Collegiate Connector
Where the DMV's next generation of marketing leaders gets their start
Your marketing career doesn’t begin the day you graduate. It begins the moment you start building real skills, real relationships, and a real network — and that’s exactly what the AMADC Collegiate Connector is designed to help you do. Whether you’re a marketing student looking to learn from professionals in the field, a collegiate chapter seeking speakers and resources, or someone ready to get hands-on experience before your career even starts, you’ve found the right place.
The DMV is one of the most dynamic marketing markets in the country, spanning government, corporate, nonprofit, and academic sectors. AMADC connects you to all of it.
Built for Students Like You
Real World Access
Connect directly with experienced marketing professionals across the DMV through events, speaker programs, and volunteer opportunities.
A Network That Lasts
The relationships you build as a student don’t disappear after graduation — they become the foundation of your professional career.
Backed By AMA National
As part of one of the oldest AMA chapters in the country, AMADC collegiate members tap into a national network spanning 320+ collegiate chapters and a global community of marketing professionals.
Attend Events and Meet the Pros
Attend Events and Meet the Pros
AMADC hosts a mix of virtual and in-person events open to collegiate members — giving you direct access to marketing leaders from local businesses, agencies, nonprofits, and government organizations.
Request a Speaker for Your Chapter or Class
Bring a marketing leader into your classroom or AMA collegiate club. AMADC can connect you with experienced professionals ready to share real-world insights with your group.
Build Skills Through Volunteering
Get hands-on experience by joining one of AMADC’s committees. You’ll develop real skills in event planning, content, social media, and more — and you’ll have something meaningful to put on your resume before you graduate.
Explore the Job Bank
Looking for internships or entry-level opportunities in the DMV? AMADC’s Job Bank connects collegiate members with available positions across the region.
Bigger Than the DMV
In addition to AMADC, through AMA National, you also get access to:
- The AMA International Collegiate Conference (ICC), a three-day event with career programming, competitions, and networking on a national scale
- AMA Collegiate Career Week, dedicated programming to prepare you for your first marketing role
- National competitions with fall, spring, and ICC opportunities to showcase your skills
- Scholarships and awards through the AMA Foundation
- A free year of professional AMA membership when you graduate, giving you a seamless bridge from student to professional
Get Involved
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to go deeper, there’s a place for you in the AMADC collegiate community. The best time to start building your network is before you need it.
The AMADC Team Behind Collegiate Connector
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