Korbel CareerCast: Recent Episodes
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Career Podcast from the Office of Career and Professional Development at the Josef Korbel School of International Studies
First year Public Policy student Brylee Grubb Erwin is joined by Alyssa Rafa, the Assistant Policy Director for Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center.
International Human Rights student Cierra Walker speaks with Madison Hunke, U.S. Program Manager at the Center for Civilians in Conflict.
First year Public Policy student Grace Naegelen interviews Daniel Wilkins, a Policy Analyst with the Office of State Senator Molly Cook in the Texas Senate.
Maddison Schink, a second-year student in the International studies program interviews Kristin Hubbard, the Senior Director for Tax Help Colorado at Mile High United Way.
Join second year International Human Rights student Federica Manno in her conversation with Dawn Carmin, Grant Operations Director at Catholic Charities of Denver.
Korbel Public Policy student Zachary Neeley interviews Courtney Sutton, Public Policy Director at Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA).
Human Rights student Cierra Walker talks with alums Amanda Finger, Executive Director and Co-Founder, and Kara Napolitano, Education & Partnerships Director, about their professional journeys and their work at the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking.
Kevin Kappes, a current student in the Global Economic Affairs program, interviews alumna Dana Bakshani, Global Business Development Manager at the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade.
Isil Dikici, a current student in the Global Environmental Sustainability Program, interviews alum Peter Oesterling about his work with Andes Amazon Fund.
International Security student Kira Hensley interviews Korbel alum Kevin Kelleher about his work with Insikt Group at Recorded Future.
Olivia Crimaldi, a current student in the Public Policy program, interviews Korbel alum Jacob Topping, the Southeast Colorado Regional Representative for Senator Michael Bennet's Office.
Korbel student James interviews alumna Deanna Payne, Senior Proposal Manager with the Capture Center of Excellence at Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC).
Public Policy student Otiwaa Ampofo interviews alumna Emily Parker about her work as a Senior Budget Analyst for the University of Colorado System - Budget and Finance Office. Emily also shares how her passion for public policy has inspired her civic engagement, including with the Democratic Party of Denver.
Current student Dmytro Hryckowian interviews Korbel alum Patrick James about his role as Public Policy Manager on the Dangerous Organizations and Individuals (DOI) team at Meta.
Student Mo Fellows talks with Korbel alum Diana Hunter about opportunities at Tides, a bay area nonprofit and philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing social justice.
Korbel alum Jen Hill talks with Emmanuel about opportunities at the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Everything expressed in this episode are Jen's own views and do not reflect the views of the DIA.
Korbel student Winta Gonye interviews Korbel alum Chelsea Primak about her work helping connect refugees to employment in the U.S.
Alum Jason Gilpin talks with student Conor Farrell about his experience as a USAID foreign service office from his current post in Fiji.
Student Jake Bergen talks with policy alum David Fridland who works on sustainability initiatives for Denver International Airport.
Korbel student Zariah Brown interviews Mary Louise LaCroix about her work at Causal Design, a Denver-based impact evaluation company.
Policy student Kelly Nilan interviews Soumanetra Ghosh, Economist and Budget Analyst for the CO Governor's Office.
Korbel alum Britt Pimentel talks with student Vincent Pandey about how she is utilizing her international development degree at Denver Urban Gardens. They are hiring for FT roles as of 4/2024 and host numerous opportunities for volunteers to help improve food access, build community, and contribute to a healthier climate.
Korbel student Koy Ortega interviews alum Matt Bebb from Anduril, a private company committed to developing cutting edge technology for the U.S. military and national defense.
Posner's new Executive Director, Carolyn Tarr, talks with student Zyanya Correa about opportunities to get involved with the Posner Center for International Development here in Denver, and about the development field broadly.
Korbel student Sophia McGrath interviews Korbel alum Ky Hunter about RAND Corp and the opportunities in the field of women and security.
RAND’s main website: https://www.rand.org
Employment opportunities: https://www.rand.org/jobs.html
Internships and Fellowships: https://www.rand.org/about/educational-opportunities.html
RAND Graduate School (Masters and PhD programs): https://www.pardeerand.edu/admissions.html
FAQs about Employment at RAND: https://www.rand.org/jobs/how-to-apply-for-jobs-at-rand/faqs.html
RAND research areas: https://www.rand.org/research.html#research-areas
Korbel alum Charles Emmett talks with MPP student Jacob Topping about his work as an analyst with Thomson Reuters Special Services, a subsidiary of Reuters. Projects include supporting federal investigations into money laundering, drug trafficking, and forced labor.
U.S. State Department Diplomat Denver Herren talks about internships and career opportunities at State, and shares tips for applications.
Korbel student Lauren Kiesel talks with the internship program manager at the U.S. Army War College about their popular remote research internship opportunities.
Korbel student Rachel Del Grosso interviews DU alum and Senior Associate at the Capstone Group Samantha Nuechterlein about their journey from DU to the Capstone group following their interest of policy and advocacy. The Capstone group is a full service government relations and lobbying firm providing strategic expertise and lobbying capacity. Samantha discusses current projects, internships, day to day operations, and opportunities to learn and grow at the capstone group.
