Samantha (Sam) Carmer, is the Assistant Director of Internship Programs and a Career Coach with the Center for Career Engagement & Opportunity at New College of Florida. She holds a B.A. in History from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction (Student Affairs) at the University of South Florida.
Sam leads high‑impact, equity‑centered experiential learning initiatives, including the award‑winning Community-Driven Internship Program (CDIP), which provides funded, academically rigorous internships with local nonprofit organizations. She also oversees the Pathways to Teaching program, a partnership with Sarasota County Schools and the School District of Manatee County, offering paid, semester‑long K–12 classroom internships and a direct pathway to alternative teacher certification.
As the dedicated career coach for international students, Sam supports CPT and OPT processes and works closely with International Student Services to assist international and queer students in their post‑graduation transitions. A nationally Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP), she co‑instructs Professional Experience by Design, an internship course that provides academic credit and prepares students for career‑ready success.
Cheyenne Egstad is an assistant director on the Experiential Learning Team at the Florida State University Career Center, serving as the Career Liaison to the humanities majors within the College of Arts & Sciences. In this role, she guides students and coordinates programming to help them successfully find and secure experiential learning opportunities, explore career options, connect with potential employers, and translate their skills and experiences into real-world applications.
Before joining career services, Cheyenne taught in both K–12 and higher education environments, domestically and abroad, instructing students and creating culturally enriching engagement activities. She is passionate about increasing access to global experiences, integrating multicultural initiatives, and supporting diverse student populations.
Cheyenne has been a member of CEIA since 2024 and has served on the CEIA Conference Tech Committee, currently acting as the 2026 Conference Tech Chair. She holds a B.A. in Japanese Languages & Literatures from the University of Florida with a TEFL minor, and a master’s degree in Japanese Languages & Cultures from Florida State University. She is currently pursuing a certificate in project management from FSU.
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