Career Services Mission
To partner with students and alumni in producing valuable and measurable field related experience while clarifying career goals, expectations, and methods for obtaining opportunities. To enhance relationships within the art and design community while meeting employer needs in a fast-paced, competitive and ever-changing environment.
Career Services Values
We believe:
- Students must be active participants in their career search as they partner with Career Services Advisors for guidance in overcoming career search obstacles.
- In equipping students with the necessary resources and skills to compete in the marketplace.
- That developing a network of industry professionals is integral to long-term career development.
- In creating opportunities that bring students and alumni together for the purpose of networking, collaborating, and learning.
- That Career Services is a key component of the student's and school’s viability in the marketplace.
- In developing a foundation of cooperation and trust with all stakeholders.
- That building experience through freelance, volunteer, and internship opportunities while attending school creates a competitive advantage for graduates.
- In providing employers with technically skilled and competent candidates.
- In continued education for Career Services staff so we can provide paramount services for students and alumni.
- In utilizing policies and procedures that observe professionalism and ethical behaviors.
The Art Institute of New York City is dedicated to the success of our students, not only while they are in school, but at graduation and beyond. We provide assistance in career planning job-search skills, interview techniques, and resume development. The school provides individualized job search assistance at three points in the student's career.
Our internship program gives students valuable real-world experience while still in school, working at some of New York's most prestigious establishments.
Our Career Services Department maintains active relationships with top employers in the New York metropolitan area and across the country to insure that our students have every opportunity to find the job they seek.
Even after graduation, our Career Services staff assists alumni of The Art Institute of New York City. Alumni are assisted with resume updates and registration to the national Art Institute online community job board.
Career Services Staff
Director of Career Services
Marc Scoleri
mscoleri@aii.edu
Career Services Advisor, Interior Design, Web Design & Interactive Media and Digital Filmmaking
Carmen Reynal
creynal@aii.edu
Career Services Advisor, Graphic Design
Donna Holder
dholder@aii.edu
Career Services Advisor, Fashion Design
Regina Pokidaylo
rpokidaylo@aii.edu
Career Services Advisor, Student Employment
Brenna Belardinelli
bbelardinelli@aii.edu
Administrative Assistant
Maribel Rodriguez
mrodriguez@aii.edu
Overview of Services
The Career Services Department is motivated by student and alumni success. Set an appointment today to meet with a one of our Career Services team members. We are a staff of dedicated professionals that assist students and alumni in the following ways:
- Business Planning
- Career Coaching
- Career Resources
- Career Seminars and Workshops
- Employer Events
- Internship Development
- Interview Preparation
- Job Fairs
- Job Search Techniques
- Panel Discussions
- Resume Assistance
- Volunteer Opportunities
Alumni Services
For more information, visit: www.alumniconnections.com/ArtInstitutes.
Appointments
In order to appropriately service students it is requested that appointments are made by directly calling or emailing Career Services Advisors. Students who wish to drop-in without an appointment should check-in with the 3rd floor receptionist.
Career Services Week
As a student interested in pursuing a creative career, you will want to attend Career Services Week every quarter. This event occurs every day Week 4 during lunch break (12:15 pm – 1:15 pm) and consists of employer panel discussions, seminars, workshops, alumni presentations, networking opportunities, prizes, and much, much more!
Internship Seminars
Internship seminars are held each quarter to give students appropriate expectations and tools in obtaining an internship before registering for the class. Please check with your Career Advisor for more information about future internship seminars for your major.
Individual Assistance
All students are assigned by program of study to a Career Services Advisor and receive one-on-one assistance. Utilize the competitive advantage of having a Career Services Advisor during the entire college experience.
Portfolio Show
A spectacular event produced by Career Services and Academic Affairs, The Art Institute of New York City quarterly Portfolio Shows presents student talents to potential employers and The Art Institute of New York City community.
Road map to Your Career
When embarking on your job search, ensure that you have a written game plan or road map that outlines necessary actions to build a network and obtain interviews. At The Art Institute of New York City our Career Advisors walk students through the process of completing a road map to your career. Ask your Advisor to help you to get started on completing your road map to your career today!