Korbel student Sophie Bergan interviews Korbel alum and Peace Corps Sr. Advisor Helen Lowman about being a U.S. Peace Corps volunteer abroad or working with the Peace Corps abroad as a national of a host country. Peace Corps provides valuable experience in the field and has been a career launcher into the U.S. government, non-profit organizations, as well as the private and multilateral sectors!
Korbel alum Darren Grant talks with Korbel student Mary LaCroix about why the Government Accountability Office is such a great agency for Korbel students to grow their careers.
Safe Abroad is a popular place for security students (including international students) to get experience with open source intelligence. Korbel student and current intern James Song talks with Alec Scott (Korbel alum) and Allison Mahr from Safe Abroad about opportunities.
Korbel student Kereine Malemba interviews Korbel alum Mike Shanley of Konektid/AidKonekt. Konektid helps bring new ideas and approaches to USAID projects by connecting people all over the globe with resources to successfully compete for USAID funding.
Korbel alum Andrew Lundberg of US Treasury's Office of Intelligence and Analysis (OIA) is interviewed by current Korbel student Lyndsey Benes. Andrew is an Intelligence Research Specialist. OIA supports the mission of the US Treasury through providing intelligence and analysis to inform decisions of national security and protect financial integrity.
Student Amina Penn interviews former Korbel Alum Jaron Moore about his work at the International Trade Administration (ITA).
Korbel student and Aspen intern Ketevan Chincharadze talk with Danielle Baussan about the work of the Aspen Institute, and the many opportunities there for internships.
Korbel student Shreya Subedi interviews alum Wondemnah Pawlose about Freedom House and his experience with OPT.
Korbel recent graduate Gabrielle Reimer talks with alum Kayleigh Payne about her role as the Director of Business Development with MSI
Korbel student David Kelm talks with alum Sadie Cox about her role as International Program Manager at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).
Alum Mackenzie Genecov talks with student Laurel Smalley about her work as an Economic Development Specialist with the Department of Commerce.
Korbel Security student Bryan Hoechner interviews alum Matthew Shade about his work at The Cadmus Group, consulting with emergency management clients at all government levels.
Alum Maria Repisarda talks with student Lilith Diringer about Vital Voices, an organization dedicated to empowering women in leadership around the globe.
Korbel student Paige Hidding interviews alum Mari Henderson about the National Conference for State Legislatures (NCSL), a nonpartisan organization serving all 50 state legislatures.
Alum Maria Repisarda talks with student Lilith Diringer about Vital Voices, an organization dedicated to empowering women in leadership around the globe.
Korbel student Kristen McNeill talks with alum Amy Dempsey about her communications role at PATH, an organization dedicated to global health equity.
Alum Michael King talks with student Courtney Lamb about how CDOT is working towards more sustainable transportation.
ULF Co-Executive Director Tamira Samuel and Korbel student and 2022 ULF participant talk about why the ULF program is such a great career opportunity for students from all backgrounds.
Korbel student Will Smock-Egan interviews alum Leah Hapner (community engagement in the Denver field office) about her career at the FBI.
Korbel alum Piper Darlington talks with student Courtney Lamb about opportunities for Korbel students to use their analytical writing and data management skills to implement sustainable and equitable transportation policy in Colorado.
Korbel student Jackson McFadyen-Ray interviews Development alum Elise Mann about iDE's development work around the globe, including their unique funding model and WASH projects. iDE is one of the largest development organizations headquartered in Denver, CO.
Korbel Security student Julian Olivar interviews Security alum Mekenah Jensen about her program management role at the Colorado Information and Analysis Center (CIAC).
Korbel alum Elizabeth Tromans speaks with student Mary Cates about her work in development and humanitarian assistance at the International Rescue Committee in NY and her previous experience with Catholic Relief Services.
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) spring analyst internship opens on 9/6/22! Alum Marie Bancroft explains to student Dan Wilkins - and you - why GAO is such a great place to intern and work!
Work anywhere in the world with popular Korbel employer Velocity Global as you help businesses reach new international markets. Learn more as Korbel student Stephanie Trejo interviews alum Alexandria Warren, vice-president of sales solutions.
Student Skyler Wilkey interviews Korbel alum Kia John. This conversation is great for students interested in security and/or global economic affairs.
Student Rachel Dean interviews Korbel alum Caitlin Hungate from JSI, a public health consulting organization dedicated to better health outcomes for all in the domestic and international space.
Join us for a conversation with Jonathan Pinckney, Korbel PhD alum, as student Dusten Strock interviews him about his work at the United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
Join us for a conversation with Ariel Stenger, Korbel alum, as student Matt Tomarchio interviews her about her work at the Sierra Nevada Corporation.
Join us for a conversation with Meredith Moon, Korbel alum, as student Graham Everett interviews her about her work at the Colorado Office of State Planning & Budgeting.
Tune in to the introductory episode of Korbel CareerCast, a new podcast from the Korbel Office of Career and Professional Development.