On April 4, Salt Lake Community College in partnership with the Department of Workforce Services will host the Digital Arts Internship Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at South City Campus.
Several leading companies from the digital arts industry will be at the fair with information about employment opportunities and internships, as well as industry exhibits to show products and services.
“[The fair] will clarify the requirements and skill sets for our students to enter into their selected fields,” said Dr. Anna Szabados, dean of Arts, Communication and New Media.
At the fair, students can find information and resources about earning certifications, an Associate of Applied Science degree and a career in the digital arts industry.
Presentations from leading digital media organizations, educators and industry will include topics such as digital job outlook, job skills and portfolios.
Utah Film Commission director Marshal Moore will present an overview of the Utah film industry at 1 p.m.
Professional digital arts organizations will have hands-on work sessions with their products.
Radio SLCC will be part of the fair and doing a live broadcast at the event.
Students can enjoy free popcorn, and participate in prize drawings.
The organizers of this fair recommend that students come prepared with portfolios and resumes to share with companies that have internship and employment opportunities.
More information is available by contacting Lisa.Graham@slcc.edu or Thomas.Risk@slcc.edu.
