The Vandy on Madison Avenue Internship Program is a summer opportunity designed to help Vanderbilt students find their way in the real-world labyrinth of New York City. Vandy on Madison Avenue picks up where the strong classroom foundation of Vanderbilt leaves off, providing real-world experience in the Media & Communications industry.

After a successful third year with 17 students traveling to the Big Apple for internships with companies such as MTV Networks, NBC, and Teen Vogue, we are excited for the program's fourth year.

Vandy on Madison Avenue is open to rising juniors and seniors of all majors!

Dan Lovinger, founder of VMA, provides advice about Careers in Media

Networking Opportunities

Not only will you have the chance to gain real-world experience, but you will also be introduced to a range of individuals in the Media and Communications industry to build your network. A weekly gathering of all VMA interns will take place to provide opportunities for students to share their experiences with one another while also hearing from guest speakers who are leaders in the industry. Speakers for the 2011 professional development series were:

• Dan Lovinger - EVP Sales & Integrated Marketing, Telemundo Communications Group (BA’87)

• Mark Lazarus - President, NBC Sports Cable Networks (BA ’86)

• Peggy Green- Vice Chairwoman, Zenith OptiMedia 

• Jim Balbirer - SVP Business Development, MTV Networks (BA ’89)

• Heidi Euberroth - President, NBA International (BA ’87)

• Carl Hartman - President, WPP Client Services Group

• Lauren Zalaznick - Chairwoman, NBC Universal Cable & Entertainment Networks Group

How to Apply

Opportunities will be posted starting in late January. Upon reviewing the applicants, participating organizations will likely conduct phone interviews with selections made by mid to late April. To apply, login to DoreWays and search Vanderbilt Jobs/Internships using the keyword "VMA".

Note: additional internships will be added through March.  Check listings in DoreWays on a regular basis for updates/new postings.

For questions, please contact VCC at (615) 322-2750 or careercenter@vanderbilt.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

To view information and frequently asked questions about the program, download an information sheet with insight into the 2012 VMA program.

A handbook, containing useful information about housing, where eat, and places to visit is also available.