The Student Experience
Who They Are
In 2023, 365 students from 6 schools/colleges across 2 campuses went to 29 states, the District of Columbia, and 33 countries -- 91% of whom would have had to turn down their summer experience or supplement the experience with a second job if it had not been for SIGP funding.
Where They Went
Students interned at a range of companies in a variety of industries, including:
| Arts, Culture, Museums, & Performance | Communication, Journalism, Media, & Publishing | Government & Public Policy | Nonprofit & Community Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Theater Company | International Children's Media Center | Association for Diplomatic Studies & Training | Chicago Council on Global Affairs |
| Kids Creative Collective | Magnus Media | Chicago Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities | Family Matters |
| Prague Shakespeare Co. | Midwest Premier League | Congressman Quigley's District Office | IL Network of Charter Schools |
| Summer Stage Wooster | Slam Media | IL Office of Equity | Lurie Children’s Hospital |
| Trentino Music Festival | Trill Mag | US Department of Education | Rainbows for All Children |
97% of students said they would recommend their summer experience to another Northwestern student.