way. Maharam is committed to making the art and design world more fair, diverse, and creative. The Fellowship will support internship work that aspires to advance social progress or safeguard the environment or even combine both of these important issues. At the Info Session, you’ll learn about the Fellowship and hear from past RISD Fellows about their successful experiences.

Image Credit: Graciela Batista 24 IL - 2023 Maharam Fellow

